Hiring a Contractor

Hiring a Contractor

Hiring the wrong contractor could be disastrous and end up costing you more to repair bad work. By taking a few extra steps to check out a potential contractor, you could potentially save yourself money and the hassle involved with hiring the wrong contractor.

Look for:
• Minimum of 5 years in business
• A permanent business address
• A valid business license (State Contractor’s Board)
• Installs only premium quality products and materials
• Conforms to all local building codes and regulations

It is best to get at least 3 estimates in writing before deciding on a contractor. Most contractors will give a free estimate, but be sure to ask ahead of time. According to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, if you have a bid that is higher or lower than the others are, you should “ask the contractor why the bid is so low or so high.” A higher price may be worth the better quality materials used. A deal is not a deal until it is in writing and signed by both you and the contractor. Remember that nothing is part of the deal that is not in writing.

Here are some tips for selecting the best contractor for your project:
• Communication
   - You should feel at ease when talking with your prospective contractor
• Note how the contractor performed when doing the estimate for your project
   - If the contractor quotes a generic price per square foot without reviewing the details of your project, then you might not
    get the detail you expect once the project starts or additional costs could be incurred
• Take a careful look at the bids you get
   - Make sure that all the bids you are receiving are for the same specifications
   - Beware of the contractor who says he will build your project the same way as other contractors, but for a much lower
     price. You might be forfeiting quality materials, workmanship, and business practices
• Get it in writing
   - Although a handshake is an important part of a business deal, do not base your agreements on it. Do not consider
     your agreement final until it is in writing and signed by both parties involved.
• Do you have the proper permits for the work to be completed?
   - Not all home-improvements require a permit, but on projects that require them, a building permit ensures that the
     work will be completed in compliance with local building codes and regulations.

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