How to choose a Contractor
The Better Business Bureau suggests that you follow these five tips to ensure that you get a legitimate worker and that the job gets done correctly: Check out the BBB Business Reviews at BBB.org. Ask for references from friends or neighbors who have had similar work done. If possible, talk to past customers of the business to find out what kind of experiences they had. Secure three bids if you are getting a big job done, such as getting your roof replaced. Finally, make sure everything is in writing, and read the fine print.
Proper Planning is Important Think your remodeling project through from start to finish. Careful planning of your home improvement projects will enable you to update your home, increase the value of your investment and customize your living space; all for a lot less than the cost of a new home. Look over your property carefully. What repairs are needed? What improvements would you like to make? Think ahead and determine your future needs. Heritage Home Improvements your Guilford Remodeling Contractor can help you in your planning by outlining options and discussing the improvements you can make within your budget. Be sure to review your homeowner's insurance policy and make adjustments for the added value of the work being done.
Do Not Choose a Friend or Family Member in the Construction Business
We've all heard the horror stories about someone who hired their handy brother-in-law with construction experience to put a new roof on their home, and it turned out to be a disaster. It is never a good idea to try to save money and cut corners by hiring a friend or family member to make building repairs that are beyond their skill level. This usually harms the relationship and costs more time and money in the long run.
We've all heard the horror stories about someone who hired their handy brother-in-law with construction experience to put a new roof on their home, and it turned out to be a disaster. It is never a good idea to try to save money and cut corners by hiring a friend or family member to make building repairs that are beyond their skill level. This usually harms the relationship and costs more time and money in the long run.
Avoid contractors that:
- arrive in an unmarked truck or van;
- ask you to sign an estimate or authorization before you have decided to actually hire them;
- appear to be willing to do the job at an unusually low price;
- offer to pay your deductible or offer you discounts or other compensation for hiring them;
- only provide a post office box for their business address;
- require full or substantial payment before work begins;
- refuse to provide you with a written estimate or contract;
- refuse to provide you with a license number
- refuse to provide you with references;
- show up at your door unsolicited; or
- use high-pressure sales tactics.
- A detailed summary of the work to be done;
- A description of materials;
- The total contract price or how the price will be calculated
- Specific timelines and provisions that address what will happen if the contractor fails to meet the contractual deadlines.
