Here are some tips you should consider when hiring a
contractor:
1. Get all estimates in writing. Include pricing
if unseen problems arise.
2. Get proof that your contractor is licensed, bonded,
insured, and covered by workers compensation. Don’t
take their word, get it in writing.
3. Make sure your contractor will do the work.
4. Get references, and contact at least 3 of them.
5. Avoid giving any money down for a deposit. Pay upon
completion or hire a different contractor.
6. Make sure you receive a written guarantee
on workmanship.
7. If possible, deal
with the owner of the company.
You are more likely to get a better job when the
owner
is directly involved.
8. Check your contractors credit. Ask the contractor who their supplier is.
Simply call the supplier and ask about the contractors credit.
They will be happy to give you information.
9. My personal favorite tip
when dealing with a contractor is ask him/her for a
occasion when
they had to go back on a service call for a roof leak or another problem.
Tell them you would like to contact the homeowner to see how the problem was handled.
Now if they say they have never had a problem I would rule them out asap.
Because they may be afraid to have you hear how they handled the problem.
If they are willing to give you some names, too me that shows honesty
and you will get a chance to see their character.
Remember: All
contractors may seem nice until there is a problem.
Then character
and integrity will come into play.
Saving money now by going
with a low cost contractor surely may cost you
double and triple
you inital savings in the end, not counting all the aggravation and stress.
Need any advice,
You can always call me, John Barbera. I will always try to help any way I can!
Barbera Home Improvement
West side 440-843-8987
East side 216-464-0480
TOLL-FREE..... 1-877-bhi-2fix
