Research, research, research! It makes everything much smoother of a job when everything is known ahead of time. Know what tile you want, know what grout color you want, know your budget…know everything that you possibly can.
Check the contractor’s hiring references.
Hire a licensed contractor with extreme experience, both in age of license and age of experience.
And most importantly, do not pay in advance. Weekly payments based on production gives homeowner much control of the project
Make sure you are aware of all the options for your particular project.
Make as many selections and decisions as you can, prior to commencement of work, in order to prevent being pressured to make spontaneous decisions.
Verify your contractor has experience in the project type that you are interested in doing.
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To who this question may concern, I suggest the home owner get a home inspection before getting a full renovation project started to make sure they know what repairs may need to be done. Some home owners may have problems they can not detect in advance, like latent defects such as termites, the extent of foundation repair, plumbing issues or electrical wiring being updated with code compliance. It is also helpful to have a blue print ready to go and have all colors, counter top materials, doors, trimming, flooring design and a full description of renovation project ready. Also be sure to confirm the contractor you hire for the job has many years of experience in the industry of the type of work you’re looking to get done. It is also helpful to set a budget prior to starting renovation project. I hope this answer was helpful.
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Hiring the right contractor is a difficult choice.
To make sure your home remodeling is in good hands you should only hire certified contractors that can provide references and can take you to an ongoing project to show you the quality and professional approach they have.
Also very important is having an itemized estimate that will show you the materials used.
At DBR we believe that a satisfied customer is the heart and soul of a healthy and successful remodeling and construction company.
I hope this helped answering your question.
Plan ahead as much as you can.
1: Always hire licensed, bonded, and insured contractors for they have the sufficient credentials and knowledge needed, and will limit risks and increase trust of your potential contractor.
2: Always feel comfortable with the contractor you’ve chosen.
3: Trust in us, for Construction is our passion, and we are confident in our skills and talent to make your home along with the entire process, an enjoyable one.
Make sure you are clear and upfront with the contractor at all times. They always say honesty is the best policy. If things come up during the job, a favor might be returned. Remember that you both are on the same team and both need the job to turn out as successful as possible. Always work with licensed contractors!
Make sure that the contractor is licensed and has insurance. Construction can have many difficulties, such as when you open a wall and see many problems there. So you have to be patient.
Ask for references, call the BBB, ask friends, call the local building assoc.
Before you talk to the contractor, be sure that all of your wants and wishes are well thought through. Changes later are much harder to deal with than knowing what’s going on ahead of time.
Initial planning is extremely important.
Communication is key for both parties. The more information the homeowner shares with the contractor up front, the better job s/he can do to accommodate. Also, don’t be afraid to speak up if you see something that concerns you–or something you don’t understand–or if you’re having second thoughts about a choice. Jobs are a process, and while we’d all like the process to proceed without any surprises, in the long run you’ll be happier if you’re engaged with the project throughout. Finally, as with anything, expect to pay for high quality work and hire someone who you trust. Good luck!
Verify they’re licensed in the trade that you intend to use them for. Check them out on the contractors board for any violations and what the results of those violations were.
Making sure that your contractor is licensed and insured is always a good place to start. Ask for their references and call their previous clients are always a good source of information and be sure to make sure that you pay your draws on time. Cash flow always keeps the project moving along in a timely fashion.
I would say good communication with your contractor. Make sure the contractor understands your timeline and expectation. It is not smart to overspend, make sure your contractor knows your budget and leaves room for any hidden cost.
Carefully pick your contractor. Make sure you check that the contractor has a valid license and insurance and bond available. You can go online and check info about his company online. Read some info about your project online, so you have a better clue of whats needs to be done. Then ask your contractor about some details of his work, and see how he is at answering the questions, and if he really knows what he is going to do. And when you feel pretty confident about the contractor, just trust him and let him do his job. That’s all you can do.
Proper planning and discussions with your contractor before the project starts.
Do not act impulsively. Concept, design, and planning are very important in your understanding the scope of the work, the budget requirements, and time to complete.