Best Ways To Find A Good Contractor For your Project

Choosing the Right Builder

Narrow the Field

Try to meet with at least five different builders. It might seem excessive, but spending more time upfront can literally save months, years, and a good amount of heartache if you end up hiring someone you didn’t fully research.

During the Initial Meeting

Have a list of questions in advance and ask each candidate to give you written estimates after your initial meeting. Share your photos and be upfront about your budget and expectations. Every contractor should have no problem providing written estimates prior to any money exchange, so if they don’t seem willing to do this, that can help narrow down your choices.

References, References, References

Ask the builders to give you references from their past clients. Talk to two to three of their clients and ask for photos of the work they did. Were they happy with the end result? Did the contractor deliver on their promised timelines? Did the subcontractors they hired do good work? When a problem arose, how was the situation addressed? Most people are more than willing to share their opinions.

Most importantly, get their license number and contact the state boards where they are licensed. Check to see if there are any complaints against them or any issues with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). During these inquiries, you should also check to see if they have any past or pending litigation.

Conclusion

Once you’ve chosen your builder, stay in touch with them, and be realistic about the timelines. You should expect the work to be done in the time promised but also understand that many things can happen with material delays, inclement weather, and other unexpected events. You’re in this together, and everyone should have the same goal: to make your home as beautiful as possible.