Top 4 Signs You’ve Found a Great Contractor

​Constructing your home or office is an exciting, challenging, and stressful experience. The last thing you want is to deal with a contractor who’s incompetent and unprofessional. After all, you’re making a substantial investment here. To make sure you get your money’s worth, look for these signs that indicate you’ve found a great contractor.

They Provide Detailed Information                               
A good contractor is transparent, open and can provide you with all the information you ask for. They have a portfolio showing their previous work, licenses, and the mandated inspections and permits that prove they adhere to the state’s building codes. If requested, they can also provide you a detailed estimate of your project.

No Demands of Full Payment
A partial payment is a standard practice in construction. It’s a show of good faith on the client’s part and gives assurance that the work they’ll be doing will be compensated. But a good contractor also knows they will also have to prove their worth through their work and thus, can only ask for payment after a certain percentage of the job has been completed.

It’s unusual for a professional and reliable contractor to demand full payment before the project even begins so be wary if this happens.

They Hold Up Their End of the Agreement
The best contractor is known for upholding the end of the agreement and fulfilling what they’ve been hired to do. For instance, they will only use materials that have been agreed on. If a specific material isn’t available, they will inform the client and provide an appropriate alternative

A good contractor will also abide by any property rules you’ve set. They will respect specific areas, follow your requests, and will clean up and leave your property free from debris.

Communication Lines Are Always Open
Open communication is one of the hallmarks of a good contractor. There should be an ongoing dialogue between you and the contractor throughout the duration of the project. Regular meetings are essential and give both parties a chance to see if expectations are being met.

Be wary of a contractor that remains silent for an extended period. Make sure you check up on them immediately to ensure they’re not passing off substandard work.

A good contractor also understands the importance of good insurance. It’s also something that you should look into to ensure that you and property are secured.

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