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What to Look For in a Professional Installer
When selecting someone to do installation work for us, we typically ask, “What do you charge?” What they charge and what it will cost you, especially in the long run, are not always the same. In addition to “What do you charge?” be certain you ask the following...
1. How long have you been in business? It’s not a matter of years
as much
as what they have accomplished during those years. What
types of installations
have they done? How many certifications do
they hold? What awards have they
received?
2. Are you licensed? All states require licensing for general contractors,
but
not all do for remodelers. Check your local area for requirements.
3. Are you insured? State licensing agencies required builders to be
insured
-
licensed. Make certain
the remodeler has Workers’ Compensation
and General Liability coverage. Their
insurance agency can provide
a current statement for you to review.
4. Do you have references? Ask for and check at least 3 references.
Go and
see their work, and ask former customers about their buying and
installation
experience.
5. When can you provide a quote in writing? Always ask for a bid or
quote
in writing and establish a deadline. That will help you know how
reliable they
will be.
6. Are you active in your local builders association or NARI? NARI
stands
for National Association of the Remodeling Industry. Being a
member does not
guarantee a quality job. But if they are active
members, it is an indication
of the individuals’ and their company’s
commitment to the industry and its standards.
The same holds true
if they are members of the Local HBA’s Remodelers Council.
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