Home Remodeling Allen TX

Home remodeling contractors: 10 questions to ask before hiring

When you’re entrusting your home to another person, you can never ask too many questions! All home remodeling projects should be completed by a reputable contractor. Credibility, experience, quality of work and efficiency should be among the top things you look for in a contractor. Here are 10 important questions to ask before hiring anyone to complete your home remodeling project:

How much experience does your staff have and how long have you been in business?

Just like any business, the longer it’s been around, the better. Experience is crucial, especially when it comes to remodeling businesses. A less-experienced company doesn’t mean that you have to automatically write it off, maybe just put a question mark next to it.

Do you have a license for contracting?

Requirements differ by state, but even if licenses aren’t required, it’s highly recommended that you hire a licensed contractor for your Allen home remodeling project. Contracting licenses are good for the homeowner as it ensures that the contractor is certified and has undergone proper training.

Can I see your certificate of insurance?

Solid proof is much better than word-of-mouth. This confirms that the company has both liability insurance and worker’s compensation insurance, which are crucial to a home remodeling project. The last thing you need is to be held liable for any damages or injuries inccured while on the job. While a quick remodel is something everyone wants, it’s more important to protect yourself against any liabilities falling on your shoulders.

Will you obtain any necessary permits?

It’s not always necessary that home remodeling contractors obtain the necessary building/construction permits for a job. That being said, things will be much easier if they do obtain these permits. It’s less of a headache for you, and it shows the contractor’s willingness work with you before the project even begins.

When do you expect to complete the project?

Home remodeling projects will undoubtedly bring about some inconvenience, but it’d help to have an idea as to how long you’ll be inconvenienced. Depending on the size of your project, it’s not likely that the remodeling company will be able to give you an exact date as to when the project will be completed. In such cases, though, they should give you a solid estimate. This allows you to have an expected date as to when the project will be completed. If it isn’t completed by the estimated date, you’ll be able to ask for an explanation as to why it’s not.

What is the payment schedule? Do you offer an itemized bid?

You shouldn’t have any trouble finding a contractor that allows you a payment schedule. Paying for the entire job at once is risky; instead, you want to pay for the work as it’s completed. It also helps to have an itemized bid before the project gets started. Having specific numbers based on the cost of materials and labor are better than estimates given based off on assumptions. Such estimates can lead to confusion and disagreement as the process moves forward.

How many people will be working on this project?

It might seem like an unnecessary question, but you want to know as much as possible about their process before you get it started. You’ll want to know how many people are on the job and how often the project manager will be overseeing their work.

What is the best method of communication for you and when is the best time?

As you’d expect, communication is key. A company phone number will not be enough. You want direct contact with your manager. Discuss early the contractor’s preferred method of communication before getting starte. Whether it’s over the phone, email, text, or in-person, it should be established from the beginning. Additionally, you’ll want to discuss the best times to communicate as well.

What warranties do you offer for materials and labor?

Warranties provide a sense of security when it comes to home remodeling projects. In the event that anything goes wrong from a labor or materials standpoint, having a warranty will allow the issue to be fixed without you incurring any extra expensive. An Allen home remodeling company should have a set warranty that is discussed with you in advance and given to you on paper. Additionally, you should be able to obtain documentation of manufacturer warranties for materials and parts used in the project.

Do you have references I can speak with?

References are quite helpful when it comes to home remodeling projects. You should always take the opportunity to discuss a company’s work with a previous customer of theirs. Often times, the previous customer will be more than happy to speak with you. You can discuss the company’s customer service, quality of work, the similarity of your projects, timelines, etc. You should be in good shape with regards of the hiring process after speaking with a reference.

For all your home remodeling needs, give Floors BLVD a call at (469) 535-9246! We’ll answers to all of your questions and will transform your home with a beautiful remodel.