Do your research. Talk to at least three contractors, and check at least two references for each one. “Word of mouth” advertising is very useful in the screening process. Use your network of friends and neighbors to get names and numbers, and, if possible, talk to an insurance agent or broker; they usually know reliable, reasonably-priced contractors with good reputations. — Besides good references, the contractor you hire should have two licenses: a business license and a certification of professional competence.
Find out if the contractor has a professional bond. While it’s not required, some contractors like to have this back-up insurance, especially for larger, complicated jobs. Depending on the complexity of your job, you may also want to take out short-term property or liability insurance.–Another factor in your decision is the type of contract you want to sign: fixed-fee or time-and-materials. With fixed-fee contracts, you’ll know exactly how much you’ll pay for the job, what it is that you want done and when it will be completed.
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