There are many home contractors out there and not all of them are the same. There are some that are really good and others who just care about getting paid and do not have pride in their work.
Pointers for hiring a contractor:
1. Clearly understand and spell out what you want in your project.
2. Get everything in writing!
3. Make sure your contract includes dates – specific dates.
4. Don’t pay all up front.
5. Understand the difference between licensed and unlicensed contractors.
6. Get referrals.
7. Be realistic and have some flexibility.
8. Remember to be respectful and build a rapport!
These tips will help you save a lot of time, money, and heartache that so many individuals face in building their own home because they did not do their homework first. The internet provides a great way to learn about local businesses and every consumer should do their own research before buying or contracting any type of construction work.
We work with some great home builders who have built excellent Cedar City homes in various locations and in every price range.
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Comment from Jose Garbia on February 21, 2009, 8:21 am
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