If you’re planning a major home remodel, contractor selection should be at the top of your to-do list. Home remodeling contractors are specialists in working with your existing home to help you achieve your goals. They can also help you navigate logistics like obtaining all the necessary permits and selecting building materials.
But how do you choose the right contractor? Before making your home a job site, here are some tips to consider:
The first step to finding a quality contractor is to ask others for recommendations. This will provide you with an excellent starting point, and help you get important information about the overall experience of working with them.
You can also research local contractors online. Try to find a contractor experienced in the specific projects you need help with, like bathroom or kitchen remodeling.
Some contractors work independently, while others might work with larger construction firms. Investigate both kinds of contractors and compare their credentials and reviews.
Once you find some possible contractors, it’s time to interview them. Some questions you should ask include:
These are only some questions a qualified home remodeling contractor will be able to answer for you. Obtaining this information will help you determine whether you’re choosing the best person for the job.
Christine Stahl and Pete Lommori combine their experience and skills to better serve their real estate buyers and sellers, making your transaction a successful one. Both Christine and Pete learned the business from the ground up and were taught the ins and outs of good real estate practices and procedures from their fathers – real estate brokers and owners. With two generations of real estate practice, Pete and Christine continue a family tradition as realtors helping buyers and sellers protect their investments time after time.
