Here are 10 practical tips to make your experience with a contractor more
productive and pleasurable.
1. Hire a licensed contractor.
2. Check the contractors license number before hiring, by clicking here.
3. Check 3 references and review past work to see if it’s to your liking.
4. Get at least 3 bids.
5. Get a written contract and do not sign anything until you completely
understand the terms.
6. Pay 10% down or $1000, whichever is less.
7. Do not let payments get ahead of work.
8. Do not pay in cash.
9. Keep a file of all related paperwork.
10. Do not make the final payment until your satisfied with the job.
