6 Steps to Choosing the Right Contractor
January 16, 2012
Choosing the right Contractor is very important, while some find it easy,
but others find it difficult. Here are 6 things to remember when choosing the right Contractor.
- Take Your Time Comparing Companies
This is important because some companies use different materials and craftsmanship, which contributes to the various prices. The old saying “you get what you pay for” is true for construction materials and supplies. Do you want top quality supply and work which can last a lifetime; or do you want low quality, which needs to be replaced continuously?
Our Company provides top quality service and materials. We own our own lumberyard with high quality wood, and we buy our materials from trusted suppliers.
- Check the References and Testimonials
Check the company’s history of other jobs they have done. Are the customers satisfied with their work?
If the company does not provide any form of testimonials, that may be a sign that their clients were not satisfied with their work.
Check out company’s testimonials and before and after pictures.
- Visit Their Offices
Why not visit our Company? We have friendly employees who are happy at their job. We are an organized and safe company and our customers is our main priority. We are here to help you with your questions.
Picking a company that is unorganized and have employees that are not happy to work is a sign that there is something wrong.
- Visiting their Work Cites
If you see that a company that you were considered is doing a project, you should analyze the work cite. Is the cite a mess? Are the employees slacking off and not doing their job? Do they have quality materials and equipment?
- Confirmed Insurance
It is vital to know if the company has proper, up-to-date insurance and licensed. Do not be afraid to ask for paperwork or insurance documents.
Joe Percario General Contractors is both Insured and Licensed.
- Permits And Approvals
Make sure the company you picked is reliable and organized. The one thing you do not want is halting or delaying the project because they did not obtain the proper permits or government approvals.
Make sure the company obtains the right permits, no matter how small or big the job is.
Keeping these 6 things in mind will ensure a more rewarding,
enjoyable and affordable construction, renovation or remodeling effort.

I’m glad I ran across this, it made me think.