How to hire a General Contractor

Hiring a General Contractor

The contractor will negotiate a remodeling contract for the complete project. It will be their responsibility to complete the specialized work or sub contract the work out. These areas sub contracted could be architecture, plumbing, electrical and cabinetry.

You should always get at least three bids from general contractors. Some questions you should ask and have written into the contract are:

• References from remodeling projects similar to yours
• Insurance and licenses
• How many hours daily will they supervise
• How many projects will they be involved with while working on yours
• Do their own men/women do all the work
• Length of job from beginning to end

The contract for your kitchen and/or bathroom remodel should be precise and thorough. Have full names, addresses and phone numbers of parties, start and ending dates, payment options, guarantees on materials, work and a complete and detailed job description.

Also check local resources like the Better Business Bureau, AngiesList, and the State California Licensing Agency.