{"id":50272,"date":"2021-06-04T14:17:19","date_gmt":"2021-06-04T21:17:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/?p=50272"},"modified":"2022-04-11T14:11:11","modified_gmt":"2022-04-11T21:11:11","slug":"reliable-contractor-home-renovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/reliable-contractor-home-renovation\/","title":{"rendered":"Hire a reliable contractor for your home renovation"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Renovating a home can be stressful. Reduce the stress that comes with home renovations by following these tips to find a reliable, trustworthy contractor.<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/increase-your-home-value-with-these-11-essential-renovations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Home renovations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> can range from standard home upgrades and maintenance to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/tips-for-building-a-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">massive additions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and a full overhaul of the layout. But no matter how big or small the project, they\u2019re always stressful. One of the biggest stressors in a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/home-improvements-to-increase-home-value\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">home remodel<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> project is working with a trustworthy contractor who won\u2019t overcharge you, will be transparent about the progress of the work, and will stick to a realistic timeline. Don\u2019t get stuck with a half-finished <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/update-kitchen-in-budget\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">kitchen remodel<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and a contractor who has gone M.I.A. by following these steps to finding a contractor you can trust.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1. Know Who You Need to Hire<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Not all remodeling projects require the same professionals. Depending on the scope of the project, some require a more comprehensive team than others. Your first step in hiring a contractor will be to know exactly who you need to hire. Contractors may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>General contractors:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> oversee all aspects of a project including hiring subcontractors for specialized parts of each project, pulling permits, and making sure everything is properly inspected and up to code.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Specialty contractors:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> are the contractors who will come out to install specialized products or features. If you buy a new smart refrigerator and you need a professional to install it, you\u2019ll need a specialty contractor. If you need a person who specializes in custom cabinetry to install your new kitchen cabinets, they will be a specialty contractor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Architects:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> draw up the blueprints and aid the general contractor in the technical building aspects of the renovation. When additions, structural changes, and major changes in home layout are involved, you\u2019ll need an architect.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Designers: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">handle the overall aesthetics of a large home remodel. Major renovations, new builds, and additions usually need to be completely redesigned and will need someone with an experienced designer\u2019s eye to execute properly. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/interior-designers-v-decorators-not-cut-from-the-same-cloth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Designers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> will transform your new remodel into the beautiful space of your dreams.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2. Ask Around for Referrals<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The internet is a great tool in finding almost anything, but when it comes to hiring a reliable contractor, nothing beats a good, old-fashioned, word-of-mouth recommendation.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Start by asking friends, family, and your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/agents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">real estate agent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> if they have had any renovation or remodeling work done in their home recently and what their experience was like. Most people who are close to you won\u2019t mind disclosing costs, but even if they aren\u2019t comfortable with it, they\u2019ll still probably tell you whether or not they were charged a reasonable price. Don\u2019t forget to ask co-workers, neighbors, and have everyone ask around for you, too.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">3. Use Reputable Referral Websites<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-50337\" src=\"https:\/\/movoto.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/blog-hire-contractor2.jpg\" alt=\"Hire a Reliable Contractor for Your Home Renovation - Movoto Real Estate\" width=\"716\" height=\"342\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Don\u2019t trust everything you read on the internet. Googling the name of a business isn\u2019t always the most reliable way to check up on their reputation. Rely on more niche, hyperlocal websites for reviews of contractors from your very own neighbors. Sites like Nextdoor have become a popular way for people to find referrals and reviews for local services and trustworthy contractors and professionals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4. Get More Than One Estimate<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A good rule of thumb is to get at least three estimates for a project, especially when you\u2019re dealing with a bigger job. This will help you gauge the personality, work ethic, and price standards of each company and prevent you from getting ripped off.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you receive two comparable quotes and the third comes back significantly higher, you know you can cut the outlier off your list. Don\u2019t automatically default to the lowest bidder, though\u2014as with all services, you get what you pay for. But don\u2019t be timid about asking for details about how the costs are broken down.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">5. Don\u2019t Be Afraid to Ask Questions<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Here are a few important questions to ask every contractor you\u2019re considering:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Can you provide your license and insurance certificate?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How long will the project reasonably take?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How much experience do you have with similar projects?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What permits are going to be necessary to complete the remodel? Will you be in charge of pulling them?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Do you handle cleanup and waste disposal?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How many projects will you be working on at the same time?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How do you usually handle unforeseen issues that impact the budget?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The more you know about the process of your remodel or renovation, the more confident you can feel in who you hire.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">6. Verify Their Insurance<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">All reputable contractors will be insured. Ask to see copies of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/homeowners-insurance-four-good-reasons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> certifications to make sure they are current and include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Personal liability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Worker\u2019s compensation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Property damage coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">7. Ask for References<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-50338\" src=\"https:\/\/movoto.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/blog-hire-contractor3.jpg\" alt=\"Hire a Reliable Contractor for Your Home Renovation - Movoto Real Estate\" width=\"716\" height=\"347\" \/><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Any good contractor will be able to give you the names, addresses, phone numbers, or email addresses of two or three clients they have done similar projects for. Check with these clients and make sure to ask how long it took, whether it was completed in time, if they were satisfied with the work done, if the contractor was reliable, and if there have been any problems with the work since it was completed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">8. Make Sure They Offer a Written Contract<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Don\u2019t ever agree to a business transaction and, above all, never hand over money without a legally binding contract that you have read in full. Remember that contract requirements can vary from state to state and some may not even mandate that you have one in the first place. A good contractor will provide one whether they have to or not.\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure the contract includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Who is doing the work\u2014the contractor\u2019s name<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Your name and the address of where work is being completed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Estimated start and completion date<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A price quote for work completed in a specific time frame<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The payment schedule<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The contractor\u2019s agreement to get any necessary permits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">An agreement on how to handle any unforeseen changes, upgrades, or issues<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A detailed, itemized list of materials<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Any promises or agreements that were made between the two of you<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What the contractor will or won\u2019t do, including cleanup and trash removal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Any limitations imposed by the contractor<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">9. Keep All of Your Records<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Get a folder and label it for this specific project. Use it to keep track of any transactions, contract copies, contract changes, receipts, expenses, and correspondence pertaining to the project. To be even more thorough, keep a log of all of the phone calls, conversations, and meetings you have with the contractor pertaining to the project.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you do have problems with the contractor or their work, this detailed file will become especially important in order to be properly compensated.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">10. Keep an Eye Out for Warning Signs<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Now that you have a good idea of what you should be looking for in a good contractor, you should also know what to look for in a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/avoiding-residential-building-contractor-scams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">bad contractor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Never hire someone who:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Knocks on your door unsolicited and asks if you\u2019re looking for a contractor\u2014no matter how much of a discount they offer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Offers to use leftover materials from previous jobs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Offers a discount for you paying in all cash<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pressures you for an on-the-spot answer or acts too condescending or pushy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Asks you to pay for services upfront before work is completed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Requires you to get the necessary building permits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Doesn\u2019t have a listed business number in a local directory<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Doesn\u2019t have an online footprint\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Don\u2019t be shy about turning someone down if they give you a bad feeling. Good contractors usually have a lot of projects and wouldn\u2019t get upset if you change your mind. If they react very negatively, you can be assured that you dodged a bullet. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Renovating a home can be stressful. Reduce the stress that comes with home renovations by following these tips to find a reliable, trustworthy contractor. Home renovations can range from standard home upgrades and maintenance to massive additions and a full overhaul of the layout. But no matter how big or small the project, they\u2019re always stressful. One of the biggest stressors in a home remodel project is working with a trustworthy contractor who won\u2019t overcharge you, will be transparent about the progress of the work, and will stick to a realistic timeline. 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