Jim Winsett of the BBB. Q. I need to find a qualified trustworthy remodeling contractor. What advice may BBB suggest?
A. Whether you are doing repairs, adding on to your home or renovating a room, you may decide you need help with that project you are finally tackling. That’s where a contractor comes in.
A contractor is anybody you hire to provide materials and labor to complete a job. Some contractors focus on a specific type of project, like plumbing or tiling or painting, while others will work on any type of project. For larger projects, a general contractor may also serve as a project manager working with other vendors to get all the work done.
Hiring your contractor is one of the most important steps for the project. Hire the right one and you can relax knowing that your project is being handled. Hire the wrong one and you could be facing a wide range of problems from unfinished work to being sued if workers aren’t paid.
These are tips to think about when you set out to hire a contractor and will serve you well when hiring anybody to work in your home: