8 Tips For Hiring A Contractor
Before you launch a major home project, be sure your contract includes the following:
- The contractor's name, address, phone, and license number.
- The payment schedule for the contractor, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- An estimated start and completion date.
- The contractor's obligation to obtain all permits.
- How change orders will be handled.
- A detailed list of all materials, including color, model, size, and brand name.
- Warranties covering material and workmanship.
- A "broom" clause, making the contractor responsible for all clean-up, including spills and stains.
When the job is done, don't make final payment until you check that:
- All work meets the standards spelled out in the contract.
- You have proof that all subcontractors and suppliers have been paid.
- The job site has been cleared of excess materials, tools, and equipment.
- You have inspected and approved the completed work.
Source: Federal Trade Commission (ftc.gov)
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