Top 9 Useful Tips To Choose the best General Contractor!

by Mark Shehadeh Florida Certified General Contractor

Choosing the right contractor for your project can be a difficult process, but here are some tips that can help you to find the best General Contractor in Boca Raton, Florida.

1. Study About Your Project:

Educate yourself about the project and make a list of things that you would be required from a general contractor. The more you know about the details of your project, the more you will know the right questions to ask, and the better you will be at making the right decision.

2. Get Referrals From Your Friends And Family:

Check with your friends and family if someone has a great experience with any general contractor in your area. A referral contractor will always work better for you.

3. Interview Multiple Contractors:

This is important step in order to choose the right contractor for your project. You can ask your questions to multiple general contractors in your areas and collect written bids from each contractor. You can learn a lot about the contractor during this process, and will gain more insight into your project.

4. Check Their Previous Completed Projects:

Certified and licensed general contractors will never hesitate to share their references with you. They can easily share details of current clients, subcontractors, major suppliers, and employees. You can also ask for a tour of a project that is currently under construction and of completed projects that may be similar to yours.

5. Perform a Background Check:

Contractors and many subcontractors should be licensed, although licensing requirements vary by state. Verify licenses for the contractor and major subcontractors. For this, you can check the better business bureau(BBB), court records, and an internet search to uncover any potential issues.

6. Choose a Contractor Who Best Fits To Your Specific Requirements:

A contractor may have multiple specialties, but make sure your type of project is one of their strong suits. Check who routinely does the type of work that you need performed.

7. Check for The Communication And Response Time:

Good communication skills and quick response are most important aspects for any project. Choose a contractor that you are comfortable with. Clarity is essential for success. Most problems arise when the contractor assumes that you understand an issue the same way that they do. It is imperative to be on the same page as your builder.

8. Review Agreements Carefully:

It's important to check contract documents carefully. Agreements should cover every aspect of the project. Confirm that they include: Plans and specifications with a clear scope of work, specific materials to be used, start and completion dates, change order procedures, insurance coverages, a payment schedule, and the mechanic lien release process.

9. Verify Insurance Coverage:

It's one of the most important things to verify that contractor has general liability and workers' compensation insurance coverage so that you will not be liable for any damage or injury that occurs while the contractor and his employees are working on your property

The Bottom Line:

The right contractor can make the difference between a successful project and a disaster. If you are planning to start a construction project at some point in the near future, above 9 steps can help you to choose the right contractor for your construction project.

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