So, the thought of a new year has you thinking about a new kitchen or bath? Maybe you want new stairs, flooring or need a way to give a tired room a lift. Unless you are skilled carpenter, electrician, or plumber hire a home improvement contractor for these jobs. But hiring a home improvement contractor can be scary. A major renovation, remodel, or re-do is a major investment and you don’t want to get burned. How do you find the right contractor for the job?
Only Hire a Licensed Home Improvement Contractor
This is first, foremost, and always the most important. Do not hire a home improvement contractor that is not licensed. The State of California makes this easy. Just go online to the state’s Contractor’s License Board and search by the company name. For example, enter Inspired Remodels as the name of the home improvement contractor and you get information such as:
- Business address and phone
- License status
- Business classification
- Bonding information
- Worker’s compensation insurance information
Get Bids
Shop around and get at least 3 bids for a major renovation or remodel. When you compare bids, make sure that all three are based on the same plans, specifications, and finishes. That low bid for a kitchen remodel may include fiberboard cabinets while the more expensive bid may install solid wood or custom cabinets. If one bid is so low you can’t believe it; then don’t. There is either a problem with the bid or the contractor. Most home improvement contractors charge the same for comparable work.
Ask for Recommendations
Ask the contractor for recommendations from recent clients. Then call the clients. Ask about their experience. Was the work finished on time and on budget? Were there any surprises? In what condition was the home left at the end of the work day?
Some contractors view your home as nothing more than a job site. Inspired Remodels understands the place they are working is your home. It is stressful and inconvenient to have your home under construction. That’s why you will always be assigned a project manager to serve as the point of contact for all aspects of your job. In addition, our crews will never leave your home a shambles at the end of the day.
Ask your friends, neighbors, an co-workers if they have any experiences (good or bad) with a local home improvement contractor. Also, ask to see work that they have done. They should have a portfolio of kitchen remodels, flooring or fireplace remodels, or samples of similar work.
Inspired Remodels – More than a Home Improvement Contractor
Once you start looking, one thing will be clear. Inspired Remodels is the premier home improvement contractor in Orange County. Inspired Remodels is more than just a general contracting firm. They are a complete design and build shop. That means they do more than install kitchen appliances and floors, they design stunning kitchens. They do more than tile a bathroom, they design a spa-like retreat. Inspired Remodels can take your ideas and turn them into breathtaking living spaces that look good and function great.
Call (949) 716-1938 to make an appointment for your consultation today.
