One of the best places to start when searching for home improvement companies is just a phone call away—your local family and friends. Not only do they have hands-on experience with companies in the area, they are also more likely to be honest with their opinions.
You can also search online to read reviews and recommendations for local home improvement companies. A few of the best websites to start with include:
- National Association of Home Builders
- Better Business Bureau
- Angie’s List.
2. Start Calling Local Home Improvement Companies
Once you’ve acquired a short list of home improvement companies, it’s time to pick up the phone and make some calls. You’ll be surprised by the amount of information you can attain during a short interview—as long as you ask the right questions. Consider asking these questions to get started:
- Does your company accept projects of this size?
- Will you have other projects occurring at the same time?
- Can you provide a list of previous customers, as well as financial reference from banks or suppliers
- Do you use subcontractors, and if so, how long have you worked with them?
3. Schedule an In-Home Consultation
By this time, you should have your list narrowed down to three or four home improvement companies. It’s time to set up in-home consultations! Since most contractors offer free, in-home consultations, be weary of any companies that request payment for this service.
Also, be sure to ask each contractor to itemize your project estimate to make it easier to compare the cost of labor, materials, and other expenses.
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