“Hiring people is like making friends. Pick good ones, and they’ll enrich your life. Make bad choices, and they’ll bring you down.” – Jason Fried
Have you been considering a remodel or addition for your Boston home? If so, you need to hire the right contractor for the job. Here at Vargas and Vargas Insurance Agency, we want to make sure you’re happy with the work you have done, so we have compiled a list of tips to help you choose the right contractor:
- Find someone who will communicate early and often.
- Don’t automatically accept the lowest bid.
- Make sure your contractor is licensed, bonded, and insured.
- Inspect your written contact, ensuring it contains deadlines and financial estimates.
Once the work begins, there are a few more tips that you should follow to ensure that the process goes smoothly:
- Allow workers to store their tools and equipment on site.
- Relocate anything fragile or valuable.
- Choose between options in plenty of time.
- Keep a detailed record of all documents and communications.
For the full list, and a few additional tips to help you through the construction or remodeling process, visit our original post from last week. And remember, your Vargas and Vargas Insurance agent is able to give you a free home insurance review to ensure that you have the right amount of coverage for your property. Also make sure that you update your policy if the value of your home changes because of a remodel!
