One of the most important decisions you'll make when doing improvements on your Sudbury or Wayland home is selecting the contractor to do the work. Although they may not be the least expensive bidder, a good contractor can save you thousands of dollars on your project.

 

Here are some tips on choosing a good contractor:

 

 

 

Beware of these types of contractors:

  • The disappearing contractor. If you choose unwisely, you might end up with a contractor that starts the job, does a little work, and then disappears with your money and never comes back to complete the job. Word of mouth recommendations are the best way to avoid getting involved with a vanishing contractor.
  • The contractor who hires unskilled labor. Another unsavory tactic used by bad contractors is hiring cheap, unskilled labor to do the work on your home. Unfortunately, the result can be disastrous. Not only will you have lost your money that you paid the contractor for the work, but you'll have to hire a second contractor to come in and repair the damage.  This expense can be easily avoided if you hire a reputable contractor in the first place. Although the more skilled contractor's rate will be higher, it can save you thousands of dollars to hire him from the start.
  • The thief. Theft of your personal property in your home can be a concern if you use a disreputable contractor or if he hires unsavory characters to do the work.

  

It's important to find out what you can about any contractor you're considering doing business with. 

Checking the better business bureau in your area for any complaints on the contractor you're considering can alert you to any unstable business practices. Places like Angie’s List and a general Google search can also prove helpful.

 

Following the above tips can help you choose a contractor that can save you money and do a beautiful job on your project. Choosing a contractor for your home improvement project requires some research and due diligence on your part, however, when you follow these action steps, you'll save money and be pleased with the renovation. 

 

 

Have more questions on using contractors or are you looking for recommendations? Shoot me an email rachel.Bodner@nemoves.com. I’m happy to help.

 

Also, you might consider getting a copy of my book Tips To Increase The Value of Your Home. It can help you to make decisions on what home improvement projects may benefit you most. Request a copy of that HERE.