10 Tips to Make Sure Your Contractor Measures Up

JoJo on Mar 18th 2009

  1. Hire only licensed contractors.
  2. Check contractor’s license number at 800-321-2752 or www.cslb.ca.gov.
  3. Get three references & review past work.
  4. Get at least three bids.
  5. Get a written contract & don’t sign unless you understand the terms.
  6. Pay 10% down or $1000, whichever is less.
  7. Don’t let payments get ahead of work & keep records.
  8. Don’t make final payment until you’re satisfied with the job.
  9. Don’t pay cash.
  10. Keep a job file of all papers relating to your project.

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