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Text Box: Tips before you hire a Contractor to remodel or make repairs

 

 

 

 

Text Box: Plan Ahead Never start a project without an approved design and materials list. Make sure that your local planning and building department approves your design before you sign a contract to build. Note that the City of Chicago or the local Village/Municipality depending upon the Scope of Work may require a Building Permit. Please Don't Overbuild Overbuilding occurs when improvements cause your house to be over priced for your neighborhood, which may make it difficult to sell at a profit Hiring a Contractor Here are a few rules you should follow when hiring a contractor. These rules are designed to protect you and your contractor from any misunderstandings. Written Contracts Insist on a written contract that specifies construction details, a planned date of completion and an agreement for the contractor to clean up after the project is finished. Make sure that all contract changes are in writing and signed by you and the contractor. Never rely upon any verbal changes. Contractor Payments Be certain the contract includes a schedule of payments as the work progresses. Subcontractors and Suppliers Don't make final payments until you have seen receipts for bills paid by the contractor. A contractor's failure to pay a supplier may result in a lien on your home. References and Bids Depend upon references when selecting. Ask your friends, neighbors, and associates at work for references. Always interview as many contractors as possible (a minimum of three is recommended.) Check their references from people they've worked for. Insurance Make sure that the contractor has appropriate insurance, including both general liability and workers compensation insurance. 1Source: The League of American Homeowners      

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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