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Seek a referral from someone you know who is
happy with his or her contractor's work.
Solicit bids from at least three contractors
Be wary of proposals that are much lower than any
other proposals.
Contact the Better Business Bureau to check out
any contractors that submit bids.
Insist on a written contract that outlines your
entire agreement, including starting and completion dates.
Have an attorney review any documents before you
sign them, including contracts, warranties, and plans.
Make sure there are no blank spaces on anything
you sign.
Insist upon a written warranty on all materials
and work.
Get all building permits and variances before
starting the project - and identify the contractor on the applications.
Inspect all work before signing a completion
certificate.
Withhold final payment until the entire project
is finished and inspected.
Get a contractor's affidavit that all
subcontractors and material suppliers have been paid before making final
payment.
Report my misrepresentations, shoddy work,
failure to honor contracts, unlicensed contractors, or other
problems to the
appropriate licensing board.
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