WONDERING HOW TO CHOOSE A CONTRACTOR? YOU LANDED IN THE RIGHT SPOT. THIS BLOG CONTAINS A FEW KEY DETAILS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING A CONTRACTOR TO RENOVATE YOUR SPACE, WHETHER YOU ARE A HOMEOWNER, ARCHITECT, OR PROFESSIONAL INTERIOR DESIGNER.
How to Choose a Contractor: Step One
Budget, Scope, and Timeline
Before you reach out to any contractors, you need to establish the full scope of the project, along with a budget and rough timeline. Consider what needs to be completed when, and always include a buffer in your budget to account for any unexpected costs. Make a list of everything your contractor needs to do so they can quote accurately.
How to Choose a Contractor: Step Two
Licensing, Insurance, and Experience
When comparing quotes, ensure all the contractors under consideration are fully licensed and insured, with the paperwork to prove it. Reviews and online testimonials will give you an insight into their reliability and professionalism, while you can also ask for the contact details of a past client to consolidate their credentials.
How to Choose a Contractor: Step Three
Selection, Negotiation, and Contract
Once you have obtained a few different quotes, there may be multiple contractors that meet your needs. If this is the case, you can narrow down your shortlist by choosing a contractor with specialist experience in your project niche, a professional communication approach, or simply someone who feels like a good fit for the job. Both homeowners and designers will work closely with any contractor, so reliable communication is essential.
Don’t forget to negotiate some ground rules such as when the contractor will have access to your home and how the site should be left at the end of each day. Once you’re happy, your chosen candidate should have a professional contract for you to sign – the clue is in the name after all!
How to Choose a General Contractor: Final Thoughts
Choosing a contractor for a high-end home renovation project can be a bit of a minefield, but it doesn’t have to be.
At BH Interiors NY, we provide all the relevant licenses and insurance for you to take a look at, along with a vast portfolio of past projects. This helps you quickly decide whether our skills and experience might be the right fit for your project.
