7 Signs Of A Good Home Improvement Company

Posted on Wednesday, October 5th, 2011

Finding a good home contractor can be really difficult. They tell you everything you want to hear in order to get your business. How can you tell if they are good or not? Well there are some sure fire signs to help you spot a legitimate company with the right priorities.

1. A growing company with a long track record

If the company has been around for a while, chances are they have been doing something right. You need someone who can stand by there products for their entire life. If a business goes out of business, they have no obligation to maintain a warranty. The best warranties come from long term companies who can fix any problems that might arise.

2. Exact pricing up front. No hidden costs.

Some contractors like to swoop in on a deal by offering the cheapest quote. They win the bid and then all the real fees and charges start to show up. Don’t pick the cheapest bid you see. Instead, pick the person who offers the highest value. That way, you can get the biggest bang for your buck.

3. Complete details of the project in writing. No surprises, no project creep.

Making sure all of the job’s activities are in writing before starting a job is crucial. Signing a document that says someone will replace your windows isn’t good enough. Each activity has a cost associated with it. That means removal, disposal, modifications, and installation should all be included and explicitly priced.

4. Only Grade “A” components—never “second tier” products or materials.

A good installer will only allow you to buy something that is worth your money. There comes a point at which products simply aren’t worth the price you pay. Cheap products might cost less than their competition, but over the period of the life of the product, they become more expensive. Cheap products are more defective, under-perform, and require more maintenance.

5. Installation by trained, insured crews, performed to the highest standards of the industry under strict quality control.

Some companies offer cheap installation, but they cut corners to make a profit. Allowing uninsured, untrained workers on your property can result in a lawsuit or inadequate installation that costs thousands to repair. They can do more damage than good, so make sure all of your contractors workers are insured and properly trained.

6. Flexible financing with no markup or fee.

Your contractor should be in the business of installing quality products into your home, not the banking business. To make your life easier and comfort more attainable, they can offer financing, but it shouldn’t be a profit center.

7. You don’t have to pay a dime until the job’s done and you’re happy.

If you are ever unhappy, in five years of fifty, they will do whatever it take to make sure you are 100% satisfied. Good businesses stand by there products no matter what.

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