Top 3 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring A General Contractor

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You probably are aware of the basics to hiring a General Contractor, but what things should you be wary about? You already know about doing your due diligence asking for a company that is licensed, bonded and insured, gathering quotes on your project from more than one company to ensure nothing has been missed and all pricing is in line, and researching past history to make sure there haven’t been any major complaints by visiting the Better Business Bureau website, Angie’s List and other online directories providing true and honest customer testimonials. Unfortunately there are other surefire signs that you should watch for. We’ve compiled a list of common mistakes that every homeowner should know before hiring a pro to work on their home.

  • Waiting Until A Need Arises
    The smartest thing that any homeowner can do is have a local general contractor already picked out that you trust. Whether you have worked with them before, a friend or neighbor has referred you to them, or you have done your research in order to be prepared, knowing is half the battle. You don’t want to wait for a major fail in your home to start the looking process because you will then find yourself making irrational rushed decisions just to try to get the job done fast.
  • Hiring Someone That Just Showed Up
    Everyone has experienced the notorious door-to-door salesman. Never hire a General Contractor that mysteriously knocks on your door. This is a red flag of fly-by-night companies and even common practice of “insurance chasers” or “storm chasers” that just go where the money is and then are nowhere to be found when you have a customer service issue or warranty need. Choose an established General Contractor with a storefront and that is actively involved within your community. A company that is vested within the community is more likely to be around for the long haul when you need them most.
  • Hiring a Pro Over the Phone, Without Diagnosing the Problem
    Steer clear of a company that will quote you a price over the phone without making the trip out to your home to put eyes on the problem at hand. Without seeing the project first hand they will not properly be able to (1) show up to fix the issue with all proper and necessary tools on the first trip not knowing what they are actually getting into, (2) address any underlining issues that you may have such as mold, an internal leak, or a roof leak that could be causing other issues, and (3) fix the entire issue within the modest price quote that they provided if other factors are involved that you were not aware of. General Contractor Luckily finding your go-to general contractor is easy for surrounding Phoenix residents. No matter if you consult with Angie’s List, the Better Business Bureau, Houzz or home improvement icons such as Rosie on the House, you will find one common denominator … Todd Whittaker Drywall Inc. (TWD). They have built their name in the industry by providing top notch customer service, having a state-of-the-art designer showroom with an experienced on-staff design team, allowing every homeowner 24/7 access to their project online, and continually striving to be better than they were yesterday. Since 1996 they have been in your neighborhood earning the trust of your neighbors. Contact them today at (623) 544-1211 or online at https://twdaz.com to see why so many others consider Todd Whittaker Drywall Inc. their General Contractor of choice.