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What should you expect from the general contractor you hired for a remodel?
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Should you hire a general contractor to remodel your house if he does not carry general liability insurance?
No, you should not hire an uninsured contractor to do anything at all, remodel or otherwise, unless you are willing to fully accept and cover the costs of a loss if anything goes wrong.
What percent should you expect to pay a general contractor?
Ten percent is an average amount that you can pay a general contractor. You shouldn't pay more than this as many people are willing to work for this percentage or less.
How much should I pay to remodel my living room?
It really depends on the look you are going for and how much you are willing to spend. It also depends on how big of remodel job you want. You should contact a contractor and/or interior decorator to get some estimates.
Can you ask for a breakdown of labor and materials on a contractor's bid for a house remodel?
Any honest contractor should already have it itemized. It shouldn't just be a lump amount. It shouldn't be two amounts, one for material and one for labor. All the material should be listed. There may be some general amounts such as nails or wire, but the list should be fairly complete and specific.
What do I need to know before I hire a contractor for a home remodeling project?
I am about to sign a contract to remodel my kitchen. What should I know before I sign it? They are redoing my floors and counters.
What are some questions to ask when hiring a general contractor?
The main question that a person should ask when hiring a general contractor is if they have a license. Another great question is asking for references or a portfolio.
What are the services of a General contractor?
General contractor means just that. Anything general can be handled by them, and anything specialized, they usually have other contractors they work with that can handle the job if they can't themselves. Contact one where you're located and they should be able to help.
What type of contractor is certified to do HVAC installation.?
When you are building any new home you should already have a general contractor. He will be more than capable to do the HVAC installation.
What kinds of licenses and training should I expect my remodeling professionals to have?
First of all, make sure your contractor is licensed, bonded and insured before signing on the dotted line. The general contractor usually hires all the subcontractors which are your plumbers, electricians and carpenters and you will want to get in writing, from him, that all of them are properly licensed/trained for the jobs they are doing.
You are hiring a carpenter for a house remodel Do you need to get workmans comp insurance?
You should hire a licensed contractor. He should already have liability insurance and workmen's comp for his employees. If you do not hire a properly licensed contractor, all the liability for anything tha might go wrong falls on you. If your insurance company discovers that you hired an unlicensed contractor, they could, and probably will, deny payment on any claims you may file. Tread cautiously!
Where can I find an inexpensive contractor to remodel my basement?
You should go to http://www.handycanadian.com/homeowner_categories_interiors_basement.asp . I think that they are offering basement remodeling at a reasonable price according to me. Well, Never had a remodeling but don't know.... Just good luck on searching for it.
Does a handyman need a license to give an estimate?
In Louisiana on new Homes 50,000 dollars without licences remodel 3,000 dollars without licences, handyman work should fall under this dollar amount but it is always good to get a licenced contractor if not you are considered the contractor and if anything happens you can get sued just like a contractor that's why it is a law that contractors have workers comp. insurance. Hope this helped
