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Frequently
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Janik
Contracting is
a Class A Virginia Contractor and member
of the Tidewater
Builders Association |
Researching a contractor that you are ultimately going to be
working with is a smart idea. Almost every weekend in your
local Homes section of your newspaper, there are tips on choosing
a contractor. These tips are very helpful and informative.
Below is a similar list to help you get the answers you need
to help you “Choose your builder wisely”.
1. First and most important, make sure your contractor
is operating their business legally.
Ask if they are a state
licensed contractor with the Department
of Professional and Occupational Regulations. Contractor’s
licenses are awarded in three categories.
Make sure your contractor
has the proper license for you job. Class A contractors can
initiate contracts of any value; Class B contractors up to
$120,000; Class C up to $7,500. This is based on
your total estimated job cost.
2. Who will be in charge of obtaining permits and inspections?
If a contractor can’t or won’t get building permits
in their own company’s name, BE CAREFUL. If you are asked
to get the permit in your name, you are also accepting responsibility
of all liabilities and inspections to your job.
3. Check to see if your contractor has Workman’s
Compensation and General
Liability insurance. Ask for proof
before you sign
a contract.
If your contractor does not have the proper insurance you may
be liable for any work related accidents during construction.
4. Is the contractor a member of any trade associations?
Members of trade associations are not a requirement, but it
does show their dedication to the building trade and responsibility
and awareness to local laws and codes.
5. Ask for references of previous jobs.
Most contractors are proud to show off there work. Ask to see
pictures and references of previous jobs. The best advertising,
(and most honest) is from satisfied customers. Talk to past
customers of the contractor.
6. Ask about product and craftsmanship warranties.
Manufactures warrantees can be provided from your builder.
These include such items as roofing and siding materials, windows,
doors, appliances, electrical fixtures and such. A craftsmanship
warrantee covers any defects or problems that may arise after
the job is complete. Usually a builder will cover this for
a period of 1 year.
7. Be prepared to talk to the contractor about everything you
are looking for in this project.
It is easier for everyone involved to understand your wants
and needs of the project. Show drawings, pictures from magazines,
pictures from a friend’s house or your own sketches to
convey to the contractor what you are expecting out of the
finished product.
8. And finally, how comfortable were you with the contractor?
Do you feel comfortable with their answers to your questions?
Do you feel the contractor understands your wants and needs?
Do you think this person understands the scope of work you
are asking for? And do you think this person is open to possible
changes during construction or able to help you make decisions
that are easier for them to understand than you.
Remember,
this is the person you are trusting to enter your home. This
process doesn’t have to be stressful.
A good contractor
can leave the completed job as a new friend, not an enemy.
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Proud member
of the Tidewater
Builders Associaton
of Virginia |
 Member
of the Better Business Bureau
of Virginia |
Janik Contracting,
T&M Builders, Inc., 2300 Wessington Drive, Virginia Beach,
Virginia 23454
Ph: (757) 434-5894 ~ Fax: (757) 430-3886 | Email:
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