Train: Finding Good Contractors

This is the #1 challenge when any type of property maintenance is needed! One of the ways to find a list, other than Google, is to contact local municipal utilities for their list of preferred providers.

Another option is to check with your own property insurance company. They often have a list of contractors that their claims department certifies and guarantees their work.

Finally, you can check on FB for recommendations from local friends and family who can give first-hand feedback on a particular contractor’s work and ethics. Even with all of these assurances, you’ll still need to get at least 3 estimates for large jobs. Also, be sure to have them sign an Independent Contractor Agreement and fill out a W-9 BEFORE they begin anything on the premises. We use DocHub.com for e-signatures and you can either email or text the link for them to sign. We recommend texting because contractors often don’t check email.