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Allow at least for one hour per interview and ask as many questions as you can.6. When you talk to the references ask if the contractor did a final walk thru and made sure they were happy. Deposits are a sore issue; contractors will want a deposit from you to show you are serious and about the job. Contractors with all these requirements will cost more. Like any type of project the “right” people make the difference for a successful conclusion.9. How long has the contractor been in business and how long has he been in business in your area. Relatives, friends or neighbors are a good starting point. Customer complaints are a fact of life. This is not bad and you may consider this in you decision making as he is trying to make a name for himself and may provide more attention to you and perhaps a better price to build up his business.3. Contractors who seek referrals make sure they are proud of their work and do a good job. For a smaller project probably three would suffice. Paying on a credit card can give and extra level of protection as the contractor will have to answer as merchant to the bank and you have one more ally if the project is not completed as promised.Finding the right contractor for your home improvement project. Is he licensed and insured.Starting any home improvement project can be a daunting and expensive task. In addition he must have workman’s compensation. If it is a new business he may have just opened a franchise since the franchise has checked and trained this person being a new business is not a negative. On the other hand contractors that are not reputable will take it and run.7. The important thing is how are they handled and what is the time frame to resolve them on average. Even if it is a small project or repair, care should be taken when selecting the “right” contractor or home improvement company. Finally the “FREE” estimate since it is free contact at least three or four contractors for estimates this will help you in making an educated decision. So what to do? If the job is small the deposit if any should be small or none meaning you pay in full when the job is done. Did he send a thank you note and has he followed up during the work as well as after the job was completed.Here are a few things you should look at:· Product choices (colors, materials) · Right to rescind (Each state may be different) · Scheduling (Start, finish and milestone dates) · Possible delays (weather, material shortage, etc) · Down payment and payment schedule · Manufacturer warranties · Labor warranty · Walk thru and final inspection · Local government and home owners approvalsAdditional sources you should consider:· Your local BBB or Better Business Bureau · Local government and state licensing · Trade associations · Third party niche sites on the Internet. Like any commerce transaction ask about the materials, are they top quality and do they have a manufacturers warranty? What kind of workmanship warranty is included if it is not a material defect but an installation defect? How long is this warranty and do you need to contact the contractor or the manufacturer in the case of defective materials?5. If you live under a homeowners association most likely he will be required to have it do work in your community.First impressions. Not all work requires a license and not all states require a person or business to carry one.All meetings personal or business rely on first impressions.Naturally the first advice is to seek someone who has been recommended by a.