Ask a Professional - February 2008

Contractor takes off and the home is a mess!

     Is this something you worry about when you’re about to hire a contractor to work on your home? When you’re in search for a good contractor you have to do your homework. It’s not like buying a car and anything else. You need to make sure they have an active contractors license, liability insurance, workers comp., activity in the community and references for honesty and integrity. You’ll also need to plan your budget, exactly what you want done and how long you want people around your house.

     One of the biggest mistakes homeowners make is when after they get about 3 estimates they just look at the overall price of the bid. You have to look at the entire bid and ask yourself questions like: What does it include and what does it not include? Colors, textures, manufacturer of fixture etc. The more you know about your project, the smoother the job will go and closer within budget.

     This can get confusing. We make it simple by informing the homeowner of all of the options that are available on their project. We also keep our contracts transparent. What that means is that you know where your money is going. We never cheat on quality and quantity, but what we will give you is good value for your money. We’re fully licensed and insured. We service Tehachapi and all surrounding areas. Call us at: 661-823-7496 or visit our web site at: www.greenbergconstruction.com.