Renovating the kitchen isn’t a do it yourself job. If you are thinking about a new kitchen you need to be thinking about hiring a kitchen remodel company. Hiring any contractor can be scary. Kitchens have all major components (electrical, plumbing, and heating/cooling), so you need an experienced contractor. Here’s some tips to help you hire the right kitchen remodel company.
Shop Around
You know you are going to shop all over town and the internet for your next kitchen appliances. You should put the same effort into selecting the contractor that is going to do your kitchen remodel. Start by asking friends, family and coworkers for a referral. If they give you a horror story, make a note of the contractor’s name and the name of the business. Business names may change, but the general contractor’s license will always be in the same name. This is one way to steer clear of any rotten tomatoes.
Get several estimates and make sure that all estimates include the same items. You want to compare apples to apples in your kitchen remodel quotes.
Don’t forget that the estimating process is a good way to determine the personality of the contractor and the company. If you think the estimate is a hassle, the kitchen remodel will probably be a hassle too. If you enjoy working with the contractor during the estimate phase, you’ll like working with them during construction.
Check it Out
On-line reviews are great. But take on-line reviews with a grain of salt. A business can’t influence a Yelp! review. The reviews on Porch are submitted by the contractor. So, not all reviews are the same.
Check the company out with the Better Business Bureau. Then check the status of their California license. You can search the California database by name of the license holder, business name or license number. Ask for a certificate of insurance. If the contractor allowed their insurance to expire, they won’t be willing to provide you with a certificate of insurance.
Don’t Be Penny-Wise and Pound Foolish
In your zeal to save money, don’t make some serious mistakes. The first mistake is paying cash. Beware of contractors that ask for payment in cash. That’s a tactic of shady operators – take the cash and run.
Don’t apply for your own permits. Your kitchen remodel company should be familiar with the building department in your town. They know what is required to get a permit. If the contractor asks you to pull the permit, they are avoiding the building department and you should wonder why.
The low ball deal may not be the best deal. A low ball price may end up costing you more in over-runs. Get the price in writing and get a clear and complete description of what the price includes.
Inspired Remodels – The Kitchen Remodel Company that Gets it Right
No matter how many companies you interview, make sure you talk to Inspired Remodels. From the initial design to the final clean-up, Inspired Remodels is the Orange Country kitchen remodel company you can trust to get it right. Check Inspired Remodels out on Yelp, the Better Business Bureau, and with the State of California. You will find a professional, experienced kitchen remodel company.
From a minor update to a major innovation, Inspired Remodels will assign one project manager to be your point of contact. Your house will be treated like a home; not a job site. For professional work by a company with integrity, pick Inspired Remodels.
Call (949) 716-1938 to schedule your consultation.
