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- Look
for the Contractor License - Is
the contractor licensed, and a registered contractor for
your state. Is the licensee actually managing the business
or are they just a qualifier for someone else without one
- Get
the name of contractors from - Friends and neighbors and associates who have had satisfactory
work done. Check the local yellow pages list of licensed
builders who do business in your community
- Insurance
Coverage - Does the contractor have appropriate
insurance coverage to protect your interest
- Get
References
- Ask the company to see previous sunroom photos and written
references from customers. Ask the contractor how long and
where they have been in business. Be sure the contractor
has a permanent business location and telephone number
- Get
Estimates
- Get estimates from different contractors to compare prices.
**Remember, the cost of materials and quality will affect
the bid. A low bid based on inferior materials may not be
any bargain, so consider more than the price alone.** Be
sure the estimate specifies the total price, the terms of
payment, the kind of materials to be used and the expected
time it will take to complete the job
- Permits
- The contractor will obtain all building or zoning permits. Beware of Contractors that ask you to pull the permit
- Get
A Contract - The written contract should include, the company name,
address, phone number and licensed number
of the contractor, and detailed job specification.
Read all documents carefully. Don't be afraid to ask questions
about anything you do not understand
- Ask
Questions About Service -Ask to see a copy
of the builder's warranty. Whom do you contact for customer
service after the sale?
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