Hiring a Contractor
Hiring a contractor is no easy job. You need to make sure who you're signing up with knows your needs and is willing to get the job done in a professional manner. Being informed and understanding the contracting process is key to finding the right contractor and getting the desired outcome.
Points to Consider
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Professional contractors always work with a proper, written contract. |
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A contract spells out a clear project plan and what you and your contractor have agreed to. |
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It is the best way to protect yourself and ensure things go as planned. |
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It eliminates uncertainty and is a valuable part of what a professional contractor provides. |
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Visit our list of standard contracts that can help protect you and make your project a great experience. |
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Do not sign a contract unless you are satisfied that it includes all the necessary information that accurately and fully represents what you have agreed to. |
Check out more renovation resources on the CHBA National website.
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As a Canadian Home Builders’ Association member, you are not alone. When you join your local affiliate Home Builders’ Association, you automatically become a member of CHBA’s 9,000-member network in British Columbia and across Canada.