5 Important Questions Owners Should Ask Before They Start a Renovation Project

Home renovations can be a significant financial commitment. You can better prepare for the process if you know what to expect before the project begins. You can make or break your project by hiring the right contractor. It's crucial to hire the best contractor for a home remodeling or renovation in NYC.

Before hiring a contractor to work on your property or business, every homeowner or business owner should ask a few simple questions to ensure whether he is the right person for this job:

1. Are you Insured?

Insurance and license requirements differ from place to place, so be sure you know what they are in New York. Accidents can occur anytime, and you don't want to discover that you're not insured too late. Your contractor must have adequate insurance to cover the costs of any accidents that occur while they're working on your property. Walk away if a potential contractor is uninsured. You'll be held responsible for their safety, which is a situation you don't want to be in. At Minnow Contractors we are fully insured and hold all applicable licenses needed for your project.

2. Are you able to stick to my timeline?

It is crucial to know whether or not your potential contractor is working on any other projects while working with your renovation or new construction in order to avoid being frustrated by unexpected delays, vacations or off days when you anticipate them to show up. By the minute communication between the builder and the client is the key to meet deadlines.

3. Are you going to use subcontractors for this project?

To some extent, some contractors utilize trade contractors. Therefore, it's critical to know how this may affect your project. Make sure you understand who will be working on your house and when and whether or not the contractor will be there to monitor the job. Make sure you have the contact information for subcontractors working on your new project, that if you're okay with subcontractors working on your home. This way, you'll always be able to get in touch with them.

4. What is your experience, and how long have you been doing this type of work?

Everyone needs a break, but you don't want your house to function as a boot camp for inexperienced contractors. It's a simple question, but don't be afraid to inquire about your contractor's experience and how long they've been in business. Inquire about their experience with the exact renovations you intend to make to your house or business.

5.What is the estimated date of completion?

While unforeseen issues can arise, especially on more complicated remodeling projects, a competent contractor should be able to provide you with a somewhat realistic estimated completion date. Request a schedule that includes not just the project completion date but also a list of key milestones. This schedule will give you measurable objectives to keep your project on pace. However, keep in mind that improvements sometimes take longer than anticipated.

Don't hesitate to contact us at info@minnowcontractors.com to answer all your questions about your new renovation.