As spring will come in may, many homeowners can take advantage of the embellishment of their House during the "National Home Remodeling month." Before you take a hammer to an obsolete kitchen or ripping off the last piece of siding that has been damaged by a furious wind storm, homeowners must do their homework first to bask in the glow of a successful renovation project.
There are thousands of entrepreneurs who claim to be certified and experienced, but can't figure out how budget a project or provide owners, workmanship and quality materials. Jay Cipriani, owner of Cipriani remodeling Solutions, advises owners to be aware of something that may seem to be a good thing. "Most of these people have no idea how to run a retouching of the undertaking or to leave the homeowner with a good experience," said Jay Cipriani. Cipriani is one of the largest companies of renovation House of southern New Jersey.
"They (contractors) do not know the things that must legally be in a home improvement contract to protect the owner of a House." This means that if there is a problem during or after work, homeowners are left with few resources, "added Cipriani.
According to Cipriani, homeowners should do plenty of research before hiring someone for a remodeling project and should not just choose a name in the telephone directory. It offers the following questions that a homeowner should ask when deciding on a contractor:
The contractor has a permanent settlement and a good reputation among local banks, suppliers and officials of the building? Request the contractor to provide the names and contact information for these people and then do a reference check.
Belongs to the contractor in good standing of a professional association?
How long has it been in business? The contractor a licence or registration, if necessary in your area?
Check references. It is important that you speak with people who have hired the renovator to do work similar to yours and ask if they would hire the contractor again.
Have you seen the work of the contractor completed and underway? Check the quality of manufacture and materials.
Did you call the local Better Business Bureau or Consumer Affairs Office? They can alert you to all complaints pending.
Was the contractor evidence of accidents and general liability insurance? If not, you can be held responsible for any construction accident on your premises or damage to your property.
Reader Award selection. If you like a contractor and are uncomfortable with his work, but he arrived with an offer that exceeds your price, ask what can be reduced to meet your budget.
Are you able to communicate easily with the contractor? Misunderstandings during a project may lead to delays and cost overruns.
Do you feel comfortable with the contractor? Remember, you will be in close contact with him and share your home with his crew, until the project is completed.
The contractor will provide a complete contract and well written as required by law?
Ask what type of warranty is offered. Most remodelers offer some sort of guarantee in writing.
Cipriani Remodeling solutions: Solutions of remodeling Cipriani is a professional full service remodeling specializes in the construction of unique additions, kitchens and baths. For more than 30 years, the company has been homeowners in southern New Jersey, North of Delaware and Southeastern Pennsylvania. Jay Cipriani was named "Business person of the year" by the Gloucester County Chamber of Commerce. For more information call 856-853-8398 or visithttp://www.CiprianiRemodelingSolutions.com.