- 1.Take your time
Take your time to look for an entrepreneur. Visit their website, ask for examples of their recent work or have their clients evaluate the outcome of the service offered; Word-of-mouth often works very well. If you work with an architect, he can certainly advise you. Members of the Confederation Construction are listed on the website
2. Control the Reliability of Your Contractor
You can control a number of things yourself. Check if your contractor has not incurred social or tax debts . Also check if he has the appropriate professional knowledge. You can do this via Northern Michigan Construction company. See how long the company has existed and what works it has done. A good contractor is supported, technically, by the Scientific and Technical Center of Construction (CSTC).
3. Ask for a
quotation A good professional will always provide you with a detailed and technically substantiated offer. By comparing several offers, you will be able to choose knowingly. Offers are free. Take your time to review the offer and avoid hasty decisions at all costs.
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Prefer quality considerations other than price. Offers that seem too good to be true ... are usually not true! Do not base your decision solely on the time period proposed by the contractor for the execution of the work. Fast service is not a guarantee of quality.
5. Avoid paying
downpayments It is very common to pay down payments for construction projects. The contractor must also often purchase materials in advance. It is therefore quite normal to pay a deposit of 20 to 30% at the beginning of the work. However, avoid paying excessive down payments . For large projects, it is better to pay as work progresses.
6. Avoid paying cash
If you pay in cash, be sure to obtain proof of payment. However, avoid paying large sums. Paying cash for black jobs is illegal. Know that in this case you are taking a big risk. For example, you will not have any recourse in the event of damages or rights in case of litigation.
7. Ask for an invoice
If you do work without asking for an invoice, the work will be considered as black work. An invoice is also required to obtain certain premiums or tax reductions. In addition, an invoice gives you an overview of the work carried out.
8. Find out about the Breyne law
For a new construction project or a major renovation, this law protects you as the developer against the illegal clauses inserted in the contract and against the risk of insolvency of your contractor. Construction Confederation offers a standard contract to defend consumer rights.
9. Be critical of labels
There are different quality labels in the construction sector. Unfortunately, their quality is also very divergent.
Prosecution should be avoided at all costs. A contractor may correct a possible error, which often happens in practice.
