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Hiring a Contractor

    It is extremely important ot compare costs before making a financial commitment toward any home improvement project.  You should solicit at least two or three bids from prospective contractors-bids based upon the same building specification, material, labor, and time needed to complete the project.

Discuss bids in detail with each contractor, making certain you understood the reasons for any variations in the prices.  Do not automatically choose the lowest price.  One contractor's bid might me higher because the materials to be used are of a better quality or because the work will be especially thorough and, therefore, require more time and labor.  

Ask the painter for local references and find out if these customers were satisfied with the contractors work.  If possible, visit and inspect their completed projects.

Another important matter to consider before hiring a contractor deals with insurance.  Ask the contractor if the company is insured against claims covering worker's compensation, property damage, and personal liability in case of accidents.  Then call to verify the contractor's insurance coverage after obtaining the name of the carrier and agency.

Better Business Bureau SW Idaho