Updating your home can be a fun but stressful process. One thing you can do to help avoid common home maintenance mistakes is to make sure to do your research. When thinking of replacing your siding, it is important to properly vet your contractor. There are a few questions that will help you determine who is the right siding contractor for you.
What Kinds of Siding Installation Projects Can You Do?
Not all siding is the same. With that, you need to make sure you are vetting a contractor that will be able to complete your project. Generally, you will want to vet a company that has a track record for delivering projects on time and within budget. The size of the crew and type of material should be general knowledge for the company. It is important to know that the company you select has a team large enough to complete the project as well as experience installing the kind of siding you want for your home.
Are All Siding Installers Employees of the Company?
It is pretty common for a company to hire sub-contractors to complete a project. This is often a risk with quality and timing. The company you contract will control the flow of money and divvy out the work as needed. Sub-contractors do not always fall under the license or insurance of the main company. You will also have no way of knowing the quality of work that the sub-contract will deliver. Always ask if the work stays with the company, or if they will hire sub-contractors to complete your siding project.
What Payment Options Are Available?
It is important to know what type and when payment is due for your project. Many contractors require an upfront deposit with a balance due on delivery. You will want to know if you are dealing with a company that provides you a little time to pay the balance or will require full upfront payment for your siding project. It is best practice to only require a percentage deposit so the contractor can reserve time with their crew and purchase materials. It is rare for a contractor to require a full upfront payment.
What License and Insurance Does the Siding Contractor Carry?
There is a variety of insurance options available for a contractor. It is important to make sure that your contractor not only has a license to install siding within your state but that they are insured. There are unfortunate circumstances that can happen, and you will want to make sure you are covered should anything unforeseen happen.
What is the Installation Warranty?
A Warranty for a siding installation project can vary depending on company and material. It is important to find out what you will receive as a warranty from your installation contractor. If the company does not offer any type of guarantee, it may be best to look elsewhere.
When you are ready to begin vetting your installation contractor, reach out to Specialty Home Products. A knowledgeable team of experts is ready and waiting to help you through your siding installation project. With over 40 years in the business, the team offers a lot of insight into a variety of home improvement projects.