{"id":1854,"date":"2021-06-07T17:57:32","date_gmt":"2021-06-07T17:57:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/?p=1854"},"modified":"2021-06-07T17:59:54","modified_gmt":"2021-06-07T17:59:54","slug":"how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/","title":{"rendered":"How to search for a good contractor in real estate: the dos and don&#8217;ts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>One of the most challenging tasks in the <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/propertypistol.com\/\"><em>real estate<\/em><\/a><em> business apart from the negotiations is hiring a trustworthy contractor that can help you turn properties into profit or a house into a paradise.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>In real estate, most people are careful when dealing with buyers, sellers, and <a href=\"https:\/\/propertypistol.com\/broker-service\">agents<\/a>, but their good judgment and logic seem to fade away when it comes to contractors. They think only of the profits to come and most often end up choosing the cheapest contractors. These stitched-up deals usually end with unforeseen costs, delays, and loss of work, which slowly eats away at your chance of making a profit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, we have listed a few tips to keep in mind while choosing a contractor and some red flags at the end to look out for if you don\u2019t want to get scammed. Now let\u2019s get cracking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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title=\"Familiarize yourself with the local laws\">Familiarize yourself with the local laws<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/#Reach_out_to_recent_clients\" title=\"Reach out to recent clients\">Reach out to recent clients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/#Know_your_contractor\" title=\"Know your contractor\">Know your contractor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/#Communication\" title=\"Communication\">Communication<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/#Team_player\" title=\"Team player\">Team player<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/#Hire_specialists\" title=\"Hire specialists\">Hire specialists<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/#The_materials\" title=\"The materials\">The materials<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/#Payment_schedules\" title=\"Payment schedules\">Payment schedules<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/#Make_sure_the_contractor_follows_your_timeline\" title=\"Make sure the contractor follows your timeline\">Make sure the contractor follows your timeline<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/#Negotiation\" title=\"Negotiation\">Negotiation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/#Get_it_all_in_writing\" title=\"Get it all in writing\">Get it all in writing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/#Your_expectations\" title=\"Your expectations\">Your expectations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.propertypistol.com\/blog\/how-to-search-for-a-good-contractor-in-real-estate-the-dos-and-donts\/#The_red_flags\" title=\"The red flags\">The red flags<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Invite_bids\"><\/span><strong>Invite bids<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>When looking for contractors, the best way to get a good deal and perspective is by inviting bids. A minimum of three or four bids should be enough to give you a good understanding of the market. Never settle for the first contractor you come across; always compare and ask questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are in the business of flipping houses or take on multiple properties throughout the year, contractors will consider you a repeat customer. You will have the upper hand in negotiations, and they will try to win the bid with more appealing offers in hopes of getting more work from you in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Familiarize_yourself_with_the_local_laws\"><\/span><strong>Familiarize yourself with the local laws<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Every state has its own laws and procedures regarding construction and permits; it\u2019s best to get familiarised with them. So that you won\u2019t be caught off guard if any problems arise down the line concerning the contractor or government officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensure the contractor you plan to work with has a valid contractor license and is insured in case of accidents on-site; check their physical offices and verify their claims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reach_out_to_recent_clients\"><\/span><strong>Reach out to recent clients<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The contractor will show you photos and reviews of previous work, but these days those are pretty easy to fake. So get the contact info of the previous clients, call them, or visit them, ask them about the additional costs, the personality of the contractor, and the quality of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_your_contractor\"><\/span><strong>Know your contractor<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Some contractors are hands-on; they work alongside others and spend most of their time on-site. They will be able to answer most of your questions on the spot and give you an accurate update on the progress. Others are managers; they visit the site once a day with a checklist to make sure everything is going according to plan, but they never get directly involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, some growing contractors try to juggle multiple crews on different sites throughout the day in hopes of expanding their business and getting more work done. These people will always be busy; communication will be sloppy, and they will rarely have time for you if something goes wrong. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Communication\"><\/span><strong>Communication<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a crucial point to keep in mind; you don\u2019t want to be dealing with someone who never takes your call or always makes up excuses to cut the conversions short. The ideal contractor will update you every step of the way and always respond to your inquiries with a smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Team_player\"><\/span><strong>Team player<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes when renovating a newly acquired property, in addition to the general contractor, you may have to bring in a specialist for pool tiles, wood carvings, or restoration. Some contractors do not like others interfering even if it\u2019s not in their work area, so only bring in a contractor who is okay with you hiring outside help.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hire_specialists\"><\/span><strong>Hire specialists<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>A general contractor provides all the materials and hires subcontractors\/specialists for the work. If you are willing to be on-site all day long to supervise and provide the material, then hiring a handful of specialists instead of a general contractor will save you money and maybe time. This is recommended for small projects like maintenance on the house or remodeling with no strict deadlines.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_materials\"><\/span><strong>The materials<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This depends on your preference; some like to pick and provide the materials for the contractors to work with(labor only contract). Others like to sit back and want the contractors to handle everything from beginning to end. Never pay upfront for materials when dealing with contractors, buy them yourselves or pay in installments as the work goes on.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Payment_schedules\"><\/span><strong>Payment schedules<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Ignoring this is the best way to be conned by contractors; following a predetermined payment schedule agreed upon by both parties saves you and the contractor from payment-related headaches during work. You want to give them 10% to 20% to solidify a bid, then divide the rest of the payment into three phases depending on the progress; never pay upfront no matter what they say.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_sure_the_contractor_follows_your_timeline\"><\/span><strong>Make sure the contractor follows your timeline<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Timing is everything in real estate, so if a contractor takes longer than previously agreed, it may hurt your profits. Having said that, this is construction, so there may be a few hiccups here and there, but unless they have a good reason for falling behind schedule, don\u2019t let up too much.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Negotiation\"><\/span><strong>Negotiation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Negotiating with contractors is a balancing act between time, price, and quality. The cheapest contractor will save you money, but they will use cheap materials to do so. Those that promise speed may compromise on installation quality, so you will have to find the middle ground appropriate to your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, whenever contractors discuss price, they take the time, materials, and installation into consideration, so ask them where they are making compromises. Choosing the middle bid is the best choice, don\u2019t forget to ask them about the details concerning materials and installation workers\/specialists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_it_all_in_writing\"><\/span><strong>Get it all in writing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The number one rule of doing any deals, no matter the industry, is getting the terms in writing. A detailed contract outlining the payment schedule, additional costs, and everything agreed upon will go a long way in protecting you and the contractor in case trouble comes knocking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_expectations\"><\/span><strong>Your expectations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people who hire real estate contractors under a budget usually expect too much from them for the price. Understand that contractors have their own problems to deal with, and most of the money earned goes to paying the workers, and of course, taxes, so don\u2019t expect them to do miracles with a medium budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_red_flags\"><\/span><strong>The red flags<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>No websites or social media presence<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this day and age, almost every business, no matter the industry, has an online presence, so hire contractors who at least have an Instagram account that showcases their work unless they are a new startup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A<strong>sking for too much money upfront<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Asking for a significant amount of money upfront is very suspicious, best to look for an alternative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Not letting you contact previous clients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is pretty straightforward, ask for info on the past three clients; their refusal would mean that the clients weren\u2019t happy with the work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sudden discounts after mentioning completing bids<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you mention the competition, contractors try to become more appealing and lower their price, but a sudden 10% discount is out of the norm; they must be cutting corners somewhere, maybe the permits or materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Beware of hustlers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the sales peoples; they talk and talk till you agree but never deliver on the promises. They may also start complaining when you show them the actual property so that they can justify the delays down the line.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cash only<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some companies offer a cash payment option to save on taxes, but these companies will also have VISA and other payment options. You need to look out for contractors that only accept cash unless it\u2019s some you know personally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Congrats on reaching the end; we hope the information you have read here will help you in your future endeavors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:12px\"><em>D<\/em><strong><em>isclaimer:&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><em>The views expressed above are for informational purposes only based on industry reports and related news stories. PropertyPistol does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information and shall not be held responsible for any action taken based on the published information<\/em>.\n\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most challenging tasks in the real estate business apart from the negotiations is hiring a trustworthy contractor that can help you turn properties into profit or a house into a paradise.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1889,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_eb_attr":"","_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[25],"tags":[90],"class_list":["post-1854","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-home-decor","tag-tips","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How to search for a good contractor in real estate - PropertyPistol Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Tips for finding good contractors In real estate sector. 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