Checklist for Finding and Hiring a Builder or Remodeler – NAHB

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Checklist for Finding and Hiring a Builder or Remodeler

Use this checklist to help you select a home builder or home remodeler to work on or build your home.

  • Contact your local home builders’ association for the names of member builders and remodelers. You can also ask family, friends or coworkers for recommendations.
  • Make sure the builder or home remodeler has a permanent business location and a good reputation with local banks and suppliers.
  • Find out how long they have been in the building business. It usually takes three to five years to establish a financially sound business. You want to make sure they will be around after the construction is complete to service any warranties.
  • Check out the company’s rating and if there have been any complaints filed with your local Better Business Bureau: bbb.org.
  • Make sure the builder/remodeler has sufficient workers compensation and general liability insurance. If not, you may be liable for any construction-related accidents on your premises.
  • Ask the builder/remodeler to provide you with names of previous customers. If they won’t, beware. If they do, ask the customers if they would hire the builder/remodeler again.
  • Ask if you can see the builder/remodelers work, both completed and in progress. Check for quality of workmanship and materials.
  • Do you feel you can easily communicate with the builder/remodeler? Remember you will be in close contact with them throughout the construction process and afterward as you live in your new home.
  • Make sure the builder/remodeler provides you with a complete and clearly written contract. The contract will benefit both of you. If you are having a new home built, get and review a copy of the home warranty and homeowner manual as well.
  • Be cautious of unusually low-priced bids. If the builder/remodeler is unable to pay for the materials and labor as the project proceeds, this may indicate a potential problem. Keep in mind that less expensive does not necessarily mean better!
  • Verify that your remodeler is an EPA Lead-Safe Certified Renovator if you are planning work in a pre-1978 home that will disturb more than six square feet of painted surfaces inside the home or 20 square feet on the exterior of the home. Learn more about the EPA’s lead paint rule.

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Jamie Eagerton
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Rebuilders are perfectionist and do superior work. Their builders are talented, super nice and make sure everything is cleaned up each day before leaving
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Greg S
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I have used ReBuilders several times over the years because they are a good, solid company. Chad takes the time to understand what you want and provides a thorough estimate at a reasonable price. The crews are punctual, and polite. They do a great job prepping and cleaning up. Will be using them again.
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Patricia Schaffer
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We have owned home since 1969, ReBuilders has remodeled, updated numerous times, including kitchen, deck, porch and downstairs flooring,. All done exceptionally well.
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Steve Jackson
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Rebuilders re modeled my master bedroom and kitchen. I would never go anywhere else.
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Rick Catlett
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All phases of the renovation went smooth and all employees and subs were thorough with their work. Our property was treated with care and the project was completed ahead of schedule. Highly recommend. We will call on ReBuilders again for future projects.
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Chuck Stietzel
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We just completed a major home renovation, including the kitchen, three bathrooms, and a complete electrical upgrade, and we’re very happy with the results. Like many large renovation projects, there were a few unexpected challenges along the way, including some significant preexisting structural issues and difficulties with the cabinet installation. What stood out to us was that Re-Builders stayed committed to addressing issues and making sure things were done right. We truly appreciated the skill and hard work from the Re-Builders team. The kitchen and bathrooms turned out beautifully, and we’re excited to enjoy our renovated home for years to come. Thank you to everyone at Re-Builders for helping bring our vision to life.
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Stewart Swain
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Chad and his Company did a major renovation for us on our ocean front home. Their work is excellent and they delivered what they promised and were very timely. I highly recommend them.
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Peter Delich
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Rebuilders did a great job making our bathroom look brand new.
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