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If you’re planning a new Antioch home construction or major remodeling project, you’re going to need a general contractor to help you get the job done. Hiring a Antioch general contractor is the first step in the physical building process once the plans and financing are in place. A general contractor is a specialized project manager who can take your plans and oversee all aspects of the project from preparation of a building site to the finishing touches on exterior landscaping. This can include obtaining the required building permits, the hiring of subcontractors, maintaining precise bookkeeping records and scheduling on time delivery of materials.
Many people don’t have a clue where to start when it comes time to find a qualified Antioch general contractor that they feel they can trust with their project. If they end up with a contractor they are unsure of, the entire project can make for a very stressful time and the homeowner worries constantly about the outcome. No matter if you are constructing a new home or working on a smaller interior remodeling project, you want to know that the Antioch general contractor you hire is the best person for the job.
Search for an Antioch general contractor the same way you would any other type of services provider, preferably through recommendations of family, friends, neighbors and co-workers. Check at your local home building center. They often have bulletin boards. You can also look on the internet for local general contractors. The phone directory might be another good option but you don’t necessarily need to choose the company with the biggest ad. While it’s true that such listings may represent a large established business, you may find that you’ll get more preferential treatment by working with someone with fewer clients.
Before you decide on any Antioch general contractor, make a call to your local Better Business Bureau to see if he or the company he represents has had any complaints filed against them. Try to get specifics and ask how any complaints were handled by the contractor. Many complaints are simply a matter of miscommunication or a minor problem that was readily taken care of by the contractor. It’s important to remember that even a reputable Antioch general contractor can get an occasional complaint but what’s important is how they handle them. On the other hand, a continuing list of complaints against a general contractor can mean there’s a serious problem with the contractor or his company.
Make certain that any Antioch general contractor you plan to hire carries the appropriate licensing and insurance. You can call or go online to check with the state licensing board to find out if a specific general contractor is listed. It’s also important that that they carry liability insurance and workers compensation to cover their employees.
