Tips for Working with Contractors

Working with contractors to repair your home should be easy. 

But it often isn’t. 

How does one find the best contractors for the job without breaking the bank? 

What is the best method of communication with the contractors so everything goes smoothly? 

How do you find contractors that you can trust? 

At Grand Cedar Properties, we’ve worked with a lot of contractors in Lansing — and we’ve learned a thing or two about optimizing the process. 

More specifically, here are some tips… 

1. Get referrals from friends or family 

If you know someone who’s recently had work done on their home, they may be able to recommend a good contractor. 

You can also check online review sites like Angie’s List or Yelp. 

2. Ask for estimates 

After identifying a few potential contractors, reach out and ask for written estimates. 

Be sure to be clear about what work needs to be done and the materials that will be needed. 

3. Check their references 

Before hiring a contractor, take the time to check their references. 

Ask previous clients if they were satisfied with the work that was done and if they would recommend the contractor. 

4. Get everything in writing 

Once you’ve chosen a contractor, be sure to get everything in writing. 

This includes a detailed description of the work to be done, the materials that will be used, and the price. 

5. Stay involved 

Even after hiring a contractor, it’s important to stay involved in the process. 

Check in regularly to make sure the work is being done to the agreed-upon standards. 

If you have any questions or concerns, be sure to raise them with the contractor right away. 

Following those tips will help things run more smoothly when you hire a contractor. 

Or if you want to skip the headaches and sell your house easily for a fair cash price, give us a call at 517-797-0129 — we can make you a fair cash offer within 48 hours and close in as little as two weeks! Plus… we’ll buy the house as-is. 

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