Are you planning to have a house built? Or are you planning to have your home renovated?

One thing’s for sure: you can’t do that big job all by yourself. You’re going to need to hire a contractor to do all the work.

Of course, as any homeowner knows, the hardest part of any home construction or renovation project isn’t the actual work itself – it’s finding the best construction company in University Place,  WA.

There are plenty out there, but not all of them are competent, and not all of them consider the client’s needs. Some are just there to collect your money while giving you subpar work.

So how do you go about finding one that is guaranteed to do the work well?

Here are a few things you should consider.

1. Know specifically what you need.

Why is this step important? Well, if you want the contractors you talk to give you a specific quote or price, you need to be specific with what you’re looking for. Let’s say you’re looking to have a single-story house done. That’s going to cost less than if you want a two or three story house built or even a commercial space.

Plus, some contractors do only residential projects, or only commercial projects. If your project is one or the other, at least you know to talk only to those who cater to what you need, right?

2. Look for referrals.

You’re probably not the only one you know who is looking for someone who does construction. Washington is a pretty big place, after all. And not only that, you probably know someone who recently had work done in their house or in their commercial space. Why not talk to that person or those people? 

If they’re happy with their contractor, they will more than likely refer you to their offices or give a contact number immediately. If not, at least you know which contractor to avoid as you continue searching for the one that you will eventually hire.

3. Search online and other sources.

Usually, referrals are the ones that give you good results, but you can also do your own research. Google is your best friend in this case. Simply search for contractors in University Place, WA, and check out the results. Check out the ones that are near your area. Maybe you can visit them personally. 

You can also check out which contractors have good reviews on Google Reviews. Again, you’ll know which ones to avoid and which ones to consider.

4. Inquire with the comapnies that caught your eye.

Now that you have a list of who to talk to, the next thing to do is to start. As mentioned above, try to visit what you can. For those that are slightly too far, call or email them. You can ask them things like the following:

  • Do they do projects like the one you need?
  • Who have they worked with in the past?
  • Do they work with subcontractors or is everybody on the team employed in their company?
  • How many other projects do they have ongoing?

Aside from the practical questions, how they answer will tell you if you would want to work with them, or if there will be problems if ever you hire them for your project.

5. Ask for quotes.

Now, a contractor might be one of nicest and most accommodating person in the world, but remember, they’re still running a business. Based on what you need from them, they’ll give you a quote. 

If it’s out of your price range, you can either decide to increase your budget, or move on to the next contractor. You can also try to haggle or ask for more agreeable payment terms. Again, how the contractor responds to your inquiry is an indicator whether or not you will like working with them.

At the same time, though, if a contractor gives you a price that seems too good to be true – as in, a super low price – move on to the next one. Why? Well, the contractor might desperate for work, cutting corners in their work, or even both. 

That’s not a good sign of the quality of work you’re going to get.

6. Look at their past works.

How they work and what it looks like would give you an idea if you like how they go about things. Remember, homes have different styles. You have personal preferences. If they can show you works that align with what you like, then you might want to work with them more.

7. Check if they’re licensed to work in your area.

Is the contractor you’re speaking with licensed? Being licensed is important, because it means that contractor has met the standard qualifications of Washington. Ask for the copy of their license and copies of the licenses of the subcontractors they’re going to get, if any.

Having a license also means the contractor is credible and knowledgeable in the aspects of any construction project. They know building codes, prcoesseses, and more. And if you’re thinking of selling your house in the future, you should know that work done by unlicensed contractors will not be recognized in real estate transactions.

Check as well if the contractor has insurance. If they don’t and a worker gets hurt while on your project, you will end up liable. It’s best if the contractor’s liability will cover that. Look for proof they’re insured.

8. Narrow down your list to just five.

Why five? No special reason, actually. You can even narrow it down to three. The point is so that there is more focus as you compare your options. If you try to look at too many, you might end up confusing yourself, and unable to decide. You would want to start the project sooner than later, right? 

At the same time though, take your time before deciding. You don’t want to choose impulsively. It is a major project, and one with results you will have to live with for the rest of your life.

Chambers Bay Construction: the best contractor in University Place, WA

When it comes to contractors, the best one is the one that treats you great, gives you value for your money, and has a great portfolio of their past works. 

And if you want a company for construction, WA, that hits all those points, look no further than Chambers Bay Construction. Not only do we do residential construction, but we also even cover commercial construction, depending on the size and scope of the project. With over 15 years of experience, we are well-equipped to handle any construction project you need or have in mind.

Read through our testimonials and see what our clients have to say. They’re happy, satisfied with the outputs, and really felt that we were putting them and their needs first. 

You’ll experience the same thing when you work with us. And after that first experience, you won’t hesitate to keep working with us again and again.

Ready to make your dream construction project a reality? Then what are you waiting? Contact us today.

We’ll be waiting!