LONE STAR PATIO OFFERS SOME

HELPFUL ADVICE ON HIRING A

HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTOR

Lone Star Patio presents the following information as a courtesy to our current and potential customers. This information is comprised from advice from the Better Business Bureau and from experienced construction professionals. Our number one goal is customer satisfaction. This information is to better assist you and help to make your experience with your project go as smooth as possible. Good luck.  We look forward to working with you.

A) Before even beginning to select the contractor for your project, it is recommended that you carefully plan out exactly what your needs are & what you want the completed job to look like.

B) When searching for contractors, ask friends, relatives and business associates for recommendations. Seek out more than one or two bids.

C) Once you obtain a few bids, compare costs, but keep in mind that the lowest price is not always the best deal.  Discuss each bid in detail in determining the quality of the work that  will be performed. In addition, ask for local references & if possible go look at completed work.

C) Contact the Better Business Bureau to learn how long a contractor has been in business. Also, ask the contractor if he is insured and verify the coverage once you obtain the name of he carrier and agency.

D) The contract and price negotiations are the last steps you will need to do before work can begin on your project. We have prepared a list of what we consider to be the most important information regarding this process. This is only advice, but we believe it is worthwhile to read over to help you protect yourself.

CONTRACT:

1. All agreements & oral promises should be put in writing.
2. Make sure the following is in the contract:
         A description of the work to be done.  

          The total cost of the project .

         Any Warranties and/or guarantees of workmanship.

          A right to cancel clause (Three business days is the legal law in the state of Texas).

          The contractors full name, address, telephone number.

3. Be wary of vaguely worded provisions and do not be pressured into signing a contract.   Never sign a partial or blank contract.
4. Keep in mind, once a contract is signed, generally it cannot be changed or broken unless both parties agree.
5. Keep a copy of the signed contract.

PAYMENT:

1. Make every attempt to pay a minimal or no down payment for supplies or services.
2. If a down payment is required it should not exceed 10% of the total cost of the project.
3. Be suspicious if you are asked to pay for the entire job in advance.
4. Payments should be made progressively as your project is completed, which should be stated clearly in your contract.
5. Avoid paying cash whenever possible.
6. Hold at least 10% of the total until you are satisfied that everything has been completed.
7. If a payment plan has been worked out, make sure the arrangements are clearly stated in your contract.
 

We appreciate you taking the time to look this over and sincerely hope that it helps you in your endeavor. If, unfortunately, you should encounter any serious problems, it may be best to contact your lawyer for legal advice. Good luck and we hope through all your wise planning that you are happy with the finished project.

 

* PLEASE NOTE...

That Lone Star Patio does not require a down payment. 100%

of payment is due only upon SATISFACTORY completion of the job.

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