An Official Publication of the 2010-2011

Greater Houston Builders Association Remodelors Council

Houston Remodeling Guide 2010

An Official Publication of the Greater Houston Builders Association Remodelors^TM Council

Checklist for hiring a builder or remodeler

Do your homework before having work done on your home

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

Does the builder or remodeler have a permanent business location and a good reputation with local banks and suppliers?

How long have they been in the building business? It usually takes three to five years to establish a financially sound business. Will they be around after the construction is complete to service any warranties?

q Have you called your local Better Business Bureau? They can alert you to any complaints.

q Does the builder/remodeler have sufficient workers compensation and general liability insurance? If not, you may be liable for any construction-related accidents on your premises.

q Will the builder/remodeler provide you with names of previous customers? Ask them if they would hire the builder/remodeler again.

q Have you seen the builder/remodelers work, both completed and in progress? Check for quality of workmanship and materials.

q Are you able to 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.

q Will the builder/remodeler provide you with a complete and clearly written contract? The contract will benefit both of you. Review it carefully.

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.

Call your local home builders’ association for the names of member builders and remodelers. Find contact information at www.ghba.org. l

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An Official Publication of the 2010-2011

Greater Houston Builders Association Remodelors Council

On the Cover

Master bath renovation by

Rob Hellyer, CGR, CMB, CAPS

of Premier Remodeling

& Construction

Design by Ed Bullock, AIA,

CEB Architecture

Tile by Daltile

Vanity cabinet, countertop, lighting & bath accessories by Restoration Hardware.

Plumbing fixtures: Westheimer Plumbing

Tub—Jason Hydrotherapy

Tub & shower fixture, Victoria & Albert Sink faucet by Hansgrohe.

The Cabinet Zavala.

Photography by Michael Hart

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