What should you think about before hiring a contractor?

1/4/2022 (Permalink)

After SERVPRO does the clean-up, it's on to the rebuild of your home.

Severe weather may bring on high winds and heavy rain – leading to a leaking roof from storms. All Riverside City property owners must know what to do should water damage form due to a recent storm. The sooner you enlist the help of trained SERVPRO technicians to handle water damage remediation, the easier the clean-up and repair will be!

Storm damage in Riverside can happen at any time, but SERVPRO is the team to call.  There are a few telltale signs to help determine whether you have water damage from a storm, including:

• Excessive dripping
• Stains on your interior walls or ceilings
• Damp or soft spots on your roof
• Materials that begin to sag
• Notable signs of structural collapse

Should you have ceiling leaks and roof damage, SERVPRO offers emergency board-up and tarping services to keep your interior from suffering excess loss. We will also handle all debris removal, water extraction and drying required during the restoration process.

     After SERVPRO does the clean-up, it's on to the rebuild of your home. It’s the contractor you pick that makes — or breaks — your remodeling project. Finding the right contractor for your job will determine the quality and timeliness of the work, and the amount of emotional and financial stress you’ll have to deal with. To make sure you’re getting the best work from a contractor, here are few guidelines.

• Check work history and references. Ask for a list of references to determine if the contractor is familiar with your type of project. A contractor should be able to give you names and phone numbers of at least three clients with projects like yours. Ask each client how long ago the project was and whether it was completed on time.
• Find out if the contractor is insured. Ask for copies of insurance certificates and make sure they’re current, or you could be held liable for any injuries and damages that occur during the project. The Federal Trade Commission recommends contractors have personal liability, worker’s compensation and property damage coverage.
• Prepare a written contract agreement with anyone you hire. It should specify the work to be done, techniques to be used, and the price breakdown for both labor and materials. An agreed-upon timeline is also a good idea.
• Never pay in full for all repairs in advance, and do not pay cash.
• Don’t be pressured into making an immediate decision with a long-term impact. Although you may be anxious to get things back to normal, avoid letting your emotions get the better of you. Make temporary repairs if needed. Storm/flood damage victims should never feel pressured to make a hasty decision or choose an unknown company. Always do your research!

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