Selecting a Contractor
TrustedPros cannot endorse or guarantee the performance of any contractor. It is your responsibility to interview and select your contractor carefully by checking references, asking for proof of license(s), liability insurance, and in most cases, workers compensation coverage. To learn more about what to look for and how to prepare when hiring a contractor, see our Contractor Hiring Guide.
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Now is the time to renovate or remodel your home. The price of building materials and appliances is not going down so if you would like to add some more square footage, a newer bathroom or kitchen, or a dream backyard space you have been thinking about, now is the time to get the construction started.
Before you start your remodeling project, make sure you check with one of our project professionals. You do not want get hooked up with a bad builder or a contractor who is a con artist. You have heard the stories of unethical so called professionals but you don't have to worry about that at TrustedPros.com.
As a TrustedPros.com project owner you maintain full control of the screening process. You will have full access for each contractor or general contractor's profile. Important information such as work history, references, insurance information, experience, skills, references, and a portfolio of the professional's work are available to you to help you make your choice in who you want for your home improvement project.
Is Your Home Ready For Atlanta's Unpredictable Weather?
Atlanta is known for some pretty unpredictable weather at times. High winds, driving rain storms, and tornados are not uncommon in the Atlanta area each year. Your home is going to face a barrage of different weather hitting it from all sides. Is your home ready for the extreme storms? Your roofing is a very common place area to see the effects of weather. Make sure that your roof is inspected by a professional to ensure it is holding up to the elements effectively. You don't want to find out you have a leak over your office desk when the rains come, it would be much better to find that out when it is dry when you have a contractor inspecting you roof.
With humidity in Atlanta you have to have air conditioning. Is your air conditioner efficient? Have you had it inspected recently? Make sure you have your cooling system inspected annually. Not only will this keep your home cool, it will ensure your system is operating efficiently which will save you money.
If you elect to invest in improving your home's energy efficiency the city of Atlanta and the state of Georgia may be willing to help you with your project in the way of low interest loans or even grants. Your local utility company may also have a program involving grants and low interest loans to help you improve your home's ability to use energy more efficiently through better windows, doors, seals, or energy efficient air conditioning units,.
Whether you live in downtown Atlanta or in the outlying areas, make sure your home is inspected and updated inside and out. No matter how big or how small your home improvement project is or may become, TrustedPros.com is the best resource for all your home improvment needs.
