If the contractor is hesitant to allow this, take that as a clue. If you do visit a job, simply be observant. Further, he notes, prospective customers should ask the owner if the job is progressing smoothly, does the contractor returns calls promptly, do workers show up on time, whether sub-contractors outnumber employees, and how often extra charges are incurred. A range of questions asked conversationally, together with keen observation, will reveal much about how this contractor conducts business. But don t stop with one site visit or previous customer interview, he adds.
Any contractor can produce one smooth job.
It s important to do your homework and talk to multiple referrals. Don t be shy, Benkowski insists. If you are truly concerned about your project and your investment, you must make inquiries. Check how that production is accomplished before signing a contract.