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How to hire a hardwood floor contractor
Get referrals from trusted friends and family members.
If possible, look at the work that was done by the suggested contractor and make sure that you would be happy with it. Ask about the contractor's demeanor, reliability, work ethic and responsiveness to the needs of the client.
Select 2 or 3 hardwood floor contractors from the recommendations that you think would be a good match for your job. You will then continue the hiring process by comparing these 3 contractors based on some specific requirements.