By Ernie
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December 5, 2012
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Uncategorized
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- Hire only licensed contractors for building a home or commercial building.
- Check contractor’s license status at www.dpor.virginia.gov or (804) 367-8511.
- Contact three references and review past contracting work.
- Get at least three written bids.
- Insist on a detailed written contract – and do not sign anything until you completely understand the terms.
- Limit your down payment to 30% of the total cost.
- Do not let payments get ahead of work.
- Do not pay 100% of the bill until the job is 100% complete and you are satisfied with the work.
- Do not pay cash. Keep records of payments.
- Keep a job file of all papers relating to your project.