Your relationship with your contractor will last for a year or more. Making the wrong choice can lead to endless stress, cost overruns, and compromised structural safety.
Check Past Projects in Person
Never rely solely on 3D renders or Instagram photos. Ask to visit a currently ongoing site and a completed project. Speak to the previous clients if possible.
Transparency in Quotations
A good contractor provides a detailed itemized quotation. If a contractor just gives you a single 'per square foot' rate without specifying the exact brand of cement, steel, or tiles they will use, walk away.
Red Flags to Avoid
- Asking for massive upfront payments (more than 10-15%).
- No formal written contract.
- Extremely low quotes compared to the market average (they will cut corners later).