6 tips to hire the right commercial contractor for your office renovation

Employing a commercial contractor to undertake your office/store renovation work in Vaughan can be a daunting experience. There are plenty of contractors to choose from, each offering differing levels of cost, experience, credentials, and working models. A small investigation on your part can be very helpful in making sure you choose the right contractor. See below for 6 tips to find the right commercial contractor who will not only help you save money, but also help you improve your business facility to your complete satisfaction.

Ask friends & family

There is nothing better than getting a recommendation from a trusted member of the family or a close friend. However, do make sure you find the Commercial Contractors in Canada that routinely do the kind of project you need as your friend could have required a very different type of project and skill set.

Perform some initial research

With the collected recommendations, do some preliminary research; make a call or a visit the contractor's website. Know how long has the company been in business. Look at the work samples. Call at least three references and ask if they were happy with the company.Were they on time and on budget and was there open communication or lots of mystery and miscommunication?

Make sure they are insured and licensed

Be sure to ask for a copy of the contractor’s license and insurance details. It is vital that you check your commercial contractor has valid insurance and required licenses before you hire them.  

Interview several contractors

Set up meetings with the three best commercial contractors you have short-listed.  Here you can get an idea of how they each differ from each other and may fulfill your unique requirements. Ask how the project will be supervised. Know how the contractor will communicate the status of the projects and weekly updates via email, or phone, or on site meetings. Clear all your doubts without assuming one thing; as others may have presumed something different. How well you and he communicate is an important factor while choosing a contractor.

Don’t (necessarily) go for the cheapest

The cheapest option isn’t always the best option. You get what you pay for. Get written quotes from at least three contractors, which cover everything you, would like done, including labor, materials, and overhead/management. The more information you can provide the more accurate the quotes will be.And don’t be afraid to negotiate!

Sign a contract

A contract refers to information for what is to be built, for how much and by when. This means everyone involved knows exactly what is expected.