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Hire a Qualified Contractor When selecting a contractor or company to work on your home, consider some important advice: Before you hire a contractor, verify the company’s business address and reputation. Insist on a complete, clearly written contract. DO ask for references. Select a few companies and ask for written estimates. Look for professional designations, if applicable, to the type of project you need done. Be aware of warning signs for scams. These might include: - You’re told that on this job, a contract “won’t be necessary.”
- You’re asked to pay for the entire job “up front”—or pay cash to a salesperson instead of a check or money order to a company.
- You are confronted with scare tactics.
- You’re told you’ve been “chosen” as a demonstration project at a special, low price.
- You’re told a low price is good only if you sign a contract today.
- The contractor won’t give you references—or the references can’t be located.
- You can’t verify the contractor’s business address.
Search for a FLHBRA member business, or search for a FLHBRA builder. Remember to check out resources such as the Better Business Bureau. Ask for references
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Mission Statement
The Finger Lakes Home Builders and Remodelers Association, affiliated with the NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) and NYSBA (New York State Builders Association) is a non profit professional trade organization devoted to the betterment of the building and remodeling industry in the Finger Lakes area.
This is achieved through promoting high ethical standards, providing networking opportunities along with educational programs, and acting as a government liaison for the benefit of our members and the general public at large.