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There are many flooring projects that you can do without hiring a contractor. As for me, I do mostly small projects, such as wooden floor repair or concrete floor installation for something like a garden shed, by myself. Minor issues, like nailing a wood floor, replacing a broken tile or filling a gap in tiles, are all projects that you can handle without hiring a professional....Read More
When signing a contract with your flooring contractor, ensure that it lists in detail the type and amount of materials to be used on the project, the start and expected completion date of the job and details of the warranty on the flooring work and labor. The contract should also provide the terms and conditions for both parties to abide by, as well as the consequences for any contract breach....Read More
To fit your situation, a flooring contractor should know how long each flooring option would take, and how much each will cost in your area/home. They should also know how to do the prep work you'll need with each flooring type or be able to tap other contractors to do the prep work....Read More
Most locales require at least general liability insurance for flooring contractors. When we had our floor installed, we asked for a copy of their license and insurance. We called the companies to make sure it was legitimate. ...Read More
When hiring a flooring contractor, make sure to ask the following questions. Are you insured and licensed to operate in this region? How many years have you been in business? Do you specialize in any flooring material? Do you have past projects that I can view? How do you charge for your service? What kind of after-installation service do you offer?...Read More
