Top Five Things to Look for When Hiring a General Contractor

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If you’re planning to build a beautiful new home, it’s vital to hire a custom builder that can utilize your space appropriately, and make sure every detail gets executed right. However, picking the right one from the slew of available options isn’t as easy as it sounds. To help you make the best choice while looking for a construction professional, here’s a list of the top five things to look for in a general contractor.

1. Solid references
The company should be able to provide you with testimonials from previous clients, and vendors who conduct regular business with them. You should also be able to speak with some of these individuals to ask questions regarding their reliability.

2. Excellent customer feedback
It’s crucial to check online reviews on the companies social media platforms and other ratings sites and aggregators to understand what is the feeling about the company. Make sure you do not just read the first few comments, but scroll down to check if their performance has been consistent.

3. Successful projects
You can check the builders’ website to see if there are any gallery photos of the previous homes that they have built. You can also contact them and ask to view portfolios of their most exceptional work, which will give you a firm indication of their style.

4. Honest billing
Building a home is not cheap, and while you should never compromise on the quality of material, you should be prudent about the costing. So make sure you ask the builder how much money you have to pay upfront and what is the break-up of the remaining installments.

5. Transparency
The builder should give you an honest estimate of the cost, and the time it will take to complete the project. Make sure there are no hidden costs that would force you to spend unnecessarily, although you should factor some money in your budget for contingencies.

If you’re looking for a custom home builder in Austin, Texas, reach out to PB Construction. We have thirty-two years of building experience, and our crew specializes in residential and commercial buildings. We are committed to building energy-efficient homes that are aesthetically pleasing to the eye.

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