Most Important Factors to Consider When Hiring a Commercial General Contractor

When you decide to hire a commercial general contractor there are several important factors you should consider. You don't want to hire a contractor blindly. Licenses, insurance, safety records, and references should all be taken into consideration before entering into a contract.

Factors to Consider When Hiring a Commercial General Contractor

• Contractors have to be licensed to perform certain jobs. So if you need someone to perform plumbing maintenance or instillation, make sure they are licensed for that specific job.
  
• Another important factor to consider is whether the contractor is insured. Make sure you find this out before hiring them for a job. Also find out what they're insurance covers. Make sure the insurance is current by contacting the insurance company.
  
• A contractor's safety record is another factor that you need to consider before hiring them. You can ask them about it or even request they give you something in writing.
  
• You should also consider a contractor's financial stability. Ask questions such as how long has the company been in business?
  

  To be safe, it is also a good idea to ask the contractor for references. And then actually contact the references to find out if they completed the projects on time, was the project done within the budget, and did the contractor meet or exceed the references expectations.