Tips for Hiring a Demolition Contractor

 

Hiring a contractor can be overwhelming, particularly when it comes to demolition Dandenong. It is essential to be prepared and know what to expect with your demolition Dandenong project. Fortunately,

There are basic tips to help you save some money, stress, and headaches in the long run.

 

Plan Out Your Demolition Project

Remember that no two projects are the same. Start by detailing what work you want to be done, whom you will need to complete the work, and so on. If you want a straightforward residential demolition and there is no asbestos, you will likely have a one-bullet list. But, for example, you are planning a kitchen remodel, your outline may look something like this:

 

Strip kitchen interior

Repaint kitchen

Redesign

Install new appliances

Install new cabinets

 

After that, gather up all the project information that your contractor should know. Take a look at a few specific project types to get an idea of what information a demolition Dandenong team has to know.

 

Interior Demolition

Square footage

Utilities

Access

 

House Demolition

House square footage

Materials used to build the house

Foundation

Access

 

Concrete Removal

Concrete square footage

Concrete thickness

Access

 

Pool Removal

Type of pool

Size

Material

Water level

Access

 

Verify the License of the Contractor

The last thing you want is to have an unlicensed contractor working on your project. You can learn your state licensing laws and make sure the license of a specific contractor is up-to-date. If your state requires a license, it is vital that the contractor you hire has the proper licensing.

 

Also, the quote sheets or contracts should show the license number of a contractor on the first page of their website or social media. Make sure to ask a contractor for their license number, and understand the importance of having an insured and bonded contractor as well.

 

Monitor the Job as It Progresses

Check in on the progress of your demolition project regularly. Find out if work is being completed on schedule, and all permits are displayed on-site until the job is done.

 

It is also advisable that you keep a file of all documents related to your project. Moreover, you can take photos of the site before work starts, throughout the progress, and when it is completed. Document and keep safe of the following items:

 

Invoices, bills and payment receipts

Any correspondence between you and your contractor

Photos of the work as it progresses

Contract and any written changes

 

Make Payments Once Work Is Done

Set up a payment schedule that aligns with the amount of demolition work being completed, and do not pay for anything unless you are satisfied with it and it is completed. All of this should be written in your contract.

 

Be wary of a contractor who asks for a large payment in advance because this is a red flag. They may insist that they need the money to buy certain materials for your project. An experienced professional who regularly performs a demolition service should have the things and resources they need for the most part.