Do you need to do major repairs or renovations to a property, such as in the wake of a fire or flood?  Then you need a great general contractor in Illinois!  The right general contractor can quickly assess and understand your needs while creating a solid plan to restore your property.

The difficulty is finding the right general contractor in Illinois when there are so many to choose from.  Here are some tips for finding the right one for your needs.

Four Tips for Finding A Great General Contractor 

1 – Referrals 

Put out a call among your friends and co-workers and social media, to see if anyone you know has had work done recently.  In-person referrals are always the best way to find professional services.  If a contractor is recommended by someone you can trust, chances are they’ll be a solid choice.

2 – Have a clear vision for the project

If your concern is whether a contractor will have the capabilities for your project, you need to be able to clearly communicate what you need.  Consider writing up a full proposal with the details, or at least bring in plenty of visual references so they have something to work off of.  The more detailed you are when you’re interviewing prospective contractors, the better your chances of finding one with the capabilities you need.

Speaking of which…

3 – Interview several prospects

Even if you have one contractor in mind that you’re probably going to give the job to, go ahead and interview a few others anyway.  You might stumble upon one you like better.  Or, you can collect bids\estimates and use those as leverage if you want to try to haggle down your #1 choice.

4 – Check their paperwork

Sadly, there are several fraudulent operations on the fringes of general contracting, and accidentally getting involved with them can cost you greatly.  Always ask to see your contractors’ permits, licenses, and insurance – then follow up with the issuing authorities to ensure they’re valid.   Unless you’re certain an operation is legitimate, there’s no other good way of verifying their bona fides.

Genesis Construction: A Superior General Contractor in Illinois

We are proud to serve the greater Chicagoland area with a full range of contracting services, from original construction to flood and fire restoration services.  Contact us to learn more!