Some Steps to Help Ensure the Work You Contract for is the Work You Get.
Review the contractor's license by doing a Contractor Search at GEI (Georgetown Electrical Inspectorate).
Make certain the contractor's license class allows for the work listed in the contract. Please contact the GEI License Department with questions.
Request a list of references and check them.
Ask for written estimates from at least three (3) contractors.
Make sure a detailed list/description of the project, including the price, the responsibility to obtain building permits, and any other relevant terms, are spelled out in the estimate.
DETAILS, DETAILS, DETAILS: Only sign a contract agreement WITH A LICENSED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING PROFESSIONAL.
Review the written estimate and reconcile it with your written contract prior to signing — make sure the costs match.
Make sure a detailed list/description of every aspect of the project is included in the contract.
Ensure the price, the responsibility of obtaining building permits, and any other relevant terms are spelled out in a written contract.
Be specific about the responsibilities of all parties involved and spell these responsibilities out in the contract document:
Some Examples:
Permits — Permits are the responsibility of the property owner. However, many contractors include the cost of obtaining and fees in the contract.
Notification and approvals — A property owner is responsible for notifying the contractor of restrictions, requirements, and construction policies before the signing of a contract.
Temporary power and water.
Trash and debris removal.
Sanitary facility details.
Determine a payment/draw schedule.
Make sure you understand the process for ensuring a properly executed change order
How does it increase/decrease your total project cost?
How does it affect your project completion timeline?
It MUST BE SIGNED by both parties.
Make clear, in writing, any other relevant terms or considerations you wish to include in your agreement with the properly licensed contracting professional.
Never make a hurried decision. — REMEMBER — IF YOU AND THE LICENCED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR DO NOT INTERPRET THE WRITTEN DOCUMENTS THE SAME WAY……DISPUTES ARE POSSIBLE.
Some payment guidelines to consider:
You may consider not paying in cash. Using checks .
Do not allow payments to get ahead of the work.
NOTE: Special order materials, permits, and fees may need to be paid-for in advance.
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