Archive for February 9th, 2017

Hiring Cable Railing Contractors- Finding the right contractor for a home remodeling project can be challenging, however it is a very important step to starting a renovation.  The right trade specialist can make a huge impact when it comes the the end results of any installation. In this weeks blog we will provide some tips about hiring a contractor, and share some of our own experience from working with hundreds of contractors across the country. -Hire A Specialist Hiring a specialty contractor means they should be expert level providers of the products and services that are being offered. Some good examples of specialty contractors are window installers, deck builders,  and roofers. These trades typically stick to the specialized type of work they perform. For example: the window installer is not likely a good candidate for your paid cable railing installation; even if they did a great job on your windows. A deck builder or carpenter who has performed several cable railing installations on previous jobs could be a great find. Don’t hesitate to ask contractors for photos of previous projects, web addresses or even reviews from previous customers. Choosing a contractor over a DIY application should mean hiring a true PRO. -Product Knowledge Cable railing contractors should have knowledge about the products they are installing. Nobody desires to pay a premium for a contractor to learn on the job. Your contractor should be able to educate you about the products and installation that is being performed. A good contractor will make you feel comfortable providing information about the questions you may have. It’s OK to ask questions and its always better to ask them before the project starts. -Payment Licensed contractors should not ask for much money up front. In California a 10% deposit is the maximum amount allowed prior to performance of any work. A request for a 50% down payment is illegal and likely a huge red flag. Good contractors manage jobs and finance their own projects. Larger jobs may require progress payments but you should never pay a large amount of money before the work is performed. -Get a Referral Referral based business is still one of the best ways to find good contractors. At San Diego Cable Railings we have preferred contractors in San Diego, Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay area. If you are interested in a contractor referral please give us a call or submit a quote request today.    1-844-277-7327     –