Hiring a Kitchen Contractor Video

Video Overview: Kitchen Contractors

1. Kitchen Contractors and References

• • Hire a kitchen contractor with a long list of references. Contractors should keep their references current and can verify their kitchen contracting experience.
  • Any kitchen contractor you hire should have two to four positive references. A good contractor should also have a list of fifty or so kitchen contracts and customers.

1. Verify a Kitchen Contractor's Work

• • A good kitchen contractor can provide photos of previous work. Some contractors can show you kitchen projects they are currently working on. Many kitchen contractors also have a website where their work can be seen.
  • When examining a kitchen contractors previous work, compare it to the references the contractor provided you.

1. Verify Potential Kitchen Contractors

• • Get acquainted with the contractor you may hire. You should not only see photos of their kitchen work, but you should also contact previous customers that hired them.
  • A kitchen contractors references provide vital information you need before hiring one. Make note if their reference makes a negative comment.

1. Hiring a Kitchen Contracting Business

• • Large kitchen contractors may offer inconsistent quality, as you may not directly hire the person doing the actual work.
  • Try to meet the kitchen contractor in person before you hire them. Small contracting businesses with less than five employees will likely involve working with the owner.