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Home improvement is no easy task. There are some things you need to know before green-lighting a project. If you\u2019re feeling lost, it\u2019s not a bad idea to seek help from friends and family who\u2019ve done similar projects. What\u2019s more, if you\u2019re meeting with a contractor, we suggest asking the following questions:<\/p>\n

Are you fully licensed to work in my neighborhood?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Many states require permits for home improvement projects, even simpler ones like adding decks or gutters in Wichita, KS.<\/a> Take note that a business permit is not the same as a home builder or remodeling license. The former is for tax and identification purposes. Having a business license doesn\u2019t really mean that the contractor has passed a test and is qualified to work on your home.<\/p>\n

What type of insurance do you carry?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Your contractor should have personal liability, workers\u2019 compensation, and property damage coverage. For your own security, ask to see copies of insurance certificates. Make sure they\u2019re valid and up-to-date.<\/p>\n

What projects do you specialize in?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Keep in mind that not all contractors are the same. Some may have more experience at new construction than remodeling. Also, pick the contractor that best suits your budget and home. A remodeler who regularly works on million-dollar custom homes may not be the best choice if your home is more modest.<\/p>\n

Can I get a written estimate?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ask for a detailed estimate. It is important that everything is included that has been discussed as well as what is not included. It shouldn\u2019t be hard to get a detailed estimate in writing. If your contractor gives you a hard time, it\u2019s wise to look elsewhere.<\/p>\n

All States Home Improvement understands the difficulties of finding someone you can trust with a home improvement project. That\u2019s why we make sure that any job entrusted to us is done right the first time.<\/p>\n

We use only the highest-quality materials from the country\u2019s leading manufacturers. Each product in our inventory has been carefully selected to meet our strict standards. We make sure to pick only those that give the best value for your money.<\/p>\n

We are fully insured and certified to work on your home. Our crews have undergone extensive training in technical proficiency and professionalism. We will take care of you from your first telephone call until your project is completed.<\/p>\n

Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation on any of our services, including roof, siding, window, door, deck, and gutter installation in Wichita, KS<\/a> We also provide a free written estimate\u2014with no hidden costs! Call us at (316) 444-1220 if you live in Wichita.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Home improvement is no easy task. There are some things you need to know before green-lighting a project. If you\u2019re feeling lost, it\u2019s not a bad idea to seek help from friends and family who\u2019ve done similar projects. What\u2019s more, if you\u2019re meeting with a contractor, we suggest asking the following questions:<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4,5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1512","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog","category-information"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n4 Questions to Ask Your Contractor Before Starting a Project<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Planning to improve your roofing, siding, windows, doors, deck, or gutters in Kansas? 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