Don't always pick the lowest bidder!

OK. Deep breath.

You've got a home renovation that is out of the realm of "diy" projects, so where do you go?

My sister always calls me to see if I can swing by the house and look at this water spot on her kitchen ceiling or fix the bathroom floor. 

Or, mom will ask if she needs to replace or repair her deck out back. Then, my neighbor will ask me to climb on his roof and see if he has hail damage.

In a perfect world, we can handle all of these chores for mom or sis. But, let's be honest, this world ain't perfect and I am not capable of performing some of these projects. Some big and some small. I am not qualified or experienced to handle some of these remodeling chores.

So, where do you go?

Many of my friends will start looking for reliable sources on google's search engine. It is a habit. They do the same for pizza, hotel deals at the beach and lyrics to a song by OK GO.

Some of my friends go on Facebook and ask one of their 321 friends if they know of a "good" plumber or home remodeler that can help with a kitchen rennovation or build a pergola. Surely, one of our high school classmates or sorority sisters will know someone! Surely, right?

Nope. Not always.

So, where do you go? 

Your home is one of the biggest assets you will own in this lifetime, so you need to do a little research.  

Well, you ask your neighbors, your co-workers, your buddy from college and sometimes, we'll ask the preacher if he can recommend a general contractor.

I have seen people chase contractors out in the parking lot of the local Lowe's or Home Depot. We  know nothing about these men with 12 tools and wheelbarrow in the back of their pickup trucks, but we need someone.

Always check references, always as for photos of similar jobs, visit BBB's website and gather information for local contractors. And, ask someone. Always ask.

Regardless of the scope of work or size of project, you must be reluctant to go with the lowest bid. Never a good decision, even when we are trying to save money initially. It will cost you in the long run.

Quality products and experienced, licensed crews. You choose a contractor for their experience and their skills.   

Peace of mind comes with hiring a professional for home renovations to handle the project start to finish.  

In this world, you get what you pay for.

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