Hi - i am looking to upgrade my kitchen and change shower and tiles in the bathroom- it seems like there are very few contractor who specilazes in both.
Is it wise to give it to two different contract to work at the same time in the house- I am in Mississagua.
Please advice
Having two different contractors working in your home at the same time is not a good idea, unless you plan to be there every minute to supervise. The chance of dispute between them is high over things such as parking, waste disposal, tools, materials. Some people just don't work well with others.
Most contractors do all types of renovations, including kitchens and bathrooms, so it should not be hard to find someone that can do both. The more unusual is the contractor who only does only kitchens or bathrooms, there are very few who specialize in only one.
Hi Brian here from Maximum Contracting, I see what you are asking and I agree with the post saying that it's not a good idea to have 2 different contractors there the one time.
As a contractor myself we offer both services for kitchen and bath renovations. So my advice would be to find a contractor in your area who can do both of this for you. Cause having two different contractors there the one time will be stressful on you. Less stress less mess.
Hope this helps.
Hire a Company who can manage and deliver on all aspects of your renovation project.
Not to mention the items above, but As the Owner of the home, unless the contractors are clearly separated by wither space or time, you the owner become the official "Contractor" under the labour laws and are now responsible for the safety measures undertaken on the 'site'. not a good situation to be in.
This is why its good to hire a general contractor.
-Krista Hulshof
Hi friends,
Yes a General Contractor is the best way to go, but if you really want two contractors chose different dates but I really don't see the point, us General Contractors are like doctors you like one and you keep it, if you like your contractor and trust him, why not? because even if you have different dates for two contractors the second one will probably say something bad about the other job (Maby not if the job is well done) and you will always have that on your mind.
My professional opinion, get only one and keep it if you like his job, again if you don't know any contractors ask references and pictures, if he doesn't have pics, don't take him, Sorry because every good and proud contractors take pics of his or her work, and call his reference and ask questions.
Good luck bud.
Gabriel
Certified Contractor
Certified Inspector
HI,
Two contractors mean satisfied both .and both should know the working ethic and have good working experience and if that project is very small yes same contractor who sign contract should be at the job site to work with his co workers.
Very important before both contractor should have to be call and meeting together and take interview and see if they are very friendly and be able to work together very important to see if they have previous reference no latest please . Approximately 2 years 3 years 4 years and 5 years and actually three reference per contractor should be help full to check if client has any problem with their work and if they follow up their job which is best business practice.
But how sweet if you hire one contractor who has plumbing - electrical certificates and be able to do your Bathroom Reno.
Tile setter always will be individual small contractor who will be doing work for many years and should have references as well if he/she doing work for different stores can bring your good tiles and will be very economical, that way you can save little money and will do quality work.
Thanks
Amir Janjoa -Strong Hands Connection Saskatchewan
Journey Man Electrician -Plumber
Gas contractor
ICF foundation specialist
Interior designer
Hi Asif,
By the way if you hire a General Contractor he should have licence trades working for him, Electrician, Plumer, Carpenter etc, that means you don't have to worry if you hire a good General Contractor.
I really don't recommend someone that he's saying he can do everything, like electrical, plumbing carpentry, ICF expert and more all by himself, I don't say they can't but I'm 100% sure that he's not covered for every trade that way if your house burns you are not covered and you have to pay from your pocket, just watch yourself with that and even if they say you don't need a permit because its a small job well GET ONE ANYWAY and protect yourself with all the inspection needed.
Good luck and enjoy your project.
Gabriel
Certified Contractor
Certified Inspector
Working with one contractor is a great idea.
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