The people you hire to undertake your project will not only determine how smoothly it runs, but the quality of the finish, too. So sourcing the right team is pivotal in ensuring your vision is successfully brought to life. Especially given the current supply-and-demand imbalance, finding a competent tradesperson with relevant experience can be a tricky task, so where should you start? Here, we share 10 straightforward steps to weeding out the cowboys and securing the right contractor for your project.
1 Seek recommendations
When it comes to basic due diligence, nothing beats recommendations from those you trust. “Word-of-mouth is the best route to finding a good builder,” says Ben Lee of Vita Architecture. “Your architect or engineer will likely have recommendations, but reach out beyond to friends, family and neighbours to get an array of choices.” Remember, references are subjective so be sure to ask questions. For example, were there any issues and, if so, how were they dealt with? “The most important consideration is whether a tradesperson has. “Ideally, they will be a local specialist who has built similar structures before, using similar materials and to a comparable timescale and budget.”
