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3 Things You Need from a Demolition Contractor (Before He Starts Demolishing Stuff)

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• 18 May, 2013
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There are three things you need from a demolition contractor before he starts work on your demolition project. Armed with these three things you can protect yourself and be fairly confident you are getting the best from a demolition contractor.

1. A Written Estimate

A written estimate, signed by the demolition contractor, that clearly outlines the expected costs of your demolition project.  A written estimate is the first part of hiring a demolition contractor. You should never hire a demolition contractor without receiving a written estimate first.

2. Proof of Insurance

Proof of Insurance can be obtained from your demolition contractor’s insurance agent. This verifies that your demolition contractor is insured for the demolition work he is doing. Also make sure you’ve check his contractor’s license and verified his surety bond as well.

3. Contract

A contract between you and your demolition contractor should clear spell out the work to be performed, the time frame for that work to be done in, and a schedule of payments to be made. A contract should also include any required clauses (various states have various required clauses that must be in any contract) and an outline of how disputes with your contractor will be resolved (mediation, arbitration, etc).

If you have these three things from a demolition contractor you are ahead of the game and headed for a much better experience than those who haven’t secured this information.