Finding a qualified and professional contractor can seem like a daunting task. With these tips, you’ll be on the right track to find the best concrete lifting contractor in your area to handle your concrete repair project.
Ask Friends & Family for Referrals
One of the best ways to ensure that you find a qualified and professional concrete lifting contractor to resolve your sinking concrete is simply by asking people in your network for references. Concrete issues are common, so chances are you know someone who’s had to have a similar problem addressed. Talk with friends, family, and coworkers to see who has performed work for them.
You can also expand your network by asking friends, family, or coworkers if they know someone that has had to have concrete lifting work performed. The people just outside of your network may have different experiences with the same contractors recommended by friends or family, or they may know of someone else who’s done a similarly good job for less cost. There are great opportunities to see completed work in person which is more reliable than photos you might see on a contractor’s website.
Google Concrete Contractors in Your Area
Speaking of contractor websites, this might be an obvious solution, but it’s a great idea to start your contractor search online. Check out some of the top-ranking listings for concrete lifting contractors in your area, but keep in mind, just because they show up at the top of your search engine doesn’t mean that they’re the best. Make sure to look at reviews on Google in addition to social media sites like Facebook and LinkedIn. It’s also a good idea to check out contractor review sites like Angie’s List and Home Advisor. These sites and the reviews they contain can help you catch on to any potential red flags and give you a better idea of who is the best contractor for your job.
When you find a few highly reviewed contractors, go ahead and check out their websites. Look at some of the projects they’ve done that are similar to the issue you have with your concrete and check out before and after photos to visually judge the quality of their work. Many contractors will also have videos available that can help you understand the process of their concrete repair solutions.
Schedule a Consultation with a Concrete Lifting Contractor
After you’ve done your research with your network and the internet, the next thing you can do to ensure you’re hiring the best concrete lifting contractor is simply to schedule a consultation. Many contractors offer free consultations, and it’s a great opportunity to ask a series of questions that can tell you if the contractor you’re considering is the best person for the job.
One of the best questions to ask is how long the contractor has been in business performing work similar to the job you need done. Knowledge and training can go a long way, but nothing beats time tested experience. A reputable contractor should also be willing to provide their license and insurance information, so if they don’t offer it up front, be sure to request it. Before committing to hiring them, double-check with your local Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing to verify the contractor’s license and insurance.
Finally, verbal agreements are hard to enforce so after deciding on the perfect contractor for your concrete lifting job, be sure to ask for the cost estimate and contract agreement, including any discussed warranties, in writing. A reputable contractor should provide everything in writing even if you don’t ask. This ensures that both you and the contractor have a recorded agreement, protecting both parties.
Following these steps will turn the daunting task of finding the best concrete lifting contractor into a much easier process. Remember to start by looking at referrals from your network of friends, family, and coworkers. You can extend your network by asking people within your network if they know someone who’s had similar work done. Check reviews and contractor websites online, don’t just rely on the top-ranking listings to tell you which contractor is the best. Schedule consultations with contractors you like, request their licensing and insurance information, and double-check with your local Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing to confirm their validity. Lastly, remember to get any estimates, agreements, contracts, and warranties in writing.
If you’re in need of a contractor, there’s no better place to start than Concrete Stabilization Technologies, Inc. Contact us today for a free consultation on your concrete repair needs. We are proud to service the entire United States and have offices located in:
- Denver, CO
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Wheatland, WY
- Montana
