Home Improvement Contractors Building Their Way In Federal Way
At one point in time or another, we all have something that needs fixing, sprucing up or perhaps even expanded. While most of us love the thought of having our home improved upon, an equal amount of us dread the process because it includes finding the perfect contractor for the job. And with so many out there, how does one even begin the process of getting a attractive quote and great craftsmanship?
The respond is not as simple as it may seem. First and foremost you’ll want to know if a company you’re interested in getting a quote from has a contractor’s or specialty license, such as an electrician or plumbing license in the state of Washington. Please save yourself a headache, do this first…
Getting that information is right at the tip of your fingertips. Simply visit:
http://www.contractors-license.org/wa/Washington.html
or you can call: (360) 902-5226 if you prefer to speak to a live person regarding your lookup.
This residence holds an abundance of information that will befriend you sort through the advertisements and phonebooks with ease. By simply clicking on the red link on their page entitled: “Lookup Contractors or Other License Professionals”, you can easily determine if their licensing is active, their Washington State licensing #, if their Workers Compensation file is up-to-date and what their owner’s contact information is. You can also click on the site’s red link “Lookup Violations” to determine if indeed they have violations against their craftsmanship or business practice.
My recommendations are based on personal and public information and are listed alphabetically for your reading ease:
All In One Building & Supply
29015 Military Road S #414
Federal Plot, WA 98003
(253) 839-0176
(no website listed)
General Contractor and Supplies
Johnson Brothers Construction
3223 NE 123rd Street
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 367-8036
http://www.remodelingspecialists.com
simple home repairs to major home renovations
Johnson Brothers Construction (Owners: Kevin and Tim Johnson) have been in business for over 25 years and handle all aspects of residential remodeling and repair. One of their many pluses is that they provide in-house design/build programs that complement their construction teams.
R & S Construction
350 S 312th Street
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 952-2380
http://www.seattle-general-contractor.com
R & S Construction is owned by General Contractor Rafael Contreras and has been in business for over 20 years. They are proud to say that they are a family owned business, which means a lot in these tough economic times. R & S provides the total team from design to construction to inspection to aid you the customer in whatever your home construction repair our buildout may be.
Key tips to remember while searching for a great general contractor:
- Know what you want and when you want it done
- Create a list of possible contractors
- Verify their licensing with http://www.contractors-license.org/wa/Washington.html
- Verify their Worker’s Comp Premium Place (in case someone’s injured on your property)
- Check the link on the state of Washington’s licensing web page to verify violations
- Check the local better business bureau to decide complaints on their company
- Once you’ve narrowed your list, contact the contractors and have them come out to give you a quote.
- Hire your contractor and indulge in your new or newly remodeled home!
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Filed under Conf Call by on Jan 19th, 2012.