You are planning a significant
Residential Construction project including kitchen remodeling, bathroom updates, and adding a bedroom addition. This is my first major construction project, and I'm nervous about selecting the right contractor. What questions must I ask potential builders? How do I verify licensing, insurance, and bonding requirements? Should I get multiple bids, and if so, how many? What red flags indicate I should avoid certain contractors? How important are written contracts with detailed timelines and pricing? What payment schedule structure protects homeowners? Have you experienced construction delays, and how were they handled? Should I hire a general contractor overseeing multiple trades? Where do experienced renovation homeowners recommend finding reliable contractors? Any horror stories or success stories you'd share?