No matter how handy you may be with the power tools, there will come a time when you will need to hire the services of a general contractor. Sure you may pride yourself on your ability to handle even the most complex building tasks or your complete collection of shiny, well maintained tools. But if you are like most homeowners, you will eventually come across a construction or renovation job that is simply beyond your-or your toolbox's-capabilities. It is during these very occasions that you will need a general contractor.

Unfortunately, the task of finding a qualified building contractor is easier said than done. For every qualified building general contractor out there, many more are liable to botch up the job! It is a long and arduous road to becoming a general contractor, and relatively few are qualified. Nevertheless, there are general contractors out there that can help you realize your construction plans. You simply have to know what to look for in a qualified building contractor. Here are a few ideas:

Make a short list of potential general contractors to consider

Finding a good contractor is pretty much the same as finding any other type of qualified personnel. Good ways to start are by asking people you know for recommendations. If a certain general contractor has done a good job for someone you know, your friend will likely be happy to tell you about him. You can also check with building-supply stores in your town or go through the listings in online services that have a reputation for stringent criteria. It would probably be best to avoid the telephone directory listings as there will be no way for you to verify the credentials of the contractors you will come across in these listings.

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