Looking for Rental Rehab Company DFW Area

[Melissa Wells]

Hello,

There is SO many contractors and rehabbers in the DFW area and I would love some personal recommendations on someone you've used for rental rehabs especially in the Fort Worth area and had success with. Also, this is a newer market for me so if you would also send me a message on a co mlm payment to stay away from I would REALLY appreciate all the help! Thank you!

[Duane Kidman]

Hey Melissa,

I second the motion, plenty to stay away from.  I've experienced my share of those that claim to be General Contractors and turn-out to be want-a-be handymen.  Here are my recommendations when screening a GC: 1) How long have they had their license, minimum 5 years; 2) check their work - if they only do kitchens and bathrooms (although important) they don't have the well rounded experience for a total rehab or addition; 3) make sure they are insured/bonded, this is actually to protect you - not them; 4) stage the work along with a payment schedule, don't be pressured into advanced payments except for materials; 5) identify all tile, carpet, paint, fixtures and appliances by SKU# and/or model number in advance - this keeps them from putting-in cheaper, inferior product; 6) along with item 5, avoid MDF - especially in kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, exterior door and window trim; 7) lastly, after qualifying the GC, get at least 3-quotes.  Check the numbers and make sure it makes sense to you - going with the lowest bidder with bad numbers is another giant red-flag.  I hope this helps, contact me directly for questions or references.  My farm area is Tarrant County and mostly throughout the Fort Worth area.  Cheers.