Help Selecting Contractors

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Hello BP,

I have worked with contractors in the past and it did not turn out well. Both times the work was poor quality and I had to pay to get properties re done. Also, they had lack of knowledge on permit requirements. I am not well versed in contracting but find myself needing them for upcoming project.

How do you spot scam contractors? How do you identify good contractors that are not ripping you off?

Does anyone recommend contractors in Atlanta, GA?

Thanks in advance

[Greg Palmer]

hello,

I would suggest going to a busy lumber yard - not like Home Depot - but a lumber yard and ask a manager there who is consistently busy and they know has a good reputation in that area. They see these contractors all the time and usually have a decent sense of the good ones. 

You could also call up the different wholesale supply shops - like Platt Electric for electricians and so on - for the different trades and ask them, they have long term relationships with the contractors who have proven themselves over time.

Another thing I would do myself if I were new in a town is call a decent sized church and ask a secretary if they know a good contractor in their church. You would have a better than average chance of finding someone of good quality there ethically at least. 

Hope that helps.