KEYS TO FINDING GOOD RELIABLE CONTRACTORS

[Lawrence Smith]

I am lactated in Prince Georges County, Maryland just outside of Washington, DC and I am currently looking for knowledgeable yet reliable contractors. I have heard so many stories of people getting burned by these guys in the past  that I am doing whatever it takes to avoid these issues.

What are some must ask questions when vetting contractors ?

Also, If you know any great contractors in Washington, DC area feel free to let me know about them.

[Brian Mathews]

Originally posted by @Angela DeBorja:

@Brian Mathews thanks for your input. A BP podcast rehabber had mentioned this approach because he had been burned waiting 10 hrs all day for contractors that did not show. I personally have been an Angie's List member for years for my own personal home use, and plan to use a combination of that and referrals/recommendations from other investors for our first rehab project. 

 There's a lot of good information on here, but like anything else on the internet, lots of bad advice.   There are probably only a few people on here I would take advice from in real estate and other matters associated with it.  You want quality contractors, never hire the cheapest guy as there is a reason why.   All bids should be pretty close in nature for any job.   If there are any that are way out there, those should be tossed.