Pittsburgh kitchen remodeling projects are generally a serious undertaking that can have a profound impact on the functionality and value of your property – for better, or for worse. From appliances to molding to cabinets and countertops, the scope of a Pittsburgh kitchen remodeling job can quickly become too much for many homeowners to grasp without professional intervention. However, finding the right combination of old-world craftsmanship and infallible trustworthiness in a handyman can often seem like an impossible task. The following are 4 sources you can use to determine the credibility of the Pittsburgh kitchen remodeling company you’re considering:
1.) BBB
The Better Business Bureau is still one of the most reliable places to get information relating to the reputation of a company or organization. If any negative reports have been filed against the outfit you’re considering, then you’ll be able to see how (or if) the situation was resolved, and what the company’s overall rating is. Companies that are registered with the BBB usually have a vested interest in maintaining good public relations and therefore could be more trustworthy than a business that is not registered.
2.) Trade Organizations & Charities
Skilled craftsman often belong to trade groups, charities and other organizations that can be used as a reference source. Others in related industries will likely be able to provide information about their experiences with a prospective Pittsburgh handyman.
Ultimately, the more involved a company or individual is in their communities and industry, the more trustworthy they generally are because they have an obvious public interest and reputation to protect. However, this isn’t to say that quiet, traditional-style craftsmen who don’t belong to any of the above groups aren’t highly skilled – it’s simply another potential source of information.
3.) State Certifications & Insurance
A professional Pittsburgh kitchen remodeling company will be properly insured, licensed and bonded and be able to show clear, easily defined proof of these vital items. This is especially important if any electrical or plumbing work is to be conducted on your property. In the state of Pennsylvania, construction contractors are not licensed at a state level, but may or may not be licensed at a local level. Check with your town or city hall’s commerce department for more information.
4.) Consumer Reports & Online Reviews
The internet is a vast source of consumer reports and reviews on nearly every product or service imaginable. This includes positive – or negative – reviews of the kitchen remodeling company you’re considering. In some rural areas there might not be any reviews available, but in many cases urban areas will offer a number of reviews that can be used to make an informed decision about the company you work with.
It’s also important to note that sometimes a negative review isn’t as important as the company’s response.
5.) References
It should be obvious that references provided by a potential contractor are going to provide excellent reviews. However, this doesn’t make them worthless. One question that you can ask a reference is:
“Who else in your area has XYZ done work for?”
If they provide some names, you can then contact those people, who will probably provide a more realistic review of the handyman. This view could match what the provided reference says, or it could be significantly different. In either case it’s valuable information to have and compare.
Pittsburgh Kitchen Remodeling Conclusions…
If you’ve done your homework and you demand extremely high quality craftsmanship from a company you can trust, then there’s no need to jump through any hoops – simply enter your details in the box to the right and we’ll prepare a free custom quote and estimate for your Pittsburgh kitchen remodeling project.
