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Selecting the most reputable and reliable siding contractors is one of the most important things you need to do, make this your first priority. There are five things you need to know to determine the best contractors for the job. You can get an idea on pricing from our siding calculator.


Determining What Contractors Do is Your First Step

Determining the role of a contractor is the first step in finding the right installation expert for your project. As you know snow, rain, wind or debris to get into your house through the doors, windows, roof or walls. Moisture in your walls can become serious over a period of time causing considerable damage, bear in mind that the walls account for a large portion of your property. Should the siding installation be poor quality (cracking or warping) it can lead to damp, this is determined on whether your windows and roof are properly sealed and installed correctly. In order to reduce the risk of moisture getting into your home and give you the ability to enjoy a home which is energy efficient for many years, you need proper installation. It's important: that you don't rush your decision when finding the right siding contractors..


Always Get a Minimum of Three Quotes

Every project is different, obtaining free quotes from siding contractors in your local area is the best way to fully understand exactly what is involved in your particular project. This will also give you a good understanding of what is involved in a siding project, what materials are used and the costs involved. You have a chance to compare the quotes against each other once you have them, be sure to always get them in writing. Pay careful attention to the installation price, material costs and any additional materials which may be required to complete your project. You may find that some of the quotes vary dramatically from the others and unless they include additional siding, you should omit them straight away. It's not unusual for different contractors to offer various prices, you may be quoted $10,000 by one company and $20,000 from another, even though the same materials and products are being used.


Get Advice From A Professional About Your Quote

The following home forums (www.gardenweb.com or www.contractortalk.com) are where you can get advice by posting a new subject regarding your specific project. Be sure to advise as much as possible about the specifics including the material costs, the amount of siding needed, siding costs, installation costs and anything else you have been advised of in your quote. Be as detailed as possible in your post before asking for any opinions. You may find that one of the answers claim the price is good and another will state that the prices are wrong and you should obtain more quotes.


The Fourth Step is to Research the Siding Contractors

In the event that the forums give you a good answer and you are comfortable with your decision, you need to ensure that the contractor you have chosen is reliable and reputable. You can do this by checking their Facebook page, their website and even search for customer reviews on forums such as yelp.com, BBB, Google and Angies List.

It's important to check any references, try call three of the past clients to ensure they are happy with the work that was carried out and whether they felt the contractor was professional and if there were any problems during the project. If there were any problems, were they handled professionally and was the clients happy with the outcome?


Other Things to Take Into Consideration

It's important to determine whether the siding contractors carry out the work themselves or whether they have workers that do the work for them. If the contractor has workers how long have they worked together and who pays them? Ideally you need to know they will complete the job to the highest standard, you also want to determine how many similar jobs this contractor has carried out. Ask whether the contractor has ever had issues with siding and how he resolved the issue, how quickly was it replaced or repaired and whether he worked with the manufacturers directly to resolve the issue. Lastly you need to determine if your contractor will guarantee the work carried out, the guarantee should be for a minimum of five years.









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