Top questions to ask before hiring a home builder

A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.

Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?

Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.

First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.

Everything You Need to Know About Pocatello Home Builders

Does the home builder I want to hire need to be licensed in Pocatello?

Before you start any project, it is crucial to learn about the certifications and licenses that you or your Home Builder need to have. There are 0 home builders in Pocatello that are licensed.

Here are the types of license(s) Home Builders need to have to work on Home Building Services jobs in ID:

  • Accreditations/License: Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licensing
  • Accreditations/License: Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licensing
  • Accreditations/License: Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licensing

Can I browse unscreened Home Builders in Pocatello?

We do our best to screen all of our home builders. However, there are still some home builder professionals in Pocatello that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Pocatello or ID. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering home building services:

  • INTERMOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION INC:
    • Services Offered: Home Builders
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • WESTERN MUNICIPAL CONSTRUCTION:
    • Services Offered: Home Builders
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • RON FOSTER CONSTRUCTION:
    • Services Offered: Home Builders
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

What should I check for once my Home Builder in Pocatello has finished working?

Every home building services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any home building services company has told you they've finished the job:

  • Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with home building services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
  • Ask the home builder to describe what they did. Whether your home building services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
  • Compare the description provided on your home building services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
  • Request that the home builder do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.

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