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 Talkeetna Home Builders

Can I browse unscreened Home Builders in Talkeetna?

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

  • Hallmark Homes:
    • Services Offered: Home Builders
    • BBB Rating: NR
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Liberty Homes Inc:
    • Services Offered: Home Builders
    • BBB Rating: NR
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Smrt General Contrs Inc:
    • Services Offered: Home Builders
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

How many home builders does Talkeetna have?

There are around 50 companies throughout Talkeetna to help you with your next home building services job.

  • 4 of them have an A or A+ rating from Better Business Bureau.

What should I check for once my Home Builder in Talkeetna 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.

Latest projects near Talkeetna

Recent projects booked on Porch
Talkeetna 99676
Residential Building
Modular home
Yes
Number of bedrooms
2
Number of bathrooms
1
Land status for the home
I am currently
Interested home styles
Ranch, Country
Approximate budget for the custom home
Under $100,000
Time expected for the home to be completed
Timing is flexible