10/18/2012
I'd like to give out a little free advice for would be consumers. When you hire a contractor of any type get some references and second estimates. If they ask for money up front it should only be for material, and that really shouldnt be paid until they are on the job. Never pay someone upfront for labor, you are asking for trouble.
If you have a contractor who tells you he can do the "whole" job, make sure he is using licensed plumbers and electricians. This is in his best interest and definitely yours. It is also State Law, the only plumbing an unlicensed plumber can do is on their own personal plumbing.
I hate hearing about people having bad experiences with home remodeling, or new home construction but most of the time it is non-reputable people trying to get one over on you.
Its been my experience that a company that puts their own name (Gates, Janvrin, Kirby, Dossett, etc.) on the work they do seem to care alot more about the quality of their work. Of course there are exceptions to every rule, I wont point those out here.
This has been a great year for me and I hope my reputation keeps it going into next year. I'm truly blessed with great customers and contractors!