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Choosing a contractor
Choosing The Right Contractor Check the contractor's credentials including: 1. Permanent place of business 2. Permanent telephone number (not just a cellular number since these phone can be purchase and trashed for very little cost) 3. Tax identification number or business license (if your state requires it) 4. Bonded and Insurance. Ask for a copy of his/her liability coverage and workers' compensation certificates. Make sure the coverage is in effect through the duration of the job. If a contractor is not ...
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Home Inspection - The 8 most expensive problems

When you pay a home inspection service, you expect them to find any significant or hidden flaws in the house before you buy it and lose a lot of money. Before you even get to the point of a contract, you should look for the following major problems. If these problems were not disclosed by the buyer and the price set accordingly, you might want to stop wasting your time with the property.

1. Roof needs replacement

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