Checklist for Finding and Hiring a Builder or Remodeler

Checklist for Finding and Hiring a Builder or Remodeler

According to the National Association of Home Builders here are 10 steps when looking and hiring a Home builder or someone to Remodel your home. Be sure to look on the NAHB website for the complete checklist.

1. Contact your local home builders association for the names of member builders and remodelers. You can ask family, friends or co workers for recommendations. In our case we work with many Realtors in Arizona and Nevada. Ask your Mortgage lender who they have worked with in the past.

2. Make sure the builder or home remodeler has a permanent business location and a good reputation with suppliers. You can find this out when you google the name of the company, asking suppliers such as Lowe's who they use for installations.

3. Find out how long they have been in the building business. It usually takes three to five years to establish a sound business. You want to make sure they will be around after the construction is complete to service your home.  Starting with Wally's father, the Knipp name has been in the valley for over 35 years. We work hard to protect the family name.

4. Check out the company's rating and if there have been any complaints filed with your local Better Business Bureau.  Knipp Contracting has NO complaints with an A rating. Comment:  Knipp Contracting is one of the best contractors we have worked with since owning our company. Knipp Contracting has helped us with full rehabs to minor repairs. They are very responsive and always let us know what is going on during each job. Wendy & Wally Knipp, the owners, are great to work with. I highly recommend Knipp Contracting.


5. Make sure the builder/remodeler has sufficient workers compensation and general liability insurance. If liable for an construction-related accidents on your premises. Knipp Contracting has more than the required insurance needed. 


6. Ask the builder/remodeler to provide you with names of previous customers. If they won't beware, ask the customers if they would hire the builder/remodeler again. Knipp Contracting will provide names and numbers for anyone that is interested in using our General Contracting services. Looking on our website at www.knippcontacting.com you will find additional comments from customers. 


7. Ask if you can see the builder/remodelers work, both completed and in progress. Check for quality. If you are interested in seeing our work you can call us at 623-561-0803 or youtube under  knippconstruction


8. Do you feel you can easily communicate with the builder/remodeler? Remember you will be in close contact throughout the construction process and afterward as you live in your home. You can contact us at sales@knippcontracting.com or 623-561-0803. "Let our family provide your family with the home you've always dreamed of" 


9. Make sure the builder/remodeler provides you with a complete and clearly written contract. The contract protects you.  Here at Knipp Contracting we will sit down with you and go over each page of the contract and bid. 


10. Be cautious of unusually low -priced bids.  Be sure the bid specs are what you have requested, look for model numbers and carpet grade.




Wither you are building a new home, remodeling an existing home or using an FHA 203k loan for renovations we wish you the very best. 


If you are looking for a new home or would like to refinance using the 203k loan to renovate, ask us for recommendations. 




Should you have any questions contact us at sales@knippcontracting.com  

Are you wondering if you will be able to purchase a home after a Short Sale? You Can! According to Ted Canto of Academy Mortgage Arizona.  It's hard to believe that you will be able to obtain home ownership again.

There is no time limit after the completion of the short sale (title is transferred to the new owner) to the credit approval date on a new loan as long as the file meets the following requirements:

According to Ted Canto here are some of the requirements needed. For more information see his site.

Must be able to indicate and document to the best of the borrowers’ ability:

1. Evidence that the borrower did not Short Sale their previous property to take advantage of declining market conditions, and / or

2. To purchase another property, at a reduced price, a similar or superior property within a reasonable commuting distance. (No less than 100 miles as directed from HUD)

   
   
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   For more information contact us at:

    623-561-0803 sales@knippcontracting.com 

   

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