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Licensed & Insured General Contractor

May 17, 2021 | News

Choosing a construction company to perform your renovation or construction needs can seem overwhelming.
Price and quality are often top of the requirement list. Reference and reviews can go a long way in helping you make a choice as well.

However, finding a qualified and certified general contractor is vastly important. The expertise of a general contractor who has taken the time to become licensed and insured should never be overlooked.

 

Important things to remember:

 

  • Mistakes and accidents can happen
  • Having the protection of a licensed and insured company is imperative for such situations

Clients should always ask for a certificate of liability from anyone who does work on their home. This certificate should name the homeowner as the insured customer, and the limits should be high enough to cover the cost to replace the entire home (not just the cost of the project that’s being done). That way a client knows they are protected in the event damage is done to their existing property. For example, if a contractor was to leave a battery charging overnight, and the battery or charger was to catch fire, causing the entire home to burn down, the contractor’s liability insurance would cover the cost of those damages, as well as replacement cost for the clients belongings. If a contractor does not have proper insurance, a client would be left to battle with their own homeowner’s policy holder, and they may or may not cover those losses.

Mark D. Senior Estimator at P&R Property 

What does it mean to be licensed, insured and bonded?

It means the company has taken the steps to become a licensed business.

They have taken out liability insurance and made payments to a surety company for protection. Liability insurance protects you, your family and your home from personal injuries or property damage.

In other words, the contracting company you have hired are accountable for any damages that could occur under their guidance.

Licensed contractors have been trained to understand and meet all requirements set by the city council and federal government. They will pull the required permits for each project and schedule inspections to make sure your home meets and passes all safety examinations. Having the correct permits is invaluable when it’s time to sell your home.

When a client hires a licensed general contractor, they can be assured that the GC has a deep understanding of all building codes and requirements. Unlicensed contractors would not be able to pull permits, so a client would be at their own risk when hiring these potentially unqualified people.

Mark D. Senior Estimator at P&R Property 

Tips for choosing a reliable and trustworthy general contractor:

  • Check the Better Business Bureau for reviews at www.BBB.org
  • Check references and ask for prior customer reviews
  • Shop around; Secure at least 2-3 bids from different companies

 

P&R Property Group is here for YOU

P&R is a fully Licensed, Insured and Bonded contracting company.

We’ve taken care to ensure that everything we do has the correct protection for all of our customers and employees. 

We know that finding a reputable company that cares about its clients is hard. Therefore, we’ve taken the proper steps to become the company you choose for all of your renovation needs. Reliability, trust and open communication are our top priority.

Feel confident when you contact us for your quote!

Why Obtaining a Permit is Important

Oct 9, 2019 | News

You’ve decided it’s time. You’ve researched, planned and you’ve found the best contractor out there (us!). The next step in the process is filing those permits and waiting on their approval.

So why is this step one of the most important in the entire project?

Firstly, any contractor worth hiring will make sure it’s known upfront if getting a permit is required. Secondly, the reason a permit is imperative comes down to these main points:

  • It’s the law: Any work that requires a permit is made so by City Ordinance. Failing to get such permits can lead to removal of the project and/or other costly remedies. Always follow the law.
  • Saves Money: Work done without permits and inspections is subject to Property Insurers refusal of coverage due to damages etc. You never want to be without  insurance in case of the worst happening.
  • Protects Property Value: Remember that your home or business is an investment that you don’t want to decrease in value. Not complying with the codes adopted by your community can have a big negative impact on your investment.
  • Improves Safety: Your permit is key for the safety and welfare of you, your family & friends or any future owners of the property. Mandatory inspections and checks of the project aid in the contractors work and act as a system of checks to result in the safest project possible.
  • Makes Selling Property Easier: When it’s time to sell and move on you’ll be thankful that permit for sure! Nothing slows down the sale of a property more than invalid permits. As an owner, you are required to disclose any repairs or improvements made and if permits and inspections were obtained. Financial institutions will more often than not refuse to finance a purchase without proof of a final inspection, requiring you to tear down the addition, leave it unoccupied or do costly changes and/or repairs.

P&R Property Consulting Group are very knowledgeable in the permit process. We make it as simple as possible and will keep you updated on the status of the permit throughout the project.

So whether a permit is required or isn’t, we will make sure the experience is as smooth as it can be and walk you through the entire process along the way!

Contact us TODAY for your FREE quote.