Many people these days are staying in their homes and remodeling, instead of moving, in order to avoid losing money due to the low home values across the nation. If you are one of these people, make sure that you hire the right contractor by following these steps:
1. In South Carolina, look up a contractor's license through the SC Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation's web site, https:/verify.llronline.com/liclooklup
2. Ask to see a contractor's insurance policies and note the name of the insurers and policy numbers.
3. Look at the Remodelers Council of Greater Columbia web site (remcouncil.com). It includes a list of remodelers who are members of the organization, which is part of the Home Builders Association of Greater Columbia.
4. Is your remodeler a Certified Remodeler? NARI has a certification program that ensures a formalized standard of expertise, knowledge and ethical conduct among professional remodelers. NARI Professional Certification includes: Certified Remodelers, Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodelers and Certified Lead Carpenters.
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