Advice for New Home Buyers

Make Sure Your Dream Doesn't Become a Nightmare...

The Best Advice to Avoid the Worst Mistakes
When You Build or Remodel Your Home

Choosing a contractor is the most important decision you'll make when you decide to build or remodel. Make sure you know what to look for before hiring a contractor:

1. Your contractor should be licensed. Licensed contractors offer protections to you through the state that unlicensed contractors do not such as a 10-year warranty, workers' compensation insurance, general liability insurance and the contractor recovery fund.

2. Your contractor should be experienced with the type of work you want done. See our questions to ask for tips on selecting the appropriate contractor for your job.

3. Your contractor should be professional and care about the quality of service you will be receiving. Check with your local builders association for a list of builders in your area that care about the community they work in. The Builders Association of Minnesota is a voluntary organization of licensed contractors and remodelers who are committed to a code of ethics and ongoing training on the latest codes, technical requirements and building skills.
   
   Your local builders association is the best resource available for finding the highest quality contractors and remodelers in every region of Minnesota. The members of your local builders association live in the communities they serve. Their livelihoods depend on providing reliable, quality service on every project.

Learn more about the Builders Association of Minnesota and its members.