Choosing the right contractor is one of the most important decisions in your construction journey. These 20 questions will help you evaluate a contractor's reliability, transparency, and technical capability before you commit.
Experience & References
- ▸How many residential construction projects have you completed in the last 2 years?
- ▸Can I visit one of your recently completed projects?
- ▸Can you provide contact details of 2-3 past clients who are willing to speak?
- ▸Have you built in this specific area/soil type before?
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BOQ & Pricing
- ▸Will you provide a detailed itemized BOQ with quantities, brands, and rates?
- ▸What happens if material prices change after signing?
- ▸What items are NOT included in your quote?
- ▸Can you explain why your quote is different from the other quotes I received?
Construction Quality
- ▸Who is the site engineer responsible for my project daily?
- ▸Do you conduct concrete slump tests and cube compression tests?
- ▸What concrete grades do you use for slabs and columns?
- ▸What steel grade do you specify?
Documentation & Warranty
- ▸Do you provide Lab test reports at each stage?
- ▸What warranty do you provide and what does it cover?
- ▸Will you hand over all test records and documentation at handover?
- ▸Do you provide a Property Passport or any kind of property record at handover?
Payment & Timeline
- ▸What is the payment milestone schedule?
- ▸What is the penalty for construction delays?
- ▸Under what circumstances can you claim additional cost?
- ▸What dispute resolution process is in our contract?
FAQs
What if a contractor refuses to answer these questions?
A contractor who cannot or will not answer these questions is a red flag. Transparency about process, quality checks, and documentation should not be difficult for a confident, experienced contractor.
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