Tips for finding & choosing contractors

by Brian Wolka, Member Services Director

 

We receive many calls from members seeking contractors to hire for all kinds of projects. Many members also ask us who we would recommend. That question puts us in a difficult position and one we avoid answering. However we would like to provide you with tips on how to locate contractors and how to choose one.

 

First let’s talk about where to find contractors. A good place to start used to be business listings in telephone company books, but those listings and services are decreasing daily. Using the Internet is now one of the quickest places to search. Start with your local Chamber of Commerce websites. Almost all of them list local contractors who belong to the Chamber.

 

Equipment manufacturers usually have a "Find a Dealer" search engine on their websites. Other good places to check are local hardware stores and building supply outlets. Additionally, consumer service listing agencies such as Angie’s List.

 

Click here to go to a printable checklist of questions to ask potential contractors.

 

We hope you will find these suggestions helpful.

 

Click here to find a list of Indiana Touchstone Energy® HOME builders.