Common Red Flags - Reasons Not to Hire a Contractor

Reasons Not to Hire a Contractor 1. You can't verify the contractor's name, address, telephone number or credentials. 2. You can't verify that the contractor is licensed with the Contractor's Board. 3. The contractor demands cash payments or large payments up front. 4. The contractor asks you to obtain building permits. 5. The contractor will not provide you a detailed written contract/estimate. Credit: Nevada State Contractors Board Ready, Set, Hire PDF

Nesco Construction is a Licensed, Bonded, and Insured General Contractor

Nesco Construction is a properly licensed, bonded, and insured general contractor in the State of Nevada.  We pride ourselves on the fact that we care!  Nesco Construction will show up on time, complete the project in a timely manner, and clean up our mess.  We like to refer to this as the “Nesco Experience.”  We have several satisfied customers that will provide references and encourage you to contact them to find out the truth.

The Warning Signs of an Unscrupulous Contractor

• Door-to-Door Solicitations Someone comes to your door offering to fix your roof, re-tile your floor or re-landscape your yard for a reduced price. Once payment is made, little or no work is done and the project is abandoned.
• Verbal Agreements A contractor says that a written contract is unnecessary and promises to do the job with a verbal agreement. He or she takes advantage of the situation to perform shoddy work or no work at all.
• High Pressure Sales An unscrupulous contractor pushes for an immediate decision about work, which makes it impossible for you to get competitive bids, check his license or review references.
• Demand for Cash A contractor demands cash payments, or offers to drive you to the bank to withdraw funds. With money in hand, he or she takes the money and runs.
• Scare Tactics A deceitful contractor offers to perform a free inspection, then claims that bad wiring, bad plumbing or a leaky roof put you in peril. He or she pressures you to agree to over-priced work.
• Large Down Payments A dishonest contractor demands a large down payment to cover supplies and pay workers. On most types of contracts, there is no set amount for a down payment. However, it is a good rule of thumb not to let the payments get ahead of the work.

Things to Know About when Dealing with General Contractors

• • Get your contract in writing and don’t sign anything until you understand the terms.
  • You may want a friend, relative or legal counsel to review the contract before you sign it.
  • Include in your contract specific description of work to be done, materials to be used, total cost of the project, and start and completion dates.
  • Don’t pay cash.
  • Include a payment schedule in your written contract.
  • Don’t let the payments get ahead of the work.
  • If you have questions, call the Nevada State Contractors Board.
  • Pay by check.
  • Obtain receipts for payments

Why Hire a Licensed Contractor?

If you are considering a home construction, repair, remodel, addition, demolition, electrical, plumbing, air conditioning, landscaping or installing a new pool, you will need a contractor to do the work. In the State of Nevada, that contractor should have a proper contractor’s license for his specific trade. Licensed contractors have met experience and examination requirements and are required to maintain bonds and workers compensation insurance and have established their financial responsibility; therefore, it is wise to insist that your contractor be licensed. Your home is one of your biggest investments – be aware of your rights and responsibilities when hiring any person to work on it. An informed and prepared consumer is key to a successful project.