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I’m hiring a contractor to replace my fence
Posted on 1/14/24 at 1:57 pm
Posted on 1/14/24 at 1:57 pm
My back neighbor is replacing his back fence that I share with him. Rather than just do that chunk, I’m considering replacing all my fence using the same contractor that my neighbor is using.
I’ve never really hired a contractor to do anything big like this on a home. Is there anything I need to ask him for before committing to make sure I don’t get sued if he gets hurt or to protect myself from him running off with the 25% up front that he’s requesting?
I’ve never really hired a contractor to do anything big like this on a home. Is there anything I need to ask him for before committing to make sure I don’t get sued if he gets hurt or to protect myself from him running off with the 25% up front that he’s requesting?
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Posted on 1/14/24 at 1:59 pm to PenguinNinja
Contractor?
Why not a fence company?
Why not a fence company?
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:00 pm to PenguinNinja
quote:if he is not presenting you with a contract that goes over these details, use someone else.
Is there anything I need to ask him for before committing to make sure I don’t get sued if he gets hurt or to protect myself
quote:see above
or to protect myself from him running off with the 25% up front that he’s requesting?
This post was edited on 1/14/24 at 2:03 pm
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:00 pm to PenguinNinja
Make sure your boyfriend is present so he doesn’t try to rip you off.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:07 pm to PenguinNinja
He is probably using a fence company. Check out the company online. People that build fences, cut down trees, etc are licensed/bonded/insured for whatever they are doing. These guys have the means to fix the destruction caused by a screwup.
The guys in the white truck at home depot are just going to shrug their shoulders when a disaster happens and leave and never be seen again
The guys in the white truck at home depot are just going to shrug their shoulders when a disaster happens and leave and never be seen again
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:07 pm to PenguinNinja
The usual bullshite reason to get upfront payment is to buy materials. Tell him to give you a list of what he will need and that you will buy it using your credit card (easy to return and/or cancel) and have it delivered to your house the day before he plans on arriving to do the installation.
Now comes the trickier part, paying for the labor. If it is a one day install, then use a very old form of payment called a check. If a 2 day or more job, give him a check for the pro rata ortion less 10% each day. That 10% insures he will return.
Small item for consideration. Check the gate latch/lock carefully. Some of them are a pain to use.
Now comes the trickier part, paying for the labor. If it is a one day install, then use a very old form of payment called a check. If a 2 day or more job, give him a check for the pro rata ortion less 10% each day. That 10% insures he will return.
Small item for consideration. Check the gate latch/lock carefully. Some of them are a pain to use.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:11 pm to PenguinNinja
Does he speak English?
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:16 pm to PenguinNinja
Why are you paying a middle man just to build a fence? Usually need a contractor if the job involves multiple trades.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:18 pm to PenguinNinja
Why not Mexicans? My Mexicans demo'ed installed in 2 days.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:29 pm to PenguinNinja
ChatGPT:
Before committing to a contractor, it's essential to ask for proof of insurance, including liability coverage. Additionally, request a written contract specifying the scope of work, payment terms, and a timeline. Consider checking references and reviews to ensure the contractor's reliability. It's also advisable to confirm local regulations regarding permits for fence installations.
Before committing to a contractor, it's essential to ask for proof of insurance, including liability coverage. Additionally, request a written contract specifying the scope of work, payment terms, and a timeline. Consider checking references and reviews to ensure the contractor's reliability. It's also advisable to confirm local regulations regarding permits for fence installations.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:34 pm to PenguinNinja
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the 25% up front that he’s requesting
No and hell no. Paying upfront is a sure way to never see the guy again.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:47 pm to PenguinNinja
Just call a fence company and don’t worry about any of this.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 3:21 pm to PenguinNinja
Buy all the materials yourself, buy compressor and nail gun. Not a hard job at all. After buying everything, you’ll still save a bunch of money. A buddy and I did about, 60 ft. In less than two days. Demo and rebuild. All post were still good.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 3:33 pm to PenguinNinja
Do it yourself. It’s not that hard. Contractors today are absolutely worthless.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 3:33 pm to PenguinNinja
Be sure to go with chain link. It's classier.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 4:18 pm to PenguinNinja
It I recall, you should name the company as an additional insured on your policy or he should name you, I can’t recall. Ask your agent. Him being licensed and insured doesn’t protect you if he’s injured on your property, say he falls down. Adding as an additional insured is what folks who work in insurance that I know do.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 4:31 pm to PenguinNinja
Just use a reputable fencing company. We had to put a vinyl fence up per HOA guidelines, cost 5k. Half upon contract signing and half after completion. They do almost all the fences in our neighborhood so no worry about them bailing.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 5:13 pm to PenguinNinja
Make sure you/they call 311 to mark all buried utilities BEFORE they start. Guy 2 doors down didn’t call and the jackleg he hired to do the work hit a fiber cable - I think he’s still in litigation over that one.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 5:27 pm to PenguinNinja
Owned/operated a fence biz for 20 years. Asked for and received 50% deposit on all jobs. Worked almost exclusively off of word of mouth advertising though, so my clients came through referrals from someone they knew, which helped with trust concerns.
Also exclusively used nails on wood fence, but they were ACQ "dipped" so they wouldn't "bleed" (black stain flowing down) and were ring-shanked, to hold more like a screw. You could also ask for several references and addresses to drive by.
Also exclusively used nails on wood fence, but they were ACQ "dipped" so they wouldn't "bleed" (black stain flowing down) and were ring-shanked, to hold more like a screw. You could also ask for several references and addresses to drive by.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 5:49 pm to PenguinNinja
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