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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 2:15 pm to Purplehaze
quote:
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.
Great idea. Short of actually building a new house, this is how I handle any construction/renovation project. It also assures that quality products are being used.
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 2:24 pm to Purplehaze
quote:
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.
Problem I have had with doing this is when the materials get delivered and something is damaged or wrong, now you have to pay that crew a fee because they just wasted a trip/day/whatever to come to a job and do nothing. Happened to me with a flooring job.
If you hire a respectable fence company, theyre going to ask you what type of wood you want then they will go pick it all up and tell you everything theyre getting on the contract before you sign it. It might cost a little more but the headache of dealing with potential problems isnt there. Thats not worth a few bucks to me after my flooring supply debacle
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:28 pm to tketaco
I paid someone to do my first fence years ago. I now do my own. Rent a good auger from home depot. Ste the post and pour a dry bag of cement in around it. Wet with hose. Repeat. Throq up 2x4 runners and get a nail gun to affix pickets. Its not a bad job. Will save you thousands.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:29 pm to PenguinNinja
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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 2:49 pm to tketaco
quote:
Why not Mexicans? My Mexicans demo'ed installed in 2 days.
Hook a brother up. I need to replace the fence at our rental soon.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:54 pm to AtticusOSullivan
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I paid someone to do my first fence years ago. I now do my own.
Never change, OT, never change.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 2:59 pm to Bjorn Cyborg
Why not do it yourself? It’s not rocket science baw.
This post was edited on 1/14/24 at 3:00 pm
Posted on 1/14/24 at 3:13 pm to AtticusOSullivan
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Ste the post and pour a dry bag of cement in around it. Wet with hose.
If you're in south Louisiana you don't need to wet anything.
The concrete will soak up what it needs and in 3 days your ready.
I usually set posts the weekend before I start work.
Posted on 1/14/24 at 3:20 pm to AtticusOSullivan
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get a nail gun to affix pickets.
Only if you want them peeling off in three years.
Insist on screws, not nails.
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