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When you want the best for your remodel, save time and money. Search our Trade Associates first!

Looking for an experienced plumber or an electrician? Want to find the perfect cabinets and countertop? Perhaps you want to create a designer closet or maybe hire an interior decorator.

TampaBayRemodelers.net connects you with top professionals in the remodeling industry. All the Trade Associates featured on this site are members of the Tampa Bay Builders Association Remodeler's Council. We are sworn to ethics, participate in ongoing education and volunteer our time and money to remodeling and community initiatives that help advance both the building industry and our Tampa Bay neighborhoods.

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The Remodeler's Council in no way guarantees workmanship, materials or equipment. Remodeler's Council members are independent contractors and not agents or employees of the Tampa Bay Builders Association or the Remodeler's Council. Check out our tips for hiring the right remodeler or trade associate! Have questions or suggestions? Contact us!

Tips for Finding the Right Trade Associate

Currently, there is a government building being renovated. A big problem was created from water intrusion. It turns out that the windows were installed backwards. The manufacturer didn't manufacture bad windows; the trade partner installed them incorrectly.

We could all tell stories of how a repair or remodel project turned sour. This article is not to imply that trades people are bad. This is to simply point out that trades associates are human and make mistakes, and the simple fact is, some are better than others. That's why it is extremely important that a contractor, homeowner or property owner choose the right trade partner(s). Choosing a trade partner with a bad reputation, a history of mistakes or simply choosing a trade partner because they are cheaper is a mistake. Choosing the right trade partners is the most important decision that a homeowner or contractor can make; a little bit of homework may save years of headaches and expenses. The information is out there; you just have to look. Although no one is perfect and mistakes will be made regardless of the business's history, statistics truly tell a story.

What you can do to find the right trade associate:

• Make sure they are currently licensed and insured. Learn about Why Licenses Matter.
• Ask for references and then follow up.
• Ask for proof of completed projects.
• Ask for verifiable information on their experience, education and training.
• Check the Better Business Bureau to see if complaints have been filed.
• Check the State Licensing Board to see if complaints have been filed. More on How to Protect Yourself.
• If it's a trade that supplies material, contact material suppliers to get character feedback.
• Ask building inspectors for feedback. Some will give you feedback and some will not, but the body language speaks volumes.
• Visit their office or facilities. How they organize their office or facilities will give you a pretty good idea of how they run their business. Is it adequately clean and organized or obviously dirty and cluttered?
• Run a criminal background check. It's easy and inexpensive.

In closing, it's well worth the time to do a little research and cheaper is not synonymous with better.

The Remodelers Council in no way guarantees workmanship, materials or equipment. Remodelers Council members are independent contractors and not agents or employees of the Tampa Bay Builders Association or the Remodelers Council.Check out our tips for hiring the right remodeler or trade associate! Have questions or suggestions? Contact us!