7 things to check before you order facade work
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- Who will actually do the work?Ask whether the crew belongs to the contractor itself, and which work-at-height certificates the workers hold.
- InsuranceMake sure there is third-party and professional liability insurance, and ask for a copy of the policy before the work starts.
- A written, detailed quoteThe quote should specify the work, the materials, the work area and the schedule - not just a total price.
- Payment termsPayment in stages by the progress of the work is better than paying in full in advance. Make sure the balance is paid only after inspection and handover.
- WarrantyAsk how long the warranty lasts, what it covers, and get it in writing.
- Residents' consentIn a shared building it is worth having a building committee decision and telling the residents the dates and hours in advance.
- Inspection before and afterPhotograph the wall before and after, and inspect the work together with the contractor before the final payment.
