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Let’s talk tradesmen. Some are good, some not so good. Let us prepare you with some knowledge to help you weed out the dodgy ones from the great ones.

We all know bad tradesmen stories – when the work hasn't been done or even started, or when they are unreliable and unprofessional. Maybe they even make a promise that they'll arrive one morning only to never show up.

You don't want that!

Choosing a tradesman for your home improvement job can be daunting. You want someone that does quality work and will stand behind the product they provide. There are many tradesmen out there willing to take on your home improvement project, however, not all of them have the right qualities needed for a successful home improvement project, let alone a roof restoration and painting project.

What are the qualities of a good tradesman?

Here are some tips that will make the whole financial part of the process easier:

Pricing Tip 1: Understand the costs involved

This is important because there are often a variety of hard-costs to the tradesman involved in any job. There may be additional permits or equipment, for example, that need hiring, or extras like removal of old materials that might need to be included in the price.

Pricing Tip 2: Get multiple quote/estimates

By getting multiple quotes, you can compare how each tradesman distributes the costs of their work. This might give you an idea of quality as well. Maybe one tradesman has several people to help them complete the job and can do it quickly but at a higher cost. In contrast, another may only have one or two people working on it. The work may take longer, but it guarantees high-quality results and attention to detail. 

Understand that a tradesman's price is only part of the overall cost of your job. When comparing quotes, remember again that it's not just about price.

The “Fast, Cheap, High Quality” Triangle

A helpful tool to consider is the "fast, cheap, high quality" triangle. In this triangle, you only ever get two sides. If you want something fast and cheap, it's generally not going to be high quality. Or, suppose you want high quality and fast, it's generally not going to be cheap. You get the idea. The ideal tradesman will fall somewhere in the middle of this triangle, where you get the timeline, quality, and price that make you happy.

What questions should you ask when hiring a tradesman?

 Ask yourself if he will finish the job in the time frame promised. Does he ask questions about installing specific items, or does he make assumptions? Does he need to draw them out? Does he make changes on the fly or stick with the plan? Do you like him? Are there other people working there? If not, why not? Are his employees well-mannered and hard-working too, or is he running a one-man show?

Takeaways

Now you know. Ask the right questions, be informed, and be prepared for all that goes along with hiring a tradesman to work on your home. Doing so, will ensure you're choosing the best tradesman to complete your project, one who not only can do the job but also values their customers. Hiring someone honest, reliable, and reputable will help alleviate the stress of making a big decision that sometimes can seem like a gamble.

With ColourMe Painting Roof Restorations, you can be sure that we weigh up all these factors when providing our services to you. Customer service is at the forefront of our business' priorities - Give us a call today to inquire about your roof restoration works.