Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Home Improvement Contractor

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Home Improvement ContractorHome improvement projects are an investment in your home. Each project will add to your home value, some more than others. The big three, in terms of home remodeling, are kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, and basement remodeling. Each has a significant return on investment. Perhaps the only thing harder than choosing which project to tackle first is finding the right home improvement contractor in your area; there are a lot. Just go to Google and search “Home Improvement Contractor Frederick.” You may be surprised to find 455,000 results. Yikes! So how can you make sure you hire the best contractor? You have to ask the right questions.

Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Home Improvement Contractor

How many similar projects have you completed in the past year?

In the home improvement industry, experience counts and seeing is believe, as they say. So do not be afraid to ask for references or examples of previous work. While it is impossible to see exactly what you will be getting, looking at similar projects can give you a very good idea of the contractor’s work. A contractor should be able to provide you with a list of projects and references.

Will my contract require a permit? Is that something you handle?

Most areas require permits for building projects. It is important to determine if your project will require such a permit and if the contractor will handle all of the permitting.

Are you insured?

If your contractor isn’t properly insured, you could be held liable if something goes wrong. So don’t be afraid to ask for copies of the insurance certificates.

Who will be my point of contact?

Will you be communicating directly with the home improvement contractor, or will you be dealing with subcontractors on a day to day basis?

Finding a Home Improvement Contractor in Frederick, Maryland

Albaugh & Sons is a Home Improvement contractor located in Frederick, Maryland, specializing in bathroom, kitchen, and basement remodeling. Contact us today for a FREE estimate. We can handle everything from obtaining the permits to scheduling your final inspection. We pay meticulous attention to detail to ensure that every aspect of your remodel is exactly how you imagined it.

If you are looking for a Home Improvement Contractor in Frederick, you’ve come to the right place! Please contact Albaugh & Sons at 301-964-9379 or fill out the contact form found on our website. We are based in Frederick, Maryland and service all of Frederick County and parts of Washington and Carroll counties.

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Customer Testimonials

We could talk all day about the happy homeowners we’ve provided renovations for, but the real measure of merit lies in customer reviews. See what people are saying about Albaugh & Sons.

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Bonnie
21:41 27 Nov 24
I just want to say this company is the Best.. did my fence and my screened in porch. The guys are professional and just a delight to deal with.. customer service is important.. their prices are reasonable.. I would never use anyone but them.. they do it All too..
Alexander S.
16:32 22 Nov 24
We could not be more pleased with the entire process and outcome of our experience with Albaugh & Sons. From the timely turnaround on coming out to give us an estimate, to the flexibility on adjusting our proposal, and to the quick and professional installation itself. I would highly recommend Albaugh & Sons to anyone in their area of serviceability.
Abby G.
14:50 04 Nov 24
So great to work with. Have had the pleasure of working with both sons who were knowledgeable and courteous. The entire process was easy from estimate to completion of my new deck. Both arrived on time, had my estimate for both deck and basement remodel in a couple of days. Danny, the project manager arrived on time and explained the plans, the work crew were amazing. Old deck demolished and beautiful new composite in its place in less than 2 days. Tiffany, the office manager is prompt in responding to all emails with courteous knowledgeable answers. They make you feel like you are their only customer. Look forward to working with them for my basement remodel. I 100% recommend this company.
James L.
13:49 10 Oct 24
We love our new fence. Thanks Emily and George for everything. Excellent communication, timeliness and excellent workmanship. We highly recommend Albaugh and Sons.
John K.
13:19 31 Aug 24
I had a beautiful deck built almost 2 years ago. I called yesterday about a few items that have come apart such as the pvc outside corners on the rim/ band board etc. The company was very responsive and ready and eager to help. Because of this, they have made a customer for life! Not only will you get an amazing product, but it appears you get a lifetime of amazing customer service!! 100 out of 5 stars!
Van Lavoy J.
17:06 01 Apr 24
We needed a fence as fast as possible for 5 rescue dogs that we took on. Albaugh and Sons was able to provide a great quote and a speedy installation. My wife and I love the new fence. It has literally improved our day to day lives by being able to let the dogs run free in the back. The materials were perfect and high quality. I would definitely recommend them to friends and family.
Bill D.
20:50 24 Mar 24
I hired Albaugh and Sons to tear out our old deck and replace it with a new composite deck/ screened porch. The front office was a pleasure to deal with and kept my wife and I informed on everything. The crew did an amazing job every step of the way. I was especially impressed with their finish work. The attention to detail was impressive! What I also liked Albaugh and Sons is they had a project manager (Danny) who would occasionally pop over and answer questions and would also keep me updated on progress. I would highly recommend hiring Albaugh and Sons for any of your fence/ deck / home improvement needs.
Joseph D.
15:39 04 Oct 23
We are very pleased with the work done by Albaugh and sons. We had them replace our side porch and they did excellent work and built it to our request. Also had them install a three tier rail fence around our property. It is excellent and looks great. We thank Danny and his deck crew and George and his fence crew for their excellent work. I recommend them for any projects you need done. Thank you very much!!