In addition to checking a contractor’s qualifications before hiring them to make sure they are qualified for the job, homeowners should also do their research on contractor red flags. Here’s an overview of what to expect from an ethical contractor and the warning signs you need to keep an eye out for. 

What to Expect from an Ethical Contractor

Ethical contractors should: 

• Screen employees to ensure they are aligned with their values. Ethical contractors should have processes in place that make sure the employees they hire are not only qualified, but also align with the company’s values.  
• Put in place processes for reporting violations. In case there are any ethical violations committed by a company’s workers, there should be processes in place for reporting and dealing with them.  
• Have a code of ethics that outlines expectations for employees. Employees should be aware of what’s expected of them. That’s why DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of St. Louis Park has a Code of Values™ which is central to how we conduct ourselves in business. We live our Code of Values by respecting our customers, doing our best to understand their needs and abiding by all the agreements we make. 
• Communicate their values to employees. Having a code of ethics isn’t enough—company management should communicate their expectations to employees. At DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of St. Louis Park, we have implemented processes for keeping our Code of Values in practice. 
• Be committed to delivering on their promises. An ethical contractor will only make promises they intend to keep. This commitment is reflected in DreamMaker’s full-service remodeling approach. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of St. Louis Park only provides a home remodel estimate after our contractors have finished inspecting your home. This is to ensure the estimate is as accurate as possible. We also provide detailed contracts that clearly map our expectations of the project and include a detailed project timeline. 

Warning Signs to Keep an Eye Out For

Here are the red flags you need to keep an eye out for: 

• High-pressure sales tactics. Tactics that pressure homeowners to immediately sign a contract are a warning sign. Ethical contractors don’t resort to such tactics and will instead give their customers enough time to do their research and carefully consider a home remodeling or bathroom quote. 
• An uneasy feeling when dealing with a contractor. Home improvement projects are essentially a collaboration between you and your contractor. If you’re uneasy when dealing with a certain contractor, it’s best to trust your gut and keep looking. 

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Look up “home remodeler near me” and give DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of St. Louis Park a call at  (954) 637-6386. You can also get in touch with us via our online form to get started! We serve homeowners in Stillwater, Afton, Sunfish Lake and many surrounding communities.