| Year Established | 1994 |
|---|---|
| Business Categories | Additions and Remodels, Bathroom Remodeling, Custom Homes, Decks and Porches, Decorators and Designers, Kitchen Remodeling, Roofing, Small Projects and Repairs, Sunrooms, Swimming Pools, Windows in Raleigh, NC |
The question is great for some industries and non-applicable for others. A general contractor, for example, will by definition employ subcontractors. Most Raleigh Additions and Remodels companies do not, but there are exceptions. You should always ask this question to your service providers. If they do use subcontractors, ask if they're all licensed and insured independently.
This really only matters if you have a preference, but it is good to ask. If you have a strong ideological belief about unions or nonunions, it's perfectly acceptable to make a decision based on the preference.
You'll certainly want to ask them this. Steer clear of any company that is not insured in North Carolina, because that means that any incidental damage they may do on your property will be a real hassle to recover compensation for. It is never wise to work with uninsured tradesmen of any kind. Most states also require that someone have insurance in order to be issued a trade license. If they say they're licensed but not insured, they're being less than truthful.
Always ask for references, and always check them. Keep in mind though that the only references you'll get are people who the contractor is certain will give him a good review. You'd also be well advised to check online review sources in Raleigh as well, which will give you a broader view of customer satisfaction for a given company.
