The questions that actually matter
Ask these on the first site visit. Any answer that's hedged or off-the-cuff is a signal worth following up on.
- Are you licensed and insured in Alabama? Can I see the certificates?
- Will you pull the permit (city/county), or do I?
- Who is doing the install, your employees or subcontractors?
- What's included in this price, line by line?
- What's NOT included that's likely to come up as a change order?
- What's the warranty, labor, materials, and how long for each?
- What's the deposit, payment schedule, and final-payment trigger?
- What happens if there's hidden water damage behind the walls?
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Frequently asked questions
Do flooring installers need a license in Alabama?+
Alabama's Home Builders Licensure Board licenses residential builders for projects over a certain threshold. The City of Birmingham and most surrounding municipalities also require permits and contractor registration for room work that moves plumbing. Verify on the AHBLB site and confirm your municipality's requirements before signing.
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