Top 1 Asphalt & Paving Contractors in Bakersfield, CA
Top questions to ask before hiring an asphalt & paving contractor
A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.
Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?
Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.
First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.
Everything You Need to Know About Bakersfield Asphalt & Paving Contractors
How many asphalt & paving contractors does Bakersfield have?
There are around 50 companies throughout Bakersfield to help you with your next asphalt services job.
- 21 of them have an A or A+ rating from Better Business Bureau.
How does invoicing/payment work for most Asphalt & Paving Contractor projects in Bakersfield?
Every project differs, but you should ask any asphalt & paving contractor for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any asphalt services work is done.
If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for asphalt & paving contractors to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your asphalt & paving contractor project.
If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the asphalt & paving contractor to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.
What should I check for once my Asphalt & Paving Contractor in Bakersfield has finished working?
Every asphalt services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any asphalt services company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with asphalt services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the asphalt & paving contractor to describe what they did. Whether your asphalt services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your asphalt services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the asphalt & paving contractor do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.
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