Top 10 Home Builders in Bellwood, IL
Top questions to ask before hiring a home builder
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.
Recent reviews for Bellwood Home Builders
Home Service Direct, LLC sent over a handyman to paint 2 bedrooms. The paint job was pretty good. However, we are starting to notice little things that were not cleaned up or put back in place properly. There is some paint on the window trim and one of...
Home Services Direct redid the kitchen and then the bathroom in my condo in Glen Ellyn. The work started when promised and was completed quickly (less than a week for each including repainting) with no muss or fuss. The crew came back immediately (withi...
I hired Mr Ignacio Camacho to preform work at my home. We had a contract and he requested a hefty deposit for labor and materials. I paid it. He preformed one day of work, that ultimately resulted in a fire in my home. He signed a letter saying he would r...
Initially impressed before I was signed on as a client. Once signed on as a client, poor responsiveness and lack of communication.
Everything You Need to Know About Bellwood Home Builders
How do I know that I found the right Home Builder in Bellwood for my home building services project?
Finding the right home builder for your project can be stressful.... when you don't search with Porch. We've pulled together everything you need to know about Home Building Services in Bellwood so you can have some peace of mind before starting your project.
Here’s what you need to know to choose the right home builder in Bellwood:
- Are they properly licensed? Bellwood has 2 licensed Home Builders Pros.
- Are they BBB accredited? 2 pros in Bellwood are.
- Check if they are they BBB rated: 13 are A-rated in Bellwood.
- Is the quality worth the price? Make sure to find the home builder that can deliver the quality you're looking for, without going way over your budget. Don't forget that every job is going to be different.
- Speak with them over the phone: Contact multiple home builders pros to see if you’re on the same page when it comes to your project.
How does invoicing/payment work for most Home Builder projects in Bellwood?
Every project differs, but you should ask any home builder for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any home building services work is done.
If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for home builders to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your home builder 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 home builder to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.
What should I check for once my Home Builder in Bellwood has finished working?
Every home building services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any home building services company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with home building services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the home builder to describe what they did. Whether your home building services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your home building services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the home builder do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.
All Home Builders in Bellwood, IL
Latest projects near Bellwood
I'm flexible
repairing basement floor replacing flooring
Interior
Flooring
Planning & budgeting
Home/residence
No
Yes
Within a week
Something else
Both my porches and my walkway is cracked
No
Within a month
Something else
I am interested in getting a address sign installed.
No
I'm flexible
Something else
Repair or replace a small 100 year old gate on our family owned grotto in a cemetery
Yes, I have sketches and a basic idea of what I want