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By Reuben Walker

Avoid construction disasters: use a licensed contractor, not a handyman

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Licensed contractor versus a handyman: make the smart choice

When it comes time for a home renovation or restoration project, people often think of a handyman. But this can be a costly option.

According to Google, a handyman is “a person who is able or employed to do occasional domestic repairs and minor renovations”. A handyman may be competent for hanging artwork, replacing a lock, or installing blinds. But when it comes to “construction” that will have a lasting impact on your home or business, the smart choice is using a licensed contractor.

According to wiseGEEK a licensed or general contractor’s:

“license may be for general construction, or may be obtained for specialized fields, such as plumbing, painting or knowledge of heating and cooling systems like HVAC. Hiring a licensed Contractor tends to assure that one is getting someone with knowledge of state laws regarding building and has a greater degree of experience.

Additionally, people cannot usually obtain a Contractor’s license unless they are also incorporated as a business. This protects both the contractor and would-be employers. If a worker with a contractor’s license performs shoddy work or builds any type of building that does not come up to code, he or she can lose his or her license, as well as being sued by employers.”

Why is important to use a licensed contractor? It comes down to professionalism, performance, and permits.

Professionalism

By its nature a license implies professionalism. The holder is judged to be competent, knowledgeable, experienced, and qualified to carry out the licensed work. This professionalism holds true for a licensed contractor in the construction industry. These general contractors consider every aspect of their work’s impact on your home.

Efficiency

Because a licensed professional has experience and knowledge of a variety of techniques, they know the best and most efficient way to complete individual tasks and entire projects. They have the latest “book” knowledge plus the hands-on experience from doing the work many times before. Thus, you have lower costs for your project. The savings come via less unused construction material and fewer labor hours.

Safety

A licensed contractor is required to meet OSHA safety standards. Meeting them means the job site is safer from accidents that can derail your project’s completion. The results of their work are safer as well since they meet local codes.

They often have worker’s compensation insurance. It will cover costs in the unlikely event of an accident. This medical coverage lessens the odds of an injured worker suing you because the accident occurred on your property.

Shoddy construction can have life or death consequences, especially electrical work.

Quality

Licensed contractors have to produce quality work in order meet the codes mentioned above. It is also required for them to maintain their license. They are usually an incorporated business that must do top work to retain customers and repeat business. Thus they have a long-term commitment to quality. It’s not a one-off with them.

Performance

Contractors also have a proven track record. Because of their commitment to quality and efficiency, they have many clients, repeat business, and a work history. You can access that record via referrals and conversations with previous customers.

Training

Part of maintaining a license is certification for job-site safety practices. Another part is mastering the latest and best construction techniques. They are also familiar with cutting-edge products. Training ensures safe construction and functionality of the completed work.

Bonding

Licensed professional are often bonded. They are financially responsible for their work and any damage to your home or building. Bonding protects you should the contractor perform sub-par work, not complete your project, or fail to pay their subcontractors and suppliers. It removes your liability.

Permits

Licensed contractors pull any needed permits for your project. They make sure the work meets local legal requirements. And they make sure it passes all inspections and will not cause problems for you down the road.

Conclusion

As you can see professionalism, performance, and proper permits are paramount if you want to avoid construction disasters.

The key is to avoiding costly mistakes is choosing a trustworthy and licensed contractor. It is important to have a GC who understands you and your business or property. You want someone you can count on to provide quality, safety, and value. And you want them to prevent any problems in the future.

When it comes time to think about your next construction project, choose CAM Contracting.

Filed Under: Commercial Building Remodeling, Home Renovation or Restoration Tagged With: General Contractor, handyman, licensed contractor

By Reuben Walker

Time for a home addition or renovation? Read this first.

Image of a home addition by CAM Contracting of Orlando, FL.
Choosing a GC you can trust is vital for your home addition.

Selecting the perfect contractor is a must for your new living space.

Taking the decision to renovate or add on to your home is one of the most exciting ones you can make. And it is an important decision. You are about to invest in a living space you will enjoy for years to come. You’ve researched the best additions or renovations that will add to the resale value of your home. Congratulations.

Selecting the right construction partner is vital if you don’t want any regrets in the future. A wrong decision is expensive if not impossible to reverse.

Whether you are adding a garage, loft, or breakfast room your choice of contractor is important. No matter if you are finishing out a basement or adding a second floor, you need to make a wise choice. You want to get your money’s worth without any disasters that could result from going about the work on the cheap.

What are some common types of renovations and additions?

An addition or renovation for your home could include:

  • minor remodeling of existing space such as kitchen cabinets.
  • major remodeling like moving load-bearing walls or bathroom renovations that involve plumbing.
  • build-out of unfinished space into living space like finishing out a basement into a game room or man cave.
  • an addition to your house like a covered deck or garage.

What should you think about?

If you are adding on to your house, there is one important thing to do. Think about how the addition will impact your current living space. Most people make this mistake of not doing this.

The functionality and furnishings you will move to the new space free up space in your current home. A smart renovation of the cleared space could improve your home life even more. You can even integrate design elements that tie the existing and new areas together.

 

Image of CAM Contracting of Orlando, FL working on a home addition.
A trusty and reliable partner is key to your home addition or renovation.

Why is selecting the perfect general contractor important?

As mentioned above choosing the right construction partner is critical. They will interact with government agencies and utilities to avoid pitfalls that can come back to bite you. You need a contractor that excels at communication and can understand your vision.

You want one that will ask questions about how you will use the new space. That way they can make recommendations that will both save you money and add functionality you may not have thought of.

For example, if you were enclosing your front porch to make a foyer and did not have an alarm system. The new space would be an excellent location for one along with other smart home controls.  You might even add a small closet space for coats and boots that could free up space in your existing closets.

Why choose CAM?

Please contact us to see why CAM Contracting should be your partner for an addition or renovation.

Our owners, David and Rhonda Seip founded CAM Contracting in 1995. They did so to build a strong and lasting construction company based on personalized service and trust. There are some shady contractors out there. We are their antithesis and prove that it is possible for a construction company to be an honest company.

But you don’t just have to take our word for it. See what our clients have to say.

Choose CAM Contracting of Orlando for your construction mangement partner.

 

Filed Under: Home Addition, Home Renovation or Restoration Tagged With: Addition, Build-out, General Contractor, Major Remodeling, Minor Remodeling

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CAM Contracting is a stellar organization

I have had the pleasure to know David Seip for over ten years. Initially, we worked as colleagues at the...

Michael Joiner, President
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2014-12-14T23:19:36-05:00

Michael Joiner, President
Empire Construction & Development Corp.

I have had the pleasure to know David Seip for over ten years. Initially, we worked as colleagues at the same company.   As we progressed in our own respected aspects as contractors we worked as separate entities together on the same projects. Empire Construction has hired CAM Contracting for several projects and we feel that CAM Contracting is a stellar organization priding themselves on not only speed but accuracy in completing a project. I have met and worked with many types of businessmen over the years from developers and investors to sub-contractors. I have found many to be less in substance than they profess to be in words. David Seip is an honest, upstanding businessman and an excellent General Contractor. It is our belief that CAM Contracting would be a wise choice if you want your project to be completed on time and within your budgetary restrictions. Feel free to contact me personally if you have further questions. Sincerely,
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the results are not only amazing but beautiful as well

If you are looking for a reliable and honest contractor, look no further than CAM Contracting, LLC! Dave Seip, the...

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2014-12-14T23:35:08-05:00

Jacqueline Randolph

If you are looking for a reliable and honest contractor, look no further than CAM Contracting, LLC! Dave Seip, the owner, uses the highest quality of professionalism, materials, and sub-contractors to insure a superb job without the inflated cost. We had CAM Contracting install wood flooring throughout our house, including our staircase. Due to poor construction from the original builder, each stair was a different width and depth. Although the job was very tedious, Dave and his sub-contractor, also named Dave, took the time to measure each stair and the results are not only amazing but beautiful as well. I highly recommend CAM Contracting! Sincerely,
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You did an efficient, clean, and excellent job!

Thank you so much for taking care of all the things that needed fixing at our house. Replacing the ballast...

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2014-12-14T23:36:32-05:00

Tracey Meikle

Thank you so much for taking care of all the things that needed fixing at our house. Replacing the ballast in the kitchen lights, replacing a leaky valve, replacing part of the flooring, installing flood lights, de-gunking and painting the patio floor...whew, so much needed to be done. You did an efficient, clean, and excellent job! We will definitely use your services again and recommend CAM Contracting to others!
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They have tremendous integrity

If you need anything renovated or improved for your home, you can't do better than CAM. They have tremendous integrity...

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2014-12-14T23:37:39-05:00

Jeff Rogero

If you need anything renovated or improved for your home, you can't do better than CAM. They have tremendous integrity and a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. I cannot recommend them highly enough!!
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they exceeded expectations

I highly recommend CAM Contracting. From start to finish, they exceeded expectations. Their quote was competitive; they arrived on time...

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Shannon Lindborg

I highly recommend CAM Contracting. From start to finish, they exceeded expectations. Their quote was competitive; they arrived on time and professionally completed the work within the established timeline. We are extremely happy with the finished product!
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