Julian Construction Gives Basics on Finding a Contractor for Home

Los Angeles, CA, March 03, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Julian Construction, Inc. (http://www.julianconstruction.com/) a foundation construction and foundation repair company based in southern California has published a list of guidelines on the subject of searching for and working with a professional contractor for homeowners seeking home improvement or repair. It was written by an industry professional, Shawn Kyles, who has inspected over 15,000 structures during his career.

He first stresses the importance of locating a contractor: "While some homeowners prefer to do the work themselves, many construction and remodeling jobs will require hiring either a general building contractor or specialized contractor. A contractor manages the entire project from start to finish, including architectural planning, securing any required building permits, as well as providing all of the materials, equipment and labor that will be needed."

He then detailed a number of the liabilities and important points to check for in hiring a contractor, as well as the general hiring process. He concluded: "Depending on the type and extent of your construction project or home remodel, hiring a contractor to perform the work can save you time and money. A general building contractor will know who to hire when the project involves specialized skills, such as plumbing, electrical, foundation repair, or masonry, and will manage all aspects of the job. Both general and specialized contractors will also know the building codes that need to be followed, and what permits to pull. If you are uncertain about the type of work that may be needed, such as the best way to repair a foundation, professional help can be critical and will ensure the job is done properly."

Julian Construction owns its own company and is built on a “no middlemen” model – no salesmen, no subcontractors. When you work with Julian Construction you get the principals of the company and workers of Julian Construction under your home. The result is the highest quality work at affordable prices. They can be contacted by phone at 323 733-3377, by fax at 323 733-4477 or via their website, www.julianconstruction.com. You can see tips and advice about home foundations on their blog, at http://julianconstruction.typepad.com.

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