Repair Coordination Montreal
Complete Guide: Vetting and Selecting Contractors
Choosing the wrong contractor is expensive: poor work quality, budget overruns, delays. Here's how to verify licenses, insurance, and references.
Fear of the bad contractor
What a reliable contractor has
- Valid RBQ license for the specific work
- Current professional liability insurance
- Government business number
- Verifiable positive reviews
- Clear written contracts
Contractors refusing these documents are red flags.
Who needs this?
Owners who've never hired a contractor and don't know how to evaluate. Those who've had bad experiences.
The cost of a bad contractor exceeds the quote
What you get
How it works
Verify RBQ license
On the RBQ website, verify the license is valid for the specific work type.
Verify insurance
Request proof of professional liability insurance. Call insurer if doubtful.
Call references
Call at least 3 previous clients. Ask specific questions about quality, timeline, budget overruns.
Written contract
Never hire verbally. Clear written contract: scope, quote, timeline, payment conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Select good contractors. Save thousands.
Jones evaluates and selects qualified contractors for your building.
Areas we serve
Jones evaluates contractors for owners across Montreal and the region.