This is off of Chad Smiths Web-site Below are a few tips to assist you in selecting a contractor...  Create a list of questions and or concerns you have about the construction process and your project. (Why Chad, I could never get you to go concerns I had on your estimate) o Start with the California State License Board to verify proper licensing (the why did you list all those unlicensed contractors in my estimate when you worked for Mark Scott and why didnt you have an HIS Registration)  Have one contractor create a written scope of repairs and review it for accuracy and detail. (Why Chad, your scope of work didn’t even come close to the real scope of work?)Use this Scope of repairs to have all of your remaining contractors bid. (why ,the other two contractors scope of work was far close to reality than yours?)Make sure the bids they give represent the scope of repairs” all other contractors are using and disqualify any contractors that dont ™t follow your bidding process! This process will give you an even platform to compare all contractors bids, giving you a thorough understanding of all costs associated with the repairs. o B - Be aware of going with the lowest price. Material, quality and craftsmanship matter! C - Communication the key…find a contractor whom you feel will communica