Is Home Depot more expensive than General Contractors?
Gene, with all due respect, I disagree with your statement about Home Depot. Based on my experience, I would not buy anything from Home Depot except basic building materials. I would certainly not custom order anything from them. Here is the problem, you order from one person, the next day they are gone. If you have a question, the new person may not know the answer. By working with Home Depot contractor you are paying more for something Gene calls insurance. This may be true. Have you ever needed to call your medical insurance company and dispute a charge? This is the kind of insurance you get. Go with a local, reputable company. Ask your neighbors and friends for names. Check license and insurance, or call local chapter of NARI – National Association of the Remodeling Industry. I fully agree with Tim, a good relationship with a good local contractor is more often than not, priceless.
