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Build The Block Evansville

The lack of affordable housing stands in the way of economic productivity and undermines the fundame The concept is imaginative and achievable.

Build The Block Evansville encourages new construction at every price point for all income levels. Build what best suits your individual needs and see the whole community thrive.

09/13/2021

GET A WRITTEN CONTRACT
Ask yourself, would you work on this construction project without a written agreement? Every scope of work should be bound by a contract that clearly describes expectations, including the time frame, materials and payment arrangements. Describe what you will provide and what the subcontractor will provide in terms of materials, equipment, warranties, and cleanup.

Hiring a subcontractor is like hiring an employee: You want someone who will represent your business well without adding drama, stress, or financial burden. If you follow these steps, you’ll find the right candidate, build a lasting relationship and a great house.

09/06/2021

ASK ABOUT THEIR QUALITY CONTROL PROCESS
In order to avoid rework and warranty work, you want your subcontractors to certify the quality of their materials and finished work. Every professional business should have a procedure in place to guarantee quality assurance. This procedure is rarely complex, but a successful business will have an answer to your questions. Build The Block Evansville

08/30/2021

INVESTIGATE THE SUBCONTRACTOR’S FINANCIAL HEALTH
Make sure the subcontractor’s financials are healthy enough to handle the job. You don’t want their employees to walk off the site one day due to lack of payment, or an inability to purchase required materials. Request their annual contractor volume, two years of financial statements, and if your construction projects warrant it, total sales and net worth (you might have to sign a confidentiality agreement). Look for signs of poor health, like poor cash flow, a mountain of debt, or declining income.

08/23/2021

VALIDATE BONDING AND INSURANCE
Contractors are required to have bonding, and they must be fully insured, including worker’s compensation insurance. Reject any subcontractor that doesn’t have these minimum safety nets in place, as you could be held liable if there’s a problem. Build The Block Evansville

08/16/2021

INQUIRE ABOUT THE SUBCONTRACTOR’S EMPLOYEES
Ask the subcontractor about their team. Are they full-time or do they hire temp workers based on workload? Have they worked in construction before, or are they new to the industry? Does the subcontractor have the proper number of well-trained professionals required for the site? Do the workers have the right tools and reasonable workloads? Answers to these questions will determine whether the subcontractor is right for your job.
Build The Block Evansville

08/09/2021

ASK ABOUT SUB's SAFETY PRACTICES
Unsafe operations not only put the subcontractor in a dangerous position, they can also leave you, the homeowner, exposed to liability and potentially force an inspector to close the job site. That’s why it’s imperative to make sure any subcontractors you’re considering have clean or reasonable safety histories. They should also have ample safety protocols in place and a crew that is coached to prioritize safety. Ask how they keep their job site crew focused on safety without compromise. Ask for their EMR; this gives insight into the subcontractor’s safety history. Build The Block Evansville

08/02/2021

LOOK AT THEIR CURRENT AND BACKLOG OF WORK
It’s smart to make sure potential subcontractors can actually complete the work you need. One great way is ask subcontractors on your team who performs well if they would recommend someone and ask to be introduced. Another way is to request to examine a potential subcontractor’s log of previous, current, and future work. If the subcontractor seems too busy for your bid, your project size may be too large (or small) and they may not be a good fit.
Build The Block Evansville

07/26/2021

EVALUATE SUB's PAST AND CURRENT PERFORMANCE
Request references from their customer base, ask to see their licenses, accreditations, history, and CHECK their references. Look for any public data on complaints or disputes. Ask for a referral at a contractor for whom they have done work. Next, search social media for independent, unbiased and unfiltered feedback.
Build The Block Evansville

07/19/2021

The last solution we offer to help increase affordable housing is to revitalize neighborhoods. Communities have hopes and dreams for their neighborhood — safe streets, decent and affordable homes, a place to buy fresh fruits and vegetables, a park for the kids to play and schools where students thrive. Build The Block Evansville!

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