Use this before hiring any professional for an ADU project: designers, engineers, contractors, or specialists.
- Confirm licensing
- Confirm insurance
- Review relevant experience
- Request references
- Obtain written proposals
- Compare scope
- Identify exclusions
- Review allowances
- Confirm permit responsibilities
- Review payment schedules
- Understand change orders
- Review warranties
- Confirm project supervision
- Review complaint history where lawful
- Consult independent counsel before major agreements
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