You can’t see home comfort or touch it, but we all know what it feels like when we don’t have it. Whether you're considering replacing your electrical panel or remodeling a bathroom, CB Electric can help. First, you need the right contractor. With all of the clutter and options, how do you make heads or tails out of choosing the right contractor for your home improvement project?

CB Electric is Georgia’s premier electrical contracting specialists; and, with the cooperation of the Attorney General and your local Better Business Bureau, we gathered ten time-tested tips for selecting the best contractor for your project.

1. Before making your choice, call your local Better Business Bureau and affiliated state and community agencies for a company history of complaints and resolutions to make sure the contractor is reputable.
2. Ask for references: Current customers are an excellent source of information and are often willing to share their experience.
3. Check local licenses: Ask to see any applicable state and local licenses, bonding, and insurance coverage.
4. Get a detailed written proposal: Beware of a contractor that does not back-up their offer in a detailed written proposal. A detailed written proposal is one sign of a quality contractor. 
5. Equipment/labor warranties and guarantees: Warranties and guarantees vary by contractor. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and demand that they are included in the written estimate.
6. Follow contract law: Demand that your contractor follows contract law. Choosing the right contractor is a big decision and with big decisions comes responsibility. According to Georgia law, all home improvement contracts include a 3-day right to cancel. 
7. Know and understand how the work will be completed and expect a date to be finished. It is very important to understand all aspects of the agreement with your contractor before any work begins.
8. Get more than one estimate or reference: If you are uncomfortable making your decision for any reason, get two or three estimates or references and compare. More information is better than less; however, compare more than just price when evaluating estimates. Look for the best value!

The Consequences of Choosing the Wrong Contractor:

By selecting a qualified electrical contractor you will avoid many of the common home and business improvement hazards including:

• Frequent call back requests.
• Will they make you a priority if you do experience a problem?
• Improper selection of equipment.
• Unsafe installation of wiring or wiring devices.
• Shortened equipment life
• Lack of timely service
• Voiding of factory warranties
• Theft, property damage or worse
• Building Code Infractions and penalties

CB Electric is among Georgia’s most trusted home and business electrical contracting specialists, and we encourage our customers to do their homework. We’re confident that, in the end, we can earn your business and help you avoid the perils of selecting the wrong contractor. There are no shortcuts when it comes to selecting the right contractor; however, given the opportunity, we hope to earn your business.