Checklist
Before hiring a contractor make sure they:
- Hold a valid BC Safety Authority Licence
- Provide references
- Have liability insurance
- Are covered through WorkSafeBC
- Provide warranties on all work and materials
- Submit the written quote with:
- Total cost of work
- Timeline: start and end date of work
- List of permits and the costs (i.e. electrical, gas, building)
After hiring a contractor they must provide a:
- Copy of each permit before beginning work
- Copy of the final declaration