Recent news stories of local contractors facing criminal charges highlight the unfortunate consequences of financial mismanagement in the construction industry. The reality is there are even more of those of stories that have not made the news. Unfortunately for he reputation of the construction industry, we regularly come behind a defunct or “vanished” contractor and finish the project at the client’s expense.

While it's tempting to go with the lowest bidder, the importance of choosing a contractor you genuinely connect with and work well with cannot be overstated. Price is certainly a large factor, but it shouldn't be the sole deciding factor. Investing a bit more to work with a contractor who's the right fit can save you time, money, and headaches in the long run.