03/05/2026
A bad remodel usually starts the same way: you sign with the wrong contractor, and the chaos shows up after the deposit.
This carousel is a red flags checklist pulled from the most common real homeowner complaints. Use it to spot problems before you commit.
If you only take one rule: if they can’t explain scope, schedule, and communication in plain English, and put it in writing, don’t hire them.
Read each slide and use the “WHAT TO ASK” questions exactly as written. You’re not being difficult. You’re making the project predictable. A solid contractor won’t get defensive. They’ll welcome clarity.
Save this for your consults. Send it to whoever helps you decide. If you want the full contractor-vetting checklist, DM “CHECKLIST.”