H2O Waterproofing provides homes and businesses throughout Birmingham, Huntsville and Montgomery Alabama, and surrounding areas with protection against water intrusion using the most innovative and effective drainage technologies and waterproofing sealants available. From polymer-modified asphalt membranes to foundation boards and strip drains, our goal is to design a personalized system that will never allow water to enter your home or business.
| Year Established | 2003 |
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| Business Categories | Basement Waterproofing, Foundations, Mold in Birmingham, AL |
You'll certainly want to ask them this. Steer clear of any company that is not insured in Alabama, because that means that any incidental damage they may do on your property will be a real hassle to recover compensation for. It is never wise to work with uninsured tradesmen of any kind. Most states also require that someone have insurance in order to be issued a trade license. If they say they're licensed but not insured, they're being less than truthful.
Always ask for references, and always check them. Keep in mind though that the only references you'll get are people who the contractor is certain will give him a good review. You'd also be well advised to check online review sources in Birmingham as well, which will give you a broader view of customer satisfaction for a given company.
Though a standard question, it's important to ask. Most contractors will tell you how long they expect the job to take without you asking. If they don't volunteer that information, be sure to ask. It's also helpful to ask if that's a hard finish date, meaning that it's the definite finish date. If it's a soft finish date, it may be extended for any number of reasons.
This will be answered when you ask if all employees are licensed. The only way to obtain a legitimate tradesman's license is to be a legal or naturalized citizen of the US. The company may employ people in positions that don't require a license, however, so it's wise to inquire.
The question is great for some industries and non-applicable for others. A general contractor, for example, will by definition employ subcontractors. Most Birmingham Basement Waterproofing companies do not, but there are exceptions. You should always ask this question to your service providers. If they do use subcontractors, ask if they're all licensed and insured independently.
