Free guide for homeowners
Before you sign that contractor bid, check it for these 15 red flags.
Most costly remodel surprises were written into the bid before work began. This free guide shows you the warning signs to look for, in plain English, in about 15 minutes.
What's inside
- The 15 warning signs that show up most in contractor bids, grouped by scope, money, and protection
- What each one looks like on paper, so you can spot it in your own bids tonight
- A fillable Red Flag Scorecard that tells you how worried to be, and what to do next
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Three parts. Fifteen flags.
Lay your bids next to the guide and check each one in turn.
PART 1
Scope and paperwork
What the bid says, and what it quietly leaves out.
PART 2
Money and payment
How and when your money leaves your hands.
PART 3
License, permits, and protection
What protects you when something goes wrong.
Why we give this away
You can spot the red flags. We tell you what they're costing you.
Remodel Advocate is an independent advisor for homeowners. We don't take commissions, referral fees, or kickbacks from contractors, so our only job is protecting your budget.
The guide helps you see the warning signs yourself. When you want an expert to look at your actual bids, we're here.
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