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Are you looking for qualified tradesmen for a construction or renovation project? To ensure work runs smoothly and to avoid unforeseen problems, take the time to carefully select the companies you\u2019ll be working with. What checks should you carry out and what criteria should you take into account before committing? Here\u2019s how to choose your tradesmen.<\/p>\n

Research the company<\/h2>\n

Finding good tradesmen for a construction or renovation project can be difficult: there are many companies and the services on offer vary from one contractor to another. Often, the first instinct is to search online. Builders, masons, tilers, painters and carpenters are all specialists in their own field.<\/p>\n

Using a search engine, do an initial filter to locate tradesmen in your region. Specialist portals and online directories can be used to find the information needed to make an initial selection, e.g. details of services, company information or photographs of work performed.<\/p>\n

\u2192 Give preference to companies based near the work site. This will make future exchanges with the contractor easier and should reduce costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wedo.lu: the portal for tradesmen in Luxembourg<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wedo.lu<\/strong><\/a><\/span> is an initiative of the Luxembourg Federation of Tradesmen (F\u00e9d\u00e9ration des Artisans<\/em>). Its directory lists all tradesmen affiliated to the Federation who are legally established in Luxembourg. The portal also allows you to request quotes. It\u2019s a good place to start!<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

To judge the reliability of the tradesmen selected and the quality of their services, read customer reviews on websites, Google or the companies\u2019 social network profiles. Beware, though: excessively positive or negative reviews may not be real.<\/p>\n

\u2192 Enquire about the tradesman\u2019s professional credentials: are they registered in the Trade and Companies Register? Is the address given on their website real?<\/p>\n

The surest way to find a trustworthy tradesman is by word of mouth.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Ask friends and family for their opinion<\/h2>\n

The surest way to find a trustworthy tradesman is by word of mouth. Ask friends and family if they know any good professionals. Speak with family, friends and colleagues at work about your project. They can offer good advice and experience, whether good or bad.<\/p>\n

\u2192 Ask about the quality of the tradesman\u2019s work, rates, respect for deadlines, availability, etc.<\/p>\n

To find a good tradesman in your area, you can also speak to neighbours or your estate agent, or ask for recommendations on social networks (e.g. Facebook groups). However, be careful not to take these opinions at face value, even if given in good faith. Everyone gives their opinion based on their own expectations and a personal understanding of what \u201cgood value\u201d means. In short, take opinions for what they are: subjective assessments of a third party, not objective truth.<\/p>\n

Find out about the trademan\u2019s skills<\/h2>\n

To find out whether the trademan\u2019s services are what you\u2019re looking for, check photos of his work on his website or social network profile, or ask directly for photos of previous projects or to visit one of his sites. This will allow you to see if his work meets your expectations and, if the opportunity arises, to ask the opinion of his client directly.<\/p>\n

\u2192 Depending on the nature of the work, it may be a good idea to choose a building professional with a label or certification: this will guarantee quality, reliability and expertise. The Grand Duchy awards numerous labels and certifications, particularly in the environmental field: Energie fir d\u2019Zukunft+, Artisan Certifi\u00e9 Maison Passive, SuperDrecksK\u00ebscht\u00ae fir Betriber, Construction durable, Made in Luxembourg, etc.<\/p>\n

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To make sure work goes smoothly, it\u2019s important to establish a relationship of trust with your tradesman.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Take your time to talk to the professional<\/h2>\n

Invite the tradesman on site to present your project. Give him a clear idea of what you want: final result, plan or sketch of your ideas, etc. The more precise your request, the lower the risk of misunderstanding. Ask any questions you might have and clearly state your constraints. Once on site, the service provider can judge the extent of the work and give his expert opinion on the feasibility of the project and possible constraints.<\/p>\n

To make sure work goes smoothly, it\u2019s important to establish a relationship of trust with your tradesman. By talking to him, you\u2019ll be able to judge his level of professionalism.<\/p>\n

\u2192 Trust your intuition: Does he listen to you? Does he give good advice? Does he suggest solutions to your problems? Does he respect your ideas and wishes? You\u2019ll be able to judge how committed he is to your project fairly quickly.<\/p>\n

Check that they\u2019re insured<\/h2>\n

Regardless of the quality of the work, unforeseen events can always arise in construction or renovation projects. This is why it\u2019s important to make sure the tradesman is appropriately insured.<\/p>\n

Depending on the nature of the work<\/span>, you should check that they\u2019ve taken out certain insurance policies. For example:<\/p>\n