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Hi,
I have requested estimates for a basement reno. It is unfinished, so basically want to put a bathroom and finish the basement and the laundry room. Does this require a permit and if so, is it my responsibility or the contractor. The contractors have all asked me if I am going to get the permit. What liability does that leave me with, if they get vs. me?
Thank you
Posted by:
Rachel
Hello and welcome to eRenovate.com!
Depending on the scope of work, you might need the permit. If you are moving or adding any structural walls/posts/beams. Any electrical will require the permit.
Liability for the work will be on the contractor performing the work.
You should get signed contract and they should carry both Liability Insurance and WSIB if they have employees.Do not go for the cheapest price since it may cost you more at the end. Make sure that everything that you are planing is listed in the scope of work.
To make it easier for you to find the right professional, try our free contractor matching service. Just submit your project here Hi there. Try our free contractor matching service and we will help you get multiple bids to convert your 2 season room to the 4 season room you seek. Start here by submitting your project http://www.erenovate.com/join-erenovate.php and we will help you get multiple bids from reputable contractors.
Happy eRenovating!
Sincerely
Vadja Jericevic
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Hi,
I have requested estimates for a basement reno. It is unfinished, so basically want to put a bathroom and finish the basement and the laundry room. Does this require a permit and if so, is it my responsibility or the contractor. The contractors have all asked me if I am going to get the permit. What liability does that leave me with, if they get vs. me?
Thank you
Posted by:
Rachel
Hello and welcome to eRenovate.com!
Depending on the scope of work, you might need the permit. If you are moving or adding any structural walls/posts/beams. Any electrical will require the permit.
Liability for the work will be on the contractor performing the work.
You should get signed contract and they should carry both Liability Insurance and WSIB if they have employees.Do not go for the cheapest price since it may cost you more at the end. Make sure that everything that you are planing is listed in the scope of work.
To make it easier for you to find the right professional, try our free contractor matching service. Just submit your project here Hi there. Try our free contractor matching service and we will help you get multiple bids to convert your 2 season room to the 4 season room you seek. Start here by submitting your project http://www.erenovate.com/join-erenovate.php and we will help you get multiple bids from reputable contractors.
Happy eRenovating!
Sincerely
Vadja Jericevic
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