Landscaping & Design Ideas

When trying to find the right contractor for your paver job, there are some important questions you should ask. The answers can reflect differences in job price and job quality amongst different contractors competing for the same job. By looking for the best price in town, consumers may be sacrificing quality, safety, and in some cases liability.

In order to ensure a quality installation, the following questions should be asked:

• How long have they been installing pavers?
• Have they been trained by a manufacturer or by the ICPI?  Do they have a written certificate of completion?
• What percentage of their total business consists of installing pavers?
• Will they provide you with three references?
• Can you contact their references and inspect their jobs?
• Do they have a portfolio of photos to qualify themselves?
• Do they currently have a liability insurance certificate?  While on your property, they should be insured for any damage and injuries that may occur.
• Can the contractor provide proof of Worker Compensation insurance?
• Do they install the job per ICPI specifications?
• Do they guarantee their work for at least one year?  Will they return for an inspection before the guarantee expires?

These questions, along with any job specific questions, will ensure you are selecting a competent contractor for you paver project.