When choosing to install a fence on your commercial property, you want to be sure you hire a professional contractor who knows about fence construction, sizing, placement and city bylaws. This will help you avoid running into serious complications down the road, including potential fence damage, costly fines and even worse, a class action lawsuit.
Always do your due diligence before committing to any purchase and/or contract. Here are some important factors to consider before selecting a contractor to build your commercial fence:
Is the company locally owned? Supporting a local and family-owned business means you are making your contribution towards improving the local economy. And chances are, you even know the people behind the product, so you can expect straightforward and honest service.
Are you paying for high quality work? There are several fencing companies in Toronto that will tell you they deliver exceptional service and products, but how can you be sure? Do some research on the company and read some online reviews to see if they actually live up to their word and provide quality workmanship. Also, be sure to choose a company that guarantees their work.
How long has the company been in business? Choose a company that has been in the fence installation business for a long time. This way you know they will be around if you run into any problems. You can also have peace of mind knowing they have a good reputation in the marketplace.
Do they provide free estimates? When a company takes the time to provide you with a free estimate and discuss the project without pressure, you can get a realistic picture of your needs and how much you can expect to invest. It also gives you the chance to compare prices with other contractors.
Does the company offer flexibility? Finding a contractor that can patiently alter schedules to complete the job in a certain amount of time is key, even if it involves working extra hours.
Is the contractor licensed and insured? If something goes wrong on the job site and the contractor gets injured, you could be liable. A legitimate license and insurance validates the contractor’s credibility and knowledge, and also protects you from getting cheated.
Has the contractor offered to show you work samples? Samples can give you a better idea of what you want and even help spark ideas for your project. They are also important references that can help you see the contractor’s quality of work.
Will you be provided with a detailed contract before the work begins? Ultimately, a contract ensures expectation setting and can help prevent any surprises from surfacing before and during the project. The contract should include costs, items being installed, start and finish dates and the company’s contact details.
Call City Fence today at 416-506-0135 for more information about commercial fencing in Toronto or contact us online and we will get back to you soon.