How to Choose a Contractor

From an observer perspective here are a few attributes that confirm to a customer that they are making the right choice. 1) A passion for the work - Especially with creative work, its confirming to see that the person you are considering is not only experienced but has the genuine motivation for each job's unique possibilities that is the mark of a true craftsman. The fellow you interviewed scored about as high as you can test for in spacial perception, had a master mason for a grandfather and combines those talents around the customer's requirements. 2) Evidence that quality is not just another word - When Len started out he revisited his installations in the spring and then at periodic intervals to check that all decisions and aspects of the job stood the test of time. He continues this practice. 3) A motivated crew - Visiting a job site says everything about how your job will turn out. A crew in sync is solid assurance that a customer will receive an exceptional job. Len's crew has been with him for years. Particularly in a time where chasing money is all too prevalent, seeing these traits put to practice during unannounced visits to Len's job sites did it for me. These are difference makers worth seeking out.
Len Allgaier - (proud dad)

I am a contractor located in oregon. I have dealt with some people who ask questions regarding a break down in labor and material costs on projects and find that they will try to get the price reduced in some manner towards the end of the project. Contractors need watch for early signs of negative financial gain results from potentail customers that can be a nightmare

Kathy's Free comment regarding getting robbed by a contractor does not say if the materials were included in the bid of $5000.00. Kathy freely says she would buy the shower stall and flooring. Did the $5000.00 quote include materials or just labor?

I have a small bathroom, in need of a new stall shower and floor, all the plumbing and fixtures are installed, just need the old aluminum, now rusted and rotted, to be taken out and a new floor, as the old one is rotting wood, and I was told that a new vinyl sheet board would surround the wall as long as I have the base, this isn't what I want. Cost was quoted estimated: $5000. In my opinion; that is robbery, especially since I am willing to buy the stall shower and flooring, all I need is a contractor to install them. Again, it's a very small space, fixtures are already installed, just old and in need of repair. If someone would help me understand what labor and how not to be taken can be done and what is the best contractors to call?

Don't hire them, contractors!