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Is your contractor's bid hiding something?

The most expensive problems are the ones the bid never mentions. Answer 16 quick questions with the bid in front of you and I will show you the gaps before you sign.

Grab the bid and let's go through it

16 questions, one at a time, about a minute. If you are not sure about something, say so. Not sure is a useful answer here, and I will turn every one of them into a question you can send straight to your contractor.

You will need: the written bid or proposal, on paper or on screen. If you have not received one in writing yet, that is the first red flag on its own.
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Build Advisor CA provides independent, pre-construction advisory and educational guidance. We are not licensed contractors, architects, engineers, attorneys, or financial advisors, and this is general education, not legal advice, financial advice, or a review of your specific contract. It helps you spot questions to ask; it does not evaluate, rank, or approve any bid or contractor. Verify license status at cslb.ca.gov and review contracts with a qualified professional before signing.