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Angie's list for general contractor?

Started by HoneySuckle, March 31, 2011, 11:05:13 AM

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HoneySuckle

Has anyone tried Angie's list for a GC?  I need someone who isn't going to do what HE wants but will listen to my vision. 

Has anyone pulled up their Pergo and done hardwood flooring?  Pergo is a PITA when it gets scratches and doesn't look too great after 5+ years.
 

Nick Danger

Angie's List can be good for some things, for others I've found it to be lacking recent information or any reviews at all. I think the categories that have the most recent reviews are the ones that involve contractors, plumbing, electrical, anything home improvement related. That seems to be what most of the members use the list for. It can also be helpful to discover the ones you *don't* want to use.

HoneySuckle

Thanks Nick.  Didn't want to sign up and find out it was a waste of time.

Oh, I'm looking for someone who can do hardwood flooring.  Does anyone know if I should go with pre-finished? ???

Also, I'm thinking of updating an outdated 80s fireplace and have a pic of what I want done.  That's the sort of contractor stuff I'm after.

I was dumb enough (yeah, please hit me over the head) to give the last one money of front for "supplies."  Can't find him now :-\
 

HoneySuckle

So I decided to sign up with Angie's list.  They first sent me 10% the sign up fee and while I was thinking about it, I got another offer that went like this:  "Ooops we meant to sent you a better offer...40% you sign up fee."  I paid a whopping $15 for one year ;D

What I want seems to be on the list.  I saw right off that two companies I was thinking of hiring got some really poor grades with all the problems they had with them.  That saved me from using a landscaping company and a cement company for my driveway!  Money saved!

Now I've narrowed down a few to call.  Will report back if Angie rocks or not ;D
 

dwnbonner

I would be happy to give you a quote. I am dependable, hard working, and prompt. Feel free to contact me @ 918-200-6897. Thanks,
Karl Bonner