ELECTRICIAN
How to find one
- Word of mouth
- The Canadian Electrical Contractors Association website (ceca.org) has links to provincial associations and member listings.
- Yellow Pages for well-established companies
- Through your contractor
What to ask
- Are they bonded, licensed, insured and covered by workers' compensation insurance?
- What is their training?
- How many years have they been in business?
- What are their guarantees and payment terms?
Money matters
- Going rate: $60 to $80
per hour for most jobs.
- Flat rate varies on some routine jobs.
Comments
- Get a written estimate and multiple quotes on large jobs.
INTERIOR DESIGNER
How to find one
- Word of mouth
- Home shows
- Magazines
- Decorating, design or furniture stores
- The Interior Designers of Canada website (interior designerscanada.org), or provincial associations
What to ask
- Are they designers (with college degrees and memberships in provincial design associations) or decorators?
- What will be done at each stage in the project, and how long will it take?
- Will they source products, as well as consult?
Money matters
- Going rates: interior designers, $90 per hour; decorators, $75 to $200 per hour.
- Payment schedule and deposits for labour and materials are common.
- Custom work (like upholstery) is non-refundable.
Comments
- As with other professionals you'll work closely with, personality fit is extremely important.
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