You may have seen contractor grades before, but what is an “A” grade contractor? What are the responsibilities of such a person and how do they work with you to make your home remodeling or building process go smoothly? Here we will explore what an A Grade Contractor is and why you should use one.
An A-Grade Contractor is a contractor that has met the criteria to be accepted into the A Grade Network of approved contractors.
In order to be an A Grade Contractor, a contractor must meet the following requirements:
- Be licensed and insured.
- Have at least three years of experience in their field.
- Have good ratings and reviews from customers on our website.
- Provide a warranty for their work and the materials they use (a year is preferred).
- Be customer service-oriented and respectful of homeowners’ needs, wishes, and timelines when performing work on their properties
The grading system is self-regulated.
The grading system is self-regulated—meaning the contractors themselves are responsible for assigning their own grades. This doesn’t mean they lie, but it does mean that a C grade contractor is probably more like a B-minus in reality, and an A grade contractor might actually be an A-plus.
This means that companies are graded on the quality of the work they perform, and not just on their marketing strategies.
You will see many companies advertising as A or B grade contractors, but not all of these are legitimately graded.
An A Grade Contractor is licensed by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) in accordance with the Domestic Builders Act 1995 and meets all requirements for an A Grade Builder as defined by this legislation.
A Grade Building Contractors are required to perform to certain standards and adhere to specific rules and regulations.
This means that companies are graded on the quality of the work they perform, and not just on their marketing strategies.
Currently, A Grade Contractors can be found in 20 states
Currently, A Grade Contractors can be found in 20 states. Each state has different requirements to become an A Grade Contractor. We are a member of the A Grade Network which is a network of approved contractors that have been recommended by their customers and top performing contractors who have been researched by the A Grade Team.
In order to be approved as an A Grade contractor, we must pass background checks and maintain a certain level of customer satisfaction. Our customers must recommend us to their friends, family and neighbors and rate us 4 stars or higher on various consumer review sites like Facebook, Google+, Yelp!, etc. We must abide by the laws for our industry in regards to licensing, insurance, consumer protection, pricing regulations and more!
Many insurance adjusters and restoration managers use a network of approved contractors.
You might not be familiar with the term A Grade Contractor, but it refers to someone who has been screened and approved by a network of insurance adjusters and restoration managers. It’s a good idea to call an A Grade Contractor for your project because they have the expertise to help you navigate the tricky waters of insurance claims.
Having an A Grade Contractor on your side means that you’re working with someone who knows how to get an accurate assessment from your adjuster, and also how to give your adjuster a detailed proposal for work that is likely to be accepted without delays. Our goal is simple: we want to help you get the best result possible—and we are here through every step of the process!
Our office is always available to help property owners understand the process and learn why we are a qualified contractor in Los Angeles.
If you would like to learn more about our process and qualifications, give us a call! Our office is always available to help property owners understand the process and learn why we are a qualified contractor in Los Angeles. Our contractors will never leave your property until you are satisfied with the results.