Finding a Builder Finding a builder might seem like a difficult task, so we’ve included some suggestions in this section.
All Licensed Residential Builders are registered on the Public Registry of Licensed Residential Builders . The registry is searchable by licence number, company name or the name of the person responsible for the company. You can also search by location to see all the Licensed Residential Builders in your area. If a builder is not licensed or does not have the required general contractor licence type, you should not work with that builder. Other resources for finding a builder include: • Websites for local, provincial and national homebuilders’ associations;
• Recommendations from friends, family and neighbours; • Social media and online community forums; • Builders’ signage at recently completed projects; • Recommendations from local suppliers and hardware stores; and • Online search engines, like Google. We’ve included the websites for several homebuilder associations in the Resources section at the end of this guide.
Hiring a Builder in BC: A Consumer Protection Guide
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