WHY USE AN EGIA "CERTIFIED" CONTRACTOR?  | 
  
  
    Before selecting a contractor, consumers should
    verify that the contractor 
    has the qualifications necessary to do the job. To do work properly, 
    protect the homeowner and abide by state law they should: 
     
     
    
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      - Have a current state contractors
 
        license in good standing for the work 
        to be performed. 
     
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      - Possess commercial liability insur-
 
        ance with minimum coverage of 
        $500,000. 
     
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      - Use a contract that conforms to state license law, to provide a complete description of
        the work to be done, price, terms and your rights.
 
       
     
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      - Possess workers compensation
 
        insurance with $500,000 coverage to 
        protect you from their employees job  
        related claim. 
     
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      - Abide by installation standards that
 
        require adherence to codes and insure 
        that you get the benefits from the 
        work being done. 
       
     
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      - Have work periodically monitored for quality assurance.
 
     
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      - Possess business auto insurance with $500,000 coverage.
 
     
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      - Have a work history clear of customer complaints or disputes at the licensing board.
 
       
     
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    We at EGIA have already verified these 
    qualifications for you! 
    That's why our members are CERTIFIED. 
      
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