The 11-Question Contractor Checklist Henry Uses in Huntsville, AL
Every pro in the Huntsville network answers these before they see a single project. You can ask them at your own kitchen table, for free.
Huntsville, AL · Hiring & Vetting · April 8, 2026 · 5 min read
Credentials and coverage
What is your Alabama license number, and is it with the Home Builders Licensure Board or the state plumbing/HVAC board? Who is your general liability carrier and what is the coverage limit? Do you carry workers' compensation for everyone who will be on my property?
Ask for a certificate of insurance sent directly from the agent, not a PDF from the contractor's phone. In Alabama, residential work over $10,000 generally requires a licensed residential home builder.
Scope and pricing
Is this quote fixed-price or time and materials? What specifically is excluded? What happens to the price if you find rot, mold, or code issues behind the wall?
What is the deposit, and what milestones trigger each later payment?
Follow-through
Who is on site daily, and is that person your employee? What is your workmanship warranty in years and what voids it? Can I speak with two Madison County customers from the last six months?
And the one that matters most: What happens if you miss a scheduled appointment? In our network, two missed confirmed appointments means removal.
Common questions
What if a contractor refuses to answer these?
That is your answer. Good pros field these questions weekly and have documents ready.
Does Homeowner Henry verify this for me?
We verify license, insurance, and recent references before a Huntsville pro receives any homeowner request — but always confirm credentials yourself as well.
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