Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Metro Indianapolis Bathroom Remodeler
Most Indianapolis-area bathroom remodel regret traces back to one of three things: a scope that was vague, a warranty that didn't say what the salesperson said it did, or a price that didn't include something the homeowner assumed was in. These questions head off all three.
The questions that actually matter
Ask these on the first site visit. Any answer that's hedged or off-the-cuff is a signal worth following up on.
- Are you registered as a contractor with my city or county (Indianapolis/Marion County, Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Westfield, Greenwood, Avon, Brownsburg, Plainfield, etc.)? Can I see your registration and certificate of insurance?
- If the scope includes plumbing changes, who is the licensed Indiana plumbing contractor on the job?
- Who pulls the permit and handles inspections in my jurisdiction?
- Is the crew W-2 employees or subcontractors?
- What's the labor warranty, and is it transferable if I sell?
- What's NOT included in this quote that's commonly a change order later?
- How do you handle subfloor damage if you find it during demo?
- Will you scope the vent fan during the site visit?
- What's my realistic start date, and what's the actual on-site duration?
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit for a bathroom remodel in Metro Indianapolis?+
Most jurisdictions across Metro Indianapolis (Indianapolis/Marion County, Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Westfield, Greenwood, Avon, Brownsburg, Plainfield, McCordsville) require a permit when plumbing, electrical, or structural work is part of the scope. A like-for-like fixture swap sometimes doesn't, but a tub-to-shower conversion almost always does because the valve and drain are being modified. Confirm with your specific city or county building department.
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