PART 07 : Choosing a Good Contractor

Three Approaches: Local, Brand, Online

We’ll share practical ways to select a good interior contractor, a question many have.
The difficulty in choosing comes from limited experience with interiors.
Without enough know-how or information, people often visit local firms, ask acquaintances, rely on online reviews, or assume big brands are reliable. Below are tips to choose wisely from these basic approaches.

1Local Contractors

Local Contractor

Check Advantage
Since they’re close to the café location, they can respond fastest to minor defects.

Check Disadvantage
Their design offerings can be basic, making it hard to achieve a unique look. Cafés rely heavily on standout design, so local shops aren’t our recommendation.

2Large Brands

Large Brand

Check Advantage
Their design guidelines are well-established, and material quality guarantees reduce the risk of failures.

Check Disadvantage
You’re limited to the brand’s partner materials and contractors.
Since partner quality varies widely, don’t trust large brands blindly.

3Online

Online Contractors

Check Advantage
You can request quotes from many contractors and access diverse reviews.
They can tailor designs to your vision, offering unique, on-trend interiors.
You can preview each firm’s portfolio online before any in-person meeting.

Check Disadvantage
Gathering information requires visiting multiple websites, which can be time-consuming.

Tips for Finding a Great Contractor

Contractor Tips

Check Verify business registration
Visit the contractor’s office to check their business license and ensure the legal name matches. Also confirm their operating status on the National Tax Service website.

Check Get a consultation
During the meeting, see if they listen closely and offer passionate solutions. Quality contractors will propose efficient methods and deliver reliable design and execution.

Check Ask for a detailed quote
Preparing an itemized estimate takes time. Firms that provide comprehensive breakdowns likely have a clear plan. Since extra costs can add up, review each line carefully.