Our suggestions to find an internet craftsman

Are you looking for a craftsman for construction or renovation works? Thanks to the internet, it is no longer necessary to move everywhere to find the right professional. The search can be done at home, in front of the computer screen or on the phone.

But for relevant results, you still have to know where to search and how to avoid scams and traps. To help you, here are all the suggestions to find a craftsman on the web.

Research axes to facilitate its internet navigation

There are a thousand and one ways to find a craftsman On the Internet:

• Go to specialized websites

You just have to go to the internet dedicated platforms and you will have a long list of craftsmen who work in France (blacksmith, plating, heating engineer, plumbing, tiles, electricians, painter, etc.). Do not limit yourself to the first results of the search engine, The competent craftsmen are not necessarily on the first page.

Very practical, they allow you to find the closest craftsmen directly, in a few clicks.

It is highly recommended to consult the directories of national reference organizations because some online directories are not reliable. There are, for example, those who classify craftsmen based on the votes of internet users. We must remain vigilant regarding these directories because it is easy for companies to inflate the number of votes artificially.

They shouldn't be overlooked. Many craftsmen, aware of the effect of the presence on several social networks (Twitter, Facebook, Google+, etc.), decide to appear there to make me known.

To demonstrate their skills, they do not hesitate to show their results there. People can easily find their contacts and all information relating to their work on these pages. It is also easier to interact on these networks.

You can also find a wide range of information there. Each Internet user shares their experience there and explains their opinion. This will allow you to find the best craftsman.

The research axes are found, the question that arises is now: how to make your choice among the many offers offers?

How to recognize a good craftsman on the internet?

Some points must be checked to find a competent craftsman with a better value for money -internet.

• A certified and registered craftsman, a guarantee of quality

You don't have to move on to great artisans networks. There are small structures that offer good services at a reasonable price. Only make sure that the craftsman is certified and recorded in the register of operations.

In France, only qualified professionals, owners of a limit, a policeman or an equivalent title or who have carried out this activity for at least 3 years, are recognized as craftsmen. In addition to their diploma, they can have qualifications that depend on their business.

For example, for specialists in the installation of renewable energy aircraft, there is the qualification Qualityrr which includes Qoipac (heat pumps), Qualipv (photovoltaic) and quality (solar thermal). There is also the RGE qualification (recognized as the environment guarantor) in the context of the work of energy renewal. These qualifications are a guarantee of know-how.

Furthermore, to be able to legally exercise this profession, The craftsman must be recorded in the register of operations. Registration is sanctioned by the issue of a registration number. If professional practices as an entrepreneur, he must also have a Siret, if his activity constitutes the essentials of his income. The same goes for companies that must also have a Siret.

The registration number and the number of Siret must appear on the craftsman's estimate when you ask him. As for certification, these service providers are used to put it directly on the home page of their site. If this is not the case of the craftsman you want to contact, ask him for his professional references to know his skills.

• Ensure the craftsman's skills

To do this, look at the results of the craftsman on his website. This gives a good overview of his work. But since the images on the canvas are not reliable, it is also necessary to consult the opinions of its customers. Seeing these opinions is very important. In fact, they constitute the reputation of the professional. However, you have to read as much as possible to ensure the quality of the craftsman services.

• Ask professional insurance

These insurances are essential because they prevent damage during and after work of the craftsman.

These are:

• Civil and professional liability insurance: The subscription is essential for all craftsmen, this insurance covers the damage caused by their mistakes, any violation of customers and all the defects made during their work.
• The ten -year warranty: It only concerns structural work. As the name suggests, the craftsman assumes for 10 years if there are damage noted after work. They are supported by the ten -year guarantee, damage that compromise the solidity of the structure or that make it unsuitable for its destination.
• The guarantee of delivery times: If the craftsman offers this guarantee, you will be refunded if the beginning and end of the works are not respected.
• The guarantee of the perfect completion: It covers defects and conformity disorders during the first year following the reception of work.

Ask the insurance company for craftsman. If it is not very famous, informed: what guarantees do they offer?, Etc …

It is good to know that, in the event of a dispute, it is the case that the craftsman provides the evidence he has fulfilled to all his obligations.

• Ask quotes from several craftsmen

This step is very important as it allows you to compare offers. The price can, in fact, vary from single to double, from one craftsman to another. However, avoid taking into account your budget. The professionalism and quality of the services offered by the craftsman must prevail.

A good craftsman must present a good quote, in other words a well detailed quote. Whatever the type of work, the following elements must appear imperative on this document:

• The administrative data of the craftsman: Siret number, registration number, …
• Detailed offers: the type and sign of the materials it intends to use with their unitary price, the necessary quantities, the cost of the workforce and the total cost.
• Insurance
• To this list must be added, for an amount greater than 150 euros including taxes:
• Totc to touch the rights.
• The price imposed on flat -rate services or travel expenses
• The methods of counting of the past
• The possible cost of the estimate.
• For an amount greater than 500 euros including taxes, it is necessary to add the deadline for completing the work.

To facilitate the comparison of artisans' services, it is possible to use comparators online.

In short, finding a craftsman on the internet is not easy. There are many checks to ensure that the professional is competent. It is important not to hurry and take time to choose it well.

We even recommend, as far as possible, to make an appointment with the service provider to discuss your project, instead of doing everything by phone. You will be sure that this is a good craftsman.