Listening to several clients inspired this..  This is Grace  from Coldwell Banker United, Realtors and these are my thoughts.
Let’s talk contractors.

Buying  a home is a Huge investment, so I wonder why people believe cheaper is always better?

Do your research. ask for referrals from your local realtor, neighbors, people who actually have had work done in their home.
HG TV is not reality and they make it look very easy.
I notice everyone is a contractor……… I would have to say that I can not recommend  a lot of those lists that are out on line as contractors can pay to be on most sites.. The best referral is from real people in your community.

Ask
How long have they been in business?
Are they insured and how long is their warranty coverage for the work.
Contact  some of their references.

Update your home so you can enjoy  the upgrade  as you know , you do not always get full money back  so do it for your self too.

But please.. you are letting someone make adjustments to your large investment, choose wisely and choose a true full time professional.  Better safe than sorry.

These are my thoughts and opinions . Have a great day from forthooddreamhomes.com