Contractor Hiring Checklist
Score and evaluate contractors before hiring — avoid costly mistakes
Credentials & Registration
Is the contractor NCA (National Construction Authority) registered?
Do they have valid business registration / KRA PIN?
Do they have professional qualifications (engineer, architect on team)?
Track Record
How many years of experience?
Can they show completed projects (portfolio/photos)?
Are they willing to provide past client references?
Do they have online reviews or ratings?
Project Management
Do they provide a written quotation with detailed breakdown?
Do they offer a written contract/agreement?
Is there a clear payment schedule tied to milestones?
Do they provide a realistic timeline?
Financial & Insurance
Do they have insurance (liability / workers' compensation)?
What's their upfront payment demand?
Communication
How responsive are they to calls/messages?
Did they visit the site before quoting?