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It only gets harder to pick out your favorite motor yacht when the manufacturers keep adding so many great new options. If this is your first time looking, your head may spin. The more experienced cruiser already knows what he wants, but it´s hard not to want everything.
When you choose a new motor yacht this year, there are plenty of things to consider. Newbies and old salts alike have so many options to choose from, it´s both exciting and overwhelming.
This year´s 60´ Hatteras is similar to their 56´ model, but the bigger version gives you an upgrade in speed, fuel economy and range. Its hull is extended to give more running surface. You´ll also enjoy the new swim platform, designed as a sport deck.
For 2009, the Carver Motor Yacht comes in 41´, 46´ and 47´. The 41´ cockpit motor yacht has room for 6 adults in the lounge, plus a spacious cockpit and aft deck. Down below, you´ll find 2 staterooms and 2 en-suite heads. The master stateroom has easy access to the cockpit. All throughout, you´ll find exquisite, high-gloss cherry wood cabinetry and furnishings.
For those with truly discriminating taste, the 47´ Carver offers everything you could want in a luxury yacht. Expertly decorated by a team of designers, this vessel emanates style throughout. Each of the two staterooms has a private head. The master stateroom also has a desk with a vanity and a private entrance to the cockpit.
Set out to cruise in style with one of the many amazing motor yachts available.
4. Does the contractor ask for a deposit up front? Although the size of a project may dictate whether a deposit is appropriate or not, for the average size painting and repair project (3,000 to 8,000) I strongly recommend not paying a deposit.
A painting contractor should have enough financial stability to finance a project of this size. More important than that, without a deposit the crew will be more inclined to work at optimum performance and get the job done accurately and timely.
Over the years, I have heard many stories from homeowners who paid a deposit and then watched as the contractor left with only a day or two worth of work being done, never to be found again.
5. How well has the contractor communicated with you since the first time you contacted him? Is he quick to respond to your questions and concerns?
Communication is very important to most quality professional contractors. This is another indication of the core values, by which he operates. During your project, you will definitely want good communication.
6. Are the painters working for the contractor covered by workman\’s comp? Be sure of this because many painters say they have liability insurance, but liability insurance is not the same thing as workmen comp and will not cover the painters if they are injured on the job.
Another consideration is how well the contractor has insured his crews against injury. Some contractors pay their crews under the table and there is no history that the insurance companies can verify. They may not cover the crews in such cases. This can put you at considerable financial risk. This simply is another indication of the core values that govern the Marietta painting contractors performance. Contact his insurance company and ask these questions.
7. References are very important and you should follow up with checking them. Of course, the company will only give you their best references but even these can give you an idea of the quality, communication, neatness and overall opinion of their work. Remember however that each person has their personal opinion on what qualifies, as a quality job so do not make your decision based solely on references.
8. Watch out for the aggressive painting contractors who are volume oriented. Their entire goal is to turn out as many finished houses as possible in a short amount of time to earn fast money. The quality of their work will not be driven by any kind of core values. You and your home will suffer at the hands of this type of contractor.
9. Be sure that your contractor is perfectly clear on there being a walk through with the head crew member and yourself to look for areas that need tidied up or repaired. This must take place before you write any checks for the project. This protects both you and the contractor from issues later.
It covers two crucial areas, your happiness with the work performed and any potential warranty issues that could come back on the contractor. This will save you aggravation and the contractor precious time and money. An experienced contractor who is concerned about their customers realizes that this is the best way to wrap up a job.
10. The following are more obvious things to look at, a business license, unsettled complaints listed with the BBB, how long has the company been around, how many people work for them and a well written contract including warranties.
Always put quality first. Putting a little extra time into qualifying your Marietta painting contractors will pay off handsomely. You will have fewer headaches during the project. You will have a better looking home with a paint job that last longer.
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Douglas Malat is a freelance writer, captain, and co-creator of YachtAuthority.com, where you will find any motor yacht you are looking for.
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