You shall then see a number of carpenters or furniture makers who work in this area. Your attention should initially be drawn to those companies that have their own website. If you are looking at a general directory you may have to really search out any company website in order to actually view it.
Their website should contain images of previous work as it is important you know the quality of work you are going to be paying for. You want it to be of a high standard so you really do not want to just hire someone blind without knowing what they are capable of.
If they do not appear to have any images or they have very few then you can also ask the company for references. A well established company of this type should have references from happy customers that you can check as they know this can make you feel much more confident in hiring them for the job. Of course it is much easier for you if you have a friend or a family member who has used them as at least you can see the work for yourself and judge how good you think it really is.
It is also a good idea to look into the background of the company in respect of their qualifications and relevant experience. You should try and pay particular attention to logos of associations which are linked to either furniture making or carpentry. These associations take their membership seriously so people must work to a constant high standard. You can of course check with the associations themselves that the company are actual real members.
You more than likely already know what you are wanting built however it is important they come and visit you at home. They can discuss the job and give you samples of wood with different grains so you can pick out the exact one you want. They can advise you on the best colour in the room and give you some useful tips on the style.
You do have to get more than one company to come and talk to you and get them to leave you estimates. A custom cabinet is going to cost that bit more than normal but it is going to be unique but get several quotes so you can determine if you are being given fair prices or if one company is trying to just over charge you.
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