You have finally decided not to paint the exterior of your house for the hundredth time; instead you are going to install siding. Installing new siding can be a DIY home improvement job. Unfortunately many people find that it is in a little over their head once they start. So save yourself the troubles and find a contractor from the beginning.
The next problem is to find a contractor with good reputation. Using the internet is a good way to do some research to find a contractor. You should also ask relatives or refer to friends for recommendations or check your local yellow pages. After you have selected a siding contractor, make sure to see if he is licensed and bonded. Also ask to see a sample of his work.
Once you find a contractor you feel comfortable with, it is important that have them provide you with a contract for exactly the work rendered. Establish a realistic timeframe within which you expect the work to be finished and get it in writing. Be sure to carefully read your contract before signing the dotted line, and double check that the payment conditions are within your financial means. This seems like a lot of headaches and paperwork just to hire someone, but do not forget this is your house and you want it to look it's best. Anyway contractors like to know what is required of them upfront, it eliminates any miscommunications later on.