Is the company a member of the Better Business Bureau for the area? Many companies will choose not to become BBB members, this can indicate that there may be issues with the service the company provides.

Ask for information on the various warranties or guarantees that the construction company will provide. Remember that they cannot change bad weather conditions, or problems with delays in supplies, but they should be able to keep their work on schedule or provide reasons why it is delayed.

A good place to start looking for a construction company is to check out new developments in the area, ask developers and general contractors as well as get recommendations from suppliers. Construction companies typically have a sign in front of the properties they are building, be sure to make a note of ones you like and don't like.