Finding the Right Contractor.... Experience plays a very big role when hiring a Home Improvement Contractor. Every contractor learns on the job and gets better as time goes by, however you DON’T want to entrust your home to someone who is still learning! When interviewing contractors you should ask how long they have been in business, what kind of projects they have completed, insurance coverages as well as licensing & referrals. Also contact your and your state licensing board to verify any problems. This will give you a good picture of who your contractor is.