Finding Good Contractors

Every real estate investor and every homeowner, at one point or another, will be searching for good and dependable contractors. There are many resources for finding reputable contractors who are licensed, bonded and insured.

Here is one you may not know about: Puget Sound Energy (PSE).

PSE maintains a Contractor Alliance Network (CAN) of member contractors who are licensed, bonded and insured; knowledgeable on current energy codes, high efficiency equipment and product applications; and continually trained and educated on the latest technology.

These certified specialists help the homeowner make safe, dependable, and efficient choices for nearly any energy-efficient improvement project. Residential, multifamily and commercial contractors available through CAN can help with

• Heating and cooling 
• Solar
• Water heating
• Natural gas conversion
• Weatherization
• Windows
• Roofing
• Generators
• Lighting
• Home Performance evaluation

PSE offers a free HomePrint Assessent, which is a free overview of your home's energy use provided by an independent, PSE-qualified specialist. This assessment will give the homeowner a better understanding of the home's energy consumption, while learning great energy-saving tips. PSE also provides on-the-spot installation of hig-efficiency light bulbs, and up to two high-performance showerheads during this assessment.

To create your own referral for qualified contractors, visit pse.com/can. For more information on these referrals, call 1-800-562-1482 Monday - Friday, 8a - 5p.

Happy Investing!