At High Caliber Contracting, we know picking the right crew for House Lifting is a big deal. The work has to be safe, clean, and done by people who know what they’re doing. If you’re starting to compare companies, here’s a simple checklist we wish every homeowner had on day one.
- License in CT: Ask for an active CT license number and verify it.
- Insurance: Get certificates for general liability and workers’ comp—both are musts.
- References: Call at least three recent House Lifting CT customers, not just old jobs.
- Photos & Projects: Look for before/after proof, including multi-story lifts, porches, and chimneys.
- FEMA & Flood Code Experience: Your contractor should know base flood elevation (BFE), ICC, and flood vent rules.
- Equipment: Make sure they use steel beams, cribbing, and a unified hydraulic jack system (lifts evenly).
- Engineering & Permits: They should work with your engineer and the town to get plans stamped and permits approved.
- Written Scope & Schedule: Ask for a clear timeline—setup, lift, foundation work, set-down, inspections.
- Warranty in Writing: Get a warranty on workmanship and what it covers after the lift.
- Clean Jobsite & Communication: Daily updates, neat staging, and a single point of contact from start to finish.
A good Building Lifting CT team will also walk your property before bidding: utility shutoffs, access for gear, soil conditions, and where the beams will go. They’ll explain how your deck, garage, or fireplace will be handled, and what you should remove from the walls inside. The plan should be easy to follow—even if you’ve never done a lift before.
If you’re ready to compare quotes, we’re happy to help. At High Caliber Contracting, we’ve been lifting homes across Connecticut since 1993. We use the right gear, follow the code, and keep you in the loop the whole way. When it comes to House Lifting and House Lifting CT, we treat your home like it’s our own—safe, steady, and built to last.
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