How do I choose a dry lining contractor in Maidstone?

Key checks when choosing a drylining contractor in Maidstone:

1. CSCS accreditation — every operative should hold a current CSCS card relevant to their trade (operative, skilled, or gold)
2. Public liability insurance — minimum £1 million, ideally £2-5 million
3. Employer liability insurance — £10 million is standard (legally required if they employ staff)
4. Written itemised quote — labour, materials, plant, and waste removal broken out separately
5. Evidence of similar Maidstone projects — ask for references from jobs in your part of the borough (Victorian terrace, post-war estate, new-build apartment, commercial fit-out)
6. Programme and overrun terms — written, with clear delays clauses
7. Building Control handling — do they manage the Maidstone Borough Council notification and sign-off?
8. Guarantees — minimum 12 months on workmanship, longer for fire-rated installations

Always get three quotes and check reviews. Avoid contractors who quote by the day without a written scope, demand large cash deposits, or pressure you to commit on the spot.