CHECKLIST: REASONS FOR HIRING CONTRACTOR

• A staff shortage exist due to vacation, illness, or unfilled position
• Staff does not have the necessary skills, such as HVAC or elevator maintenance
• The work requires special equipment or materials
• The work requires licensed technicians, such as plumbing or electrical work
• The total in-house cost of a project, including licensing fee, special insurance, and payroll administration, is not cost-effective, and a contractor can handle it more efficiently
• Training staff members and purchasing equipment would be more expensive than hiring a contractor
• Some materials and supplies may not be available locally