Contractor FAQs
What makes 9 Hammers different from other referral companies?
We are not a call center or corporate businessmen. 9 Hammers is owned by an experienced contractor who knows the struggle of paying for leads up front with no guarantee of work or who you are competing against. We understand it is tough securing work when homeowners are not educated in our field. We teach homeowners the issues that arise form hiring unlicensed or unqualified contractors. This allows us to set our network of contractor apart form the rest.
How can I apply to be in your network of referred contractors?
We have an online application form available for you to fill out.
Please click below to apply.
How long does it take to process my applicaiton?
We will process your application and notify you within 48 hours.
When do I pay sign up fees?
Once we have processed and approved your application, we will contact you by phone or email. You will be able to pay the sign up fees by phone or mail in a check or money order.
Will I be provide a reciept?
We provide an invoice for all payments, including sign up fees. Invoices can be mailed, faxed or emailed
Do I need to provide proof of my license?
No, we have access to DPOR license records and will verify your license through the information you provide in the application form.
I just started my own company, do you require a company to be in business for a certain number of years?
No, we understand the most contractor venture on their own after working for other companies. We have put some questions on the application form that will tell us how long you have been in the industry.br/>
When will I be charged for projects?
An invoice will be faxed, emailed to you one you have signed a contract with the homeowner. Payments will be due within 30 days of receipt.
Are there any other charges other than sign up fees and project fees?
No other fees. Once you pay the sign up fees, you will only be charged for projects that you get under contract with the homeowner.
Do you charge renewal fees?
No renewal fees.
How much does sign up fees cost?
There is a $200 sign up fee that covers your entry into the network. We do charge $25 per county you would like to be listed under. At a minimum, you will pay $225. If you would like to work in 4 counties, you would be charged $300.
How much am I charged for projects I get under contract?
We charge per contract and based on the contract amount. 8% on the first $10,000 and 2% for any amount over $10,000
Can I pay using a Credit Card?
Yes, we take credit card payments by phone or check by mail.
What address do I use to mail in payments?
Payments and sign up fees can be mailed to:
9 Hammers
P.O. Box 374
Fredericksburg, Virginia 22404-0374
When do I provide 9 Hammers an update on project status?
When a homeowner signs a contract with you and again upon project completion.
How many Contractors do you refer to each homeowner?
At most, we will refer 3 contractors to a homeowner.
Do you have any restrictions on which contractor you refer for a project?
Yes, the contractors we refer for each project must be properly licensed and have the appropriate classifications to do the work. As an example, we will not refer a contractor for an deck project if they do not have the BLD classification on their license.
Do homeowners contact me regarding projects?
It is our policy to contact you by phone or email with information and details regarding your projects. Only under special circumstances will a homeowner contact you directly at the start of a project.
