Dear So and So

[NbyNW]

Wow, Snap. Let us know if your brother is successful getting that guy kicked off the list.

I've always wondered about A.L. Is there still a fee to have access to the list? I have mostly relied on personal referrals for things like this, so haven't really tried it.

[indysteel]

Yes, you still pay for access. I have nothing bad to say about AL. It's not foolproof though. Depending on the nature of the work and cost, I would use one of several methods to vet contractors. They can help resolve problems if they do arise. We get a monthly magazine with helpful homeowner tips. My problem is that we live outside metro Indy and a lot of contractors with reviews simply don't serve our area. If we lived in Indy, we'd use it more. I'd add that AL is a very progressive employer that really emphasizes health and wellness. I like that a lot!

I want to emphasize that my beef is with the contractor not AL FWIW.