Project Planning In Mifflin County: Who To Call First (By Project Type) Water intrusion → roofers or plumbers Safety/electrical → electricians Comfort/no-heat/no-cool → HVAC Land/drainage/driveways → excavation Multiple trades/remodels → general contractors Cleanouts/haul-away → junk removal Cosmetic refresh → painters The Biggest Reason Projects Stall Most delays come from calling the wrong trade first. Example: Calling a painter for moisture stains (drainage issue) Calling a GC for a clear roof leak (roofer first) Calling HVAC when it’s an electrical breaker issue (electrician first) So let’s simplify it. The “Call-First” Decision Map If Water Is Coming In Roof leak, missing shingles, flashing issues → Roofers Leaks under sinks, water heater, toilets → Plumbing Basement seepage, yard pooling, driveway washouts → Excavation/Drainage If Safety Is Involved Breakers tripping, burning smell, sparking outlets → Electricians Don’t “wait and see” with electrical problems. If Comfort Is The Issue No heat / poor airflow / uneven rooms → HVAC If It’s A Remodel Or Mixed Issues Kitchen/bath remodel, additions, multiple trades → Kitchen Remodeling or Bathroom Remodeling If You Need It Cleared Out First Estate cleanouts, rental turnovers, haul-away → Junk Removal If It’s Paint/Refresh Interior/exterior repaint, deck stain → Painters What To Tell Any Contractor (So You Get Faster Quotes) Use this mini-scope for any category: Your town What’s happening (1–3 sentences) How long it’s been happening Photos Timeline Access notes This removes guesswork and speeds up scheduling. Common “Wrong First Call” Examples (And The Fix) Musty basement smell → start with drainage/excavation if water is involved; HVAC helps with airflow after Ceiling stain → roofer first (stop water), then painter “AC not working” but breaker trips → electrician first Homeowners, please use the directory to contact local pros and compare scope.

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