Always ask for pictures of previous work your contractor has completed before you settle on someone. Indoor shutters need to be a lot more aesthetically pleasing than their outdoor counterparts. If the contractor has a portfolio of work the pictures will show you what type of work the contractor is capable of.

Ask for references before you hire any contractor to install indoor shutters for you. This is always important when you hire a contractor, but it becomes especially important when you hire a contractor to work in your home. You want to be sure that the contractor is respectful, professional, and skilled. The best way to determine if your contractor has these traits is to contact previous customers.

You should be willing to put down a deposit on any work your contractor is hired to do. This is a standard request made by most contractors when they are working with new clients. You should never be willing to pay more than 25 per cent of the total estimated cost as a deposit. The request for a deposit is reasonable, but asking for more than 25 per cent is not.