Always always always get 3-5 quotes on remodeling and make sure EVERYTHING is in the contract and ANY changes are added to the contract. There are a few rip-off guys in the remodeling industry. They like to low-ball bids and then not put everything in the contract, or insist on additions, and then charge for the additions. Most of these "additions" you the owner assumed were in the contract and part of the original deal. Always insist that everything gets put in the contract for the benefit of both parties.
Recommendations from friends and family about a good contractor is another good option, but not always available.
Recommendations from friends and family about a good contractor is another good option, but not always available.