[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Contractor's Name] [Contractor's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Request for Contractor References — [Project Name] Dear [Contractor's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to request your assistance in providing me with a list of references for your contracting services in the Houston, Texas area. I am currently in the process of selecting a reliable and reputable contractor for an upcoming project in Houston. After conducting thorough research, I have come across your company and have been impressed by the positive reviews and extensive portfolio displayed on your website. In order to make an informed decision, it is crucial for me to gain insights from your previous clients who have experienced your services firsthand. Obtaining references will greatly assist me in assessing the quality of your work, your professionalism, and your ability to meet project deadlines and budget constraints. I kindly request that you provide me with a list of recent references, ideally from projects similar in scope or nature to the one I am planning. Please include the contact information (e.g., names, phone numbers, and email addresses) of these references, allowing me to directly reach out to them. This will enable me to ask specific questions regarding their overall satisfaction, any challenges encountered during the project, and their opinions on your responsiveness and problem-solving abilities. By obtaining references from your clients, my goal is to gain a comprehensive understanding of your company's strengths and capabilities. This will help me determine if your services align with my project requirements and if we can establish a mutually beneficial working relationship. I assure you that any information shared with me will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and will solely be used for the purpose of evaluating your suitability for my project. Should you require any additional information or have any specific questions regarding this request, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to receiving the requested references at your earliest convenience. Your support in this matter will greatly contribute to making an informed decision on my part. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]