35 Critical Questions to Ask Wedding Planners

Before hiring a planner, ask about: experience with your venue/style, services included (full vs. partial vs. day-of), how many weddings they do per year/weekend, their vendor network, backup plans for emergencies, communication frequency, timeline creation process, how they handle issues, their design process, budget management approach, contract terms, cancellation policy, additional fees, liability insurance, and payment schedule. Request 3+ recent references and check them.