Your home is your sanctuary—a place where you should feel safe and at ease. However, ensuring that your home remains a haven requires more than just a cozy interior and stylish decor. Regular home...
Dry rot is a serious issue that can compromise the structural integrity of your home if left untreated. Understanding the importance of dry rot repair—from prevention to restoration—is important for...
Your bathroom is one of the most frequently used spaces in your home, and it should be a place of comfort and functionality. However, over time, wear and tear can take its toll, and what was once a...
Renovating your kitchen and bathroom can significantly enhance your home’s aesthetic appeal, functionality, and value. These spaces are essential to everyday living and are often key factors in...
Tile flooring offers a range of benefits that make it a popular choice for homeowners looking to upgrade their living spaces. From durability to design versatility, here’s why you should...
Once work is underway, changes should be kept to a minimum. The details of your project, described in the contract, down to the finishing touches, form the basis of both the price and the schedule of...
A good working relationship is a vital ingredient in successful renovation projects. Mutual trust is essential. Keep lines of communication open at all times. Expect a brief report on the progress of...
Careful planning can greatly minimize the inconvenience of living in the midst of a renovation. Talk to your renovator about the schedule of work to be done and how your daily routine might be...
Don’t automatically take the lowest bid, unless you are certain the renovator has properly understood what you want. Sometimes low bids turn out to be the most expensive in the end. If you accept the...
Don’t omit this step just because you are too busy or “they seem like the right person for the job.” Call the GVHBA, the renovator’s previous clients, the bank, and the building supply store to ensure...
If you are thinking about using outside funds, discuss your borrowing needs and options with your lending institution. You will likely find there are many financing possibilities to consider, from...
Advance research is the key to getting what you want. Review magazines, books and websites to get a n idea of the looks you want. Sites like Houzz with a myriad of pictures and ideas is a great place...
Realize that projects are fluid entities that change and there are always labor pains. Roll with it!...
People hire a contractor because they don’t have the time or skills to do the project themselves, so let the professionals do what they know how to do...
Expect the weather to affect the project’s timeliness and maybe even create challenges and setbacks...
