Experienced contractors know that there is absolutely no way to keep dust from spreading from the jobsite to other areas of the home. I am amazed at the audacity of some contractors to promise “dustless remodeling” when the laws of nature cannot be altered. My position on the best policy is to simply not to lie to clients about dust. Dust is going to happen if …
June 20, 2012
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Category: Contractor Relations
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First and most importantly, if you have not been assigned a project manager on a remodeling project yet, ask who it will be and if you will have his personal cell phone number. It is imperative that any type of remodeling project have a person you can contact at ANY TIME for emergencies, as well as one that can be contacted during business hours for standard …
Good communication between you the homeowner and the project manager is your ticket to a quick, smooth, and efficient launch of your home remodeling project. With a competent project manager, you can expect about an hour or so planning how your daily routine will remain as uninterrupted as possible during the remodeling process. The following is what your project manager should know, have finalized, and have …
When you are planning a home remodeling project, children and pets are among the items that should be discussed when you have either or both in your home. Most contractors are good with children and pets; they typically have their own. However, it is necessary that they not be permitted in a construction area and experienced contractors have effective precautions to insure everyone’s safety. Kids and …
April 16, 2012
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Category: Contractor Relations
Comments Off on Discussing Your Budget With a Remodeling Contractor
Should you be discussing your budget with a remodeling contractor? This is a plaguing question you face that can unnecessarily infringe on the excitement of having your home remodeled. The fact that you’ll find opinions both ways doesn’t help either, but the following is a way to simplify the matter. At first, when I tell you the answer is both yes and no, that may sound …
