Picking a pro for emergencies
Article Abstract:
It is vital that home owners establish good relationships with specialty contractors who are able to respond to emergency home-repair situations. Relying on the advice of discriminating friends and general contractors is an excellent way of finding such contractors.
Publication Name: Today's Homeowner
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1089-4810
Year: 1997
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Adding extras amiably
Article Abstract:
Add-ons not in the original home remodeling contract are less likely to become a problem if the homeowner anticipates them and budgets 10% over the original estimate. The price of each extra should be negotiated and put into a written change order.
Publication Name: Today's Homeowner
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1089-4810
Year: 1997
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Orchestrating your project
Article Abstract:
Advice is provided to help homeowners avoid problems and keep their home renovation project on track. Homeowners are advised to make decisions before the contractors begin work and to track delivery dates and coordinate them with the contractor.
Publication Name: Today's Homeowner
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1089-4810
Year: 1997
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