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What you need to know before hiring unlicensed contractor or handyman
Can you legally hire unlicensed contractor? It is legal for unlicensed contractors to work on projects that don’t exceed a certain value, but this value varies per state. For instance, in California, the limit is $500. However, as a homeowner, it’s important to ensure that anyone working on your property…
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How to Pay Your Handyman or Contractor
Underestimating payment schedule It’s unfortunate that people tend to underestimate payment schedules and conditions, especially in small remodeling projects.Suppose your contractor didn’t include a payment schedule in the agreement and was happy with a small retainer and the lump sum final fee payment at the project completion date. Sounds good,…
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Handyman Vs a Contractor, Who Saves More Money?
Occasional maintenance or renovation is inevitable. We often love to believe it can be a simple DIY, especially since plenty of helpful online information is accessible to everyone! But if you don’t have the time, do not feel comfortable, or have already tried and it did not work out, the…
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How To Get Clear On Your Bathroom Renovation
After working on many bathroom renovation projects, I’ve learned that even small renovations can be overwhelming for homeowners. When a homeowner expresses concerns about a renovation, it’s important to have heart-to-heart discussions to address their worries and create a clear plan for the project. 1- Ask About The Primary Concerns…
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3 Finishes for a Guaranteed Stunning Bathroom Design
The Design Theme Although the images above show bathroom designs and arrangements that vary in style, ranging from modern farmhouses to modernized vintage, still they all follow the same design theme which if applied carefully, it is guaranteed to get a sleek inviting look that have the ability stay in…
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DIY vs. Professional: Which is the Best Approach for Your Bathroom Remodeling?
Are you about to try DIY for the first time? You may have the courage and time, and the internet is full of information to help you learn anything about bathroom remodeling. However, it is worth considering whether you should hire a professional to perform tasks that you have only…
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How to Agree With your Contractor on the Remodeling Timeline
Have you ever regretted not agreeing on a clear remodeling timeline and precise start and completion dates with your contractor while remodeling your house?In the realm of residential construction and remodeling, contractors often provide their clients with generic job timeline expectations. However, they refrain from discussing detailed schedules or committing…
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How To Define a Scope of Work
What needs to be done on your project? Have you ever experienced a situation where you hired a handyman or contractor to do a job, only to find out later that certain items or parts of the work that you thought were included were not? This can happen when there…
