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Should I Hire a Handyman or a General Contractor for My Remodeling Project?

Billy Gafford | July 20, 2010

Updating your kitchen and revamping your bathrooms are excellent ways to dramatically improve your home’s beauty and value.

Your Guide to Building a Better Home

Paul Beaudoin | May 7, 2010

Everything you need to know about building the home of your dreams.

How To Gauge a General Contractor’s Safety Record

Paul Beaudoin | May 6, 2010

The easiest way to judge a general contractor's safety record right off the bat is by asking around to people living in the town where ...

How a General Contractor Can Create Your Dream Home

Paul Beaudoin | May 6, 2010

Because building a custom home from scratch can be a time consuming and costly project, anyone hoping to undertake a project of this magnitude needs ...

Don’t Choose a Contractor Based on Price

Stan Grabowski | March 4, 2010

And once you’ve secured a home, maintaining and improving it should be paramount.

Your Guide to Home Additions

Ferdinand Steyer | January 13, 2010

Your guide to residential contractor courtesy of Ferdinand Steyer, owner of Mountain Works LLC in Connecticut.

Avoid Being Scammed by Contractors

Bryan Sebring | December 10, 2009

Some of the signs that should raise red flags in your mind regarding your contractor.

What to Look For in a Contractor

Bryan Sebring | December 9, 2009

Great advice for building a trusting relationship with your chosen contractor.

Consumer Laws in Illinois

Bryan Sebring | December 9, 2009

The Illinois Home Repair and Remodeling Act was instated in 2000 and applies to all contractors who are engaged in remodeling and repairs.

Creating a Kitchen or Bathroom Project Budget

Paul DeFeis | October 5, 2009

The role of a good kitchen or bathroom remodeling service is to incorporate all the client's ideas into a realistic plan, then plan a project ...