Tips and advice for a successful renovation
Here at GreatBuildz, a free service that connects homeowners with reliable general contractors, we know the importance of a good construction contract - that's why we asked two experienced attorneys to share their perspective on the most important aspects of a...
When people think about remodeling, they usually get excited about envisioning the beautiful new space they want to create. Most people want to update their homes in order to get rid of old, worn, and outdated elements and replace them with new finishes that reflect...
How To Handle Contractors Overcharging You Most people will end up renovating a home at least a few times in their lives and sometimes that experience can turn into a renovation nightmare. If you are unfortunate enough to find yourself working with a bad contractor,...
How to Deal With a Contractor’s Poor Workmanship Most of us have known people who endured renovation nightmares after hiring a bad contractor who performed shoddy work at their home. Sadly, this is not an uncommon occurrence. Over 50% of homeowners report having a...
Here at GreatBuildz, a free service that connects homeowners with reliable general contractors, we know the importance of selling a home quickly and at a good price – that’s why we invited Julia Weaver from Redfin (an online real estate brokerage) to discuss her take...
California has recently adopted some laws that have significantly changed the landscape for owners of both single-family homes and multifamily buildings. Specifically, under Assembly Bill No. 68 and No. 881, homeowners throughout the state are now allowed to build an...
How To Deal With Contractor Delays Before we dig into this, don't forget to check out part 1 of our Bad Contractors series: How To Spot a Bad Contractor Those of us who have used the services of a general contractor to renovate a home know that it can be a stressful...
Everything you need to know about bad contractors, how to avoid them, and what to do if you're stuck with one Although people aren’t always fully aware, hiring a general contractor to renovate your home is a daunting and risky endeavor. The process of renovating...
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