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Ten Tips For Choosing a Home Improvement Contractor

Choosing a home improvement contractor is no easy task. With so many choices and so little information, it can be difficult to tell the difference between good contractors and bad ones. The best way to ensure that your renovation project goes smoothly is to do your research ahead of time and ask lots of questions before signing anything. Here are some tips for vetting contractors:

Check references

  • Ask for references from previous clients.
  • Make sure to call the references and ask about the quality of work, communication, and timeliness.
  • Ask about their experience with the contractor as well as what they think about his/her professionalism and attention to detail.

Understand the contractor’s approach to work

You should also be sure to thoroughly understand the contractor’s approach to work. This includes their work ethic, communication skills, and ability to adapt to your needs. If a contractor is not willing to meet with you in person or via video chat before signing an agreement, that should be a red flag. You want someone who takes pride in their craft and will do everything they can for their clients–and if they won’t even talk with you before getting started on the project, then maybe they aren’t the right fit after all!

Inspect contractors, not just their work

Inspect contractors, not just their work

When you’re looking for a home improvement contractor, don’t just look at the finished product. Instead, inspect what they do and ask yourself if it’s up to your standards. Ask … READ MORE >>>

Summer Kirby by — December 24, 2023 in Renovation
The Psychology of Selling A House

The process of selling a house is hard on homeowners. You have to figure out how much your home is worth, list it for sale, and deal with buyers who want to haggle over the price. But there’s more to selling a home than just trying to get the most money out of it. Research shows that buying and selling houses can be just as emotionally taxing—and even traumatic—as buying and selling cars or other large items that require significant commitments of time and money. The good news is that we know how psychology factors into these major life events, which means we can help you better understand what you’re going through when selling your home so that you can make an informed decision about whether now really is the right time for such an undertaking!

The intense work of fixing up a house can be rewarding, but it’s also exhausting.

Fixing up a home can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it’s also exhausting. You have to put in a lot of time and effort to make your house look good enough to sell.

You may not get much sleep while you’re fixing up your house because you’ll probably have to work around the clock to get everything done before the deadline set by your real estate agent.

Research shows that people who sell their homes have to overhaul their living space when they buy a new one.

Research shows that people who sell their homes have to overhaul … READ MORE >>>

Summer Kirby by — November 21, 2023 in Renovation
Tips For Successful Drywall Seam Repair

Drywall seam repairs are fairly common and are usually very simple if you know what materials to work with. If you find yourself in need of drywall seam repair, you’re not alone—it happens all the time! Drywalls are located in many places throughout homes and buildings, including ceilings, walls and even floors. And while they might seem like they’re always perfectly smooth and solid, this is not always the case. In fact, drywall seams can often crack or become damaged over time due to normal wear-and-tear or even from damage caused by other building materials such as pipes or electrical wires that aren’t properly installed or maintained by contractors who don’t take proper precautions when working on projects within them.

If you find yourself in need of drywall seam repair, you’re not alone.

Drywall is a common building material that can be used for many different things. From walls to ceilings, drywall serves as a sound barrier and helps keep your home energy efficient. With proper care and maintenance, your drywall will last you years!

But what happens when something goes wrong? If you find yourself in need of drywall seam repair, you’re not alone: it happens more often than you might think! Fortunately for those who have experienced this problem before (or those who want to avoid it altogether), we’ve put together some tips on how best go about fixing them yourself with minimal hassle or cost.

Don’t panic! Drywall seam repair is a common problem that can be

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Summer Kirby by — September 20, 2023 in Drywall Repair
Extensive Property Renovation Tips

There are many reasons to renovate a property, from wanting to create a rental asset to needing more space for your family. Whatever your motivation, the project can be overwhelming if you don’t do it right. That’s why we’ve put together this guide full of tips and tricks that will help you make sure your home renovation is as smooth as possible.

Never underestimate the cost of renovating.

When you’re planning a renovation, it’s important to be aware of all the costs involved. You may think that renovating an old home will be cheaper than building from scratch, but this isn’t always the case. The cost of materials and labour can vary significantly depending on the project. For example, if your house has asbestos in its walls (which many older homes do), then removing it will cost more than just replacing drywall with new insulation because there is special equipment required for safe removal.

The other thing to consider is clean-up after your renovations are complete: when doing extensive remodelling work such as knocking down walls or installing new floors or ceilings throughout an entire room or house; there’s bound to be some mess left behind by workers who were working on those projects during construction time periods where they aren’t able use certain tools like power drills yet because they haven’t been installed yet either so if someone walks around inside without shoes on their feet then they run risk being injured by stepping into something sharp while walking … READ MORE >>>

Summer Kirby by — September 5, 2023 in Renovation
How To Fix A Small Drywall Crack

If you’ve got a small crack in your drywall, it may seem like a disaster. But as long as the crack is less than an inch wide (and especially if it’s less than 1/2 inch), you can repair it yourself. Here’s how:

Step 1

  • Prepare the area: Remove all loose drywall, clean it and then apply joint tape to the back of your patch.
  • Apply joint compound: Use a putty knife or taping knife to apply a layer of drywall compound over both sides of the crack. Let this dry completely before sanding it smooth.

Step 2

The next step is to use an awl or screwdriver to make a small hole in the drywall. This will allow you to apply the drywall compound into the crack and around the anchor. A putty knife can then be used to remove any excess compound from around your repair area, giving it a clean look when finished.

Next, use an electric drill with a 3/16″ drill bit attached (or smaller) and press it against one side of your old drywall anchor until it breaks free from its holding power in your wall surface’s masonry layer (usually concrete).

Step 3

  • Apply a small amount of joint compound to the crack.
  • Let it dry completely, then sand it smooth with a fine-grit sandpaper. Repeat for additional cracks if necessary.

Step 4

Step 4: Sand the area with a drywall sander. This will smooth out any rough edges and help to ensure that the patch … READ MORE >>>

Summer Kirby by — August 14, 2023 in Drywall Repair