Category: General Contractor
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Winter Planning for Spring Siding Projects: A Guide for Homeowners
As the winter chill settles in, it might seem like an odd time to think about home improvement projects. However, for savvy homeowners looking to enhance their curb appeal and protect their investment, winter is the perfect time to plan for spring or summer siding projects. In this blog post, we’ll explore key considerations and…
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The Crucial Balance: In-House Employees vs. Subcontractors in Exterior Contracting
In the world of exterior contracting, one of the most crucial decisions a company can make is how to structure its workforce. Should you rely solely on subcontractors, or is there a compelling case for having in-house employees as well? This question is not just a matter of preference; it can significantly impact the quality…
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Free Yourself from Shady Contractors: A Guide to Choosing the Right Roofer or Sider
When it comes to hiring contractors for roofing or siding projects, it’s crucial to make informed decisions. Unfortunately, there are shady contractors out there who may take advantage of unsuspecting homeowners. To protect yourself and ensure a successful project, it’s important to know what to look for before calling a contractor, how to compare quotes…
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Building A New House: Being Your Own General Contractor – Part 3
Quick recap, you’ve weighed the pros and cons and chose to be your own General Contractor (GC); you’ve also jumped the initial insurance and bank hurdles. Now it’s time to find contractors to give you estimates. As a general rule of thumb 3-5 estimates are a good comparison. Start with 3 and if you have…
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Building A New House: Being Your Own General Contractor – Part 2
You’ve decided you want to be your own General Contractor…Congratulations! It was a tough decision to make and the path won’t always be the easiest to take. As the previous blog stated, you don’t have to be construction savvy to feel capable of being a General Contractor (GC) but it is good to have someone…
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Comparing Vinyl Siding to Hardboard Siding
It’s time to reside your home but what siding products should you use? Vinyl siding, James Hardie Fiber Cement siding, or LP Smartside siding? What are the pros and cons of each product? What is right for you? Let’s tackle those questions with this article. Back to the basics– what is vinyl siding and what…
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How to Make Color Selections
Making color selections can be very difficult and stressful for first time home builders; but it doesn’t have to be! Here are a few easy steps to get you started in knowing what you want, but just as important, what you don’t want. Drive Around Local Subdivisions Your local neighborhoods are great resources to find…
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Customer Reviews vs Customer References
Customer testimonials and customer references seem like the same thing on the surface but they are very different and serve different purposes. They are equally important. So what’s the difference? Let’s start with the more familiar: Customer Reviews. You can find these on the contractor’s website, Facebook, and any Third Party website (like Google, BBB,…
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Liberate Yourself From Bad Contractors
Unfortunately, the construction industry is abound with poor principle. How do you begin to find a contractor that’s trustworthy? I suggest thinking of contractors as employees you are interviewing to potentially work for you/your company. It may seem silly at first, but that mindset will give you the confidence you need to feel like you…
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Comparing Hard Board Siding: Part 3 – James Hardie Fiber Cement
If you are just joining in; this is part three of a four part series on hardboards and knowing which one fits your needs. Part two covered LP Smartside in detail – Click here to read that article. Today we are covering James Hardie Fiber Cement Board’s history, make up, the pros and the cons.…