To celebrate National Home Improvement Month, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), professional remodelers who voluntarily subscribe to a strict code of ethics, is offering homeowners three pieces of advice for planning their remodels. Think...
With the new year, you may be thinking of work you want to do around the house. If you're considering hiring a contractor, you'll want to find someone you feel comfortable trusting your home and savings to. Some contractors end up not being able to deliver on the...
In Mark Twain's The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Tom convinces his friends that whitewashing a fence is great fun. In order to experience the pleasure, he requests a present from each friend. Not only does Tom get his friends to do his work, he also receives some...
In a country that now boasts more than 73 percent home ownership, the issue of staying in one's home as we age has become a big topic in America. Many grown children complain that mom and dad should move to an elder community. Many seniors prefer to stay in...
Here's a story to think about when you feel you are having a bad day. As bad as things are, just be thankful you are not the plumber who accidentally set a five million pound (that's ten million American dollars to you and me) mansion on fire while attempting a...
It's true—A good contractor is hard to find. All companies look more or less the same when viewed through the Yellow Pages. But how do you know who you can trust and who you will catch sniffing your shoes in the family closet? To solve this problem, the website...
At FLASH homeowners often ask us: “How can I find a reputable contractor to work on my home?” First, be sure that your contractor is licensed and insured before any work is undertaken. Check with the state agency that handles the licensing of professionals and your...
I liken finding a good contractor to finding a good mechanic. You want someone you can trust, someone dependable, and someone who isn’t going to take you for all you're worth. Easier said than done. Thankfully there are resources available—helpful hints and tips that...
