Home Improvements Remodeling Questions and Answers
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Home Improvements Remodeling Questions and Answers
What factors should determine whether I decide to move or remodel?
Should I hire a professional or do the job myself?
What are the specific responsibilities of the contractor vs. the architect?
Choosing a Contractor, Architect and Budgeting
What guidelines should I follow to find a contractor?
What questions should be asked of an architect?
What basic services can I expect an architect to provide?
Once I choose a contractor, what items should be covered in the contract?
What if the contractor bungles the job?
What are allowances and what should I know about them when planning with a remodelling contractor?
Financing Options and Tax Deductions
How can I finance a remodelling project?
Does the government offer assistance with home improvements?
How much can I expect to spend on maintenance?
What about other home improvements, are they deductible?
Home Improvements
Who are the professionals that do home improvements?
Who should be called to the project first, the contractor or the architect?
Should the architect and contractor have a “vested” interest in one another?
Are there specific questions I should ask a contractor?
There seems to be no shortage of contractors; how do you identify one who is less than reputable?
What guidelines are useful for finding an architect?
What role might engineers play in my remodelling project?
Are there ways to save money when using a contractor?
What other cost controls or budgeting ideas might be helpful?
Does the contractor have to provide a warranty for the work?
What should I look for in a warranty from a remodelling contractor?
What should I know about mechanics’ liens?
Do I have to be concerned with building codes and permits?
What can I do to minimize chaos, danger and stress once a project has begun?
What are the best home improvement projects to maximize ROI, or Return on Investment?
What is Universal Design and how does it relate to remodelling?
What should elderly homeowners consider when deciding to remodel?
My budget won’t allow for expensive add-ons; is there another way to find and make space?
How do I get help for remodelling following a natural disaster?
Are there routine steps I can take now to avoid major home improvements later?
How can I make energy efficient improvements to my home?
Is window replacements tax deductible?
Maximizing ROI on Remodeling
What should I consider when redoing my kitchen?
What should I consider when remodelling the bathroom?
Zoning and Legal Issues
What are some of the legal considerations relative to remodelling?
What should I know about zoning issues and approvals?
What is a variance?
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