Navigating Specialty Trades: A Bathroom Renovation Dilemma

Navigating Specialty Trades: A Bathroom Renovation Dilemma

Let’s spend some time talking about specialty trades. Weekly Call: Bathroom Renovation Dilemma We got a call this week from a couple in town. They recently hired a contractor that had completed a bathroom renovation in their basement. While I don’t have all the...
Licensed, Bonded, and Insured

Licensed, Bonded, and Insured

This week’s informational post focuses on being Licensed, Bonded, and Insured. Those terms are used a lot in our industry – but what do they really mean? Licensure:  Surprisingly, there are actually three categories to consider – Licensed, Registered, or Certified....
Bid Development

Bid Development

With rising costs and clients being more mindful of their spending, people occasionally ask us how our pricing works. It’s not as simple as you think. In the world of contracting, labor + material ≠ costs.  Here are some of the not-so-apparent costs that we use to...
Three Key Project Aspects

Three Key Project Aspects

Spring Break is right around the corner! And with the weather about to turn, and projects about to kick off, here are three super important topics to discuss with your contractor – be it us, or the guys up the road: Must-Haves & Pain Points First, consider your...
Decking

Decking

Spring is upon us and that means it’s time to fire up the grill, grab a beer and make the most of our outdoor spaces. Let’s talk about decking, and what to consider if you’re planning on building or renovating in the near future. Materials The first decision is what...