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This Old House Max Alexander |
Can't We All Just Get Along? A good relationship between architect and contractor is key to a smooth renovation -- and it can save you a bundle |
Popular Mechanics December 2008 Roy Berendsohn |
Remodeling Without a Contractor: Homeowners Clinic I've never worked with an architect before -- do I need one for this job? Also, is it a good idea to split some of the work with a contractor? |
This Old House Caitlin O'Neil |
Avoiding Homeowner Meltdown How do you handle the stress of a renovation? |
This Old House September 2007 Alexandra Bandon |
So You Think You Wanna Be on TV? Folks often ask, what does it take to get my renovations on the This Old House TV show? Here's the inside scoop on what the producers look for in a project |
Entrepreneur October 2008 Mark Henricks |
Hired Help The pros and cons of hiring independent contractors. |
This Old House Steve Thomas |
Kitchen Quest Whether you're designing a brand new kitchen or renovating what you have, be flexible... |
Home Toys February 2006 |
Technology in Architecture Whether it be a simple surround sound system or a whole house control system, the most important thing to remember is when to start planning. For architects and builders it is very important to remember when to bring in a low voltage consultant. |
This Old House Roseann Henry |
Small Kitchen, Big Dreams Meet Kris Boyaris and John Krasnodebski, the fastest design-build firm in the Midwest. |
Popular Mechanics September 23, 2008 Joseph Truini |
5 Reasons Architects Are Worth the Money to Redo Your Home Architects are well worth the extra cost on large remodeling jobs because with thoughtful evaluation and design, they can meet -- and often exceed -- your expectations. |
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TOH's 6-Point Plan for Getting the Best 2005 Looking for a good home project or repair contractor? Follow our step-by-step plan and you could land someone every bit as good as the ones we found. |
This Old House Bruce Irving |
Talent Search TV show producer Bruce Irving says the key to finding the experts who appear on This Old House is really quite simple... |
This Old House Sal Vaglica |
Using Contractor Referral Websites Tips for using online resources to get the best contractors for your projects. |
This Old House Karen Ziga |
3 Tips for Tackling a Fixer-Upper House Intimidated by the thought of an exterior renovation? These three tips will make the project more manageable. |
CIO July 30, 2013 Jennifer Lonoff Schiff |
What to Look for When Hiring an IT Consultant How do you find the right IT consultant for your business and specific technology needs? IT executives share their tips and advice. We also suggest five questions you should ask all prospective candidates. |
Entrepreneur March 2004 Marc Diener |
On Your Terms To protect and control your interests, keep these tips in mind when negotiating with consultants. |
AskMen.com Roberto Rocha |
Do You Need An Image Consultant? Behind every great man is a rich advisor. From presidents and CEOs to rap stars and basketball icons, all men of grand stature have likely profitted from the advice of an image consultant. |
This Old House Baldwin & Rodriguez |
How to Get The Most From Your Contractor Homeowners and remodeling pros suggest how to improve their working relationship, with some useful tips on how to keep your next project on time and on (or even under!) budget |
This Old House Bruce Irving |
The Carlisle House A celebration of This Old House's 25th-anniversary remodel -- from start to spectacular show-house finish -- with 21 need-to-know lessons for every homeowner |
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Best Contractors and Builders 2005 A general contractor serves as the air-traffic controller of your renovation: overseeing day-to-day work, hiring and coordinating the subcontractors, and keeping in close touch with you throughout the project. Here's how to find a contractor. |
This Old House Tom Silva |
How to Hire a Contractor Get recommendations... Do phone interviews... Meet face to face... Investigate the facts... Make plans, get bids... Set a payment schedule... etc. |
This Old House Jeffrey Rothfeder |
Get it in Writing A solid, signed agreement with your home-remodeling or building contractor is the best protection against disappointment -- or worse. |
Popular Mechanics November 7, 2008 Joseph Truini |
4 Tips for Hiring Contractors (and 10 Ways to Avoid Scammers): DIY Guy How to avoid sleazy or shady tactics, check the construction work, check the paperwork, and check the bills. |
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Advice from Renovation Therapists Remodel therapists listen to your remodel sob stories and offer strategies to avoid that next home-improvement trauma - no inner child involved. |
This Old House Jeffrey Rothfeder |
Should You Buy That Fixer-Upper? A house with problems can be a great opportunity fraught with peril. So before you take the plunge, make sure you have a realistic idea of what you're getting into. |