NOT ALL BUILDING MATERIALS ARE EXPENSIVE RIGHT NOW. MANY COMMON PRODUCTS HAVE STABILIZED — AND SOME ARE EVEN MORE AFFORDABLE THAN A YEAR AGO. Contractors & Homeowners: A Practical Look at Today’s Material Costs Not all building materials are expensive. Many common products have stabilized, and some are priced the same—or less—than a year ago. There’s a widespread belief that repairs and renovations should be delayed because “everything is too expensive.” That belief made sens

Homeowners often believe that if a contractor gets hurt on their property, the contractor’s insurance will handle it. That belief is wrong — and dangerous. In Pennsylvania, if a contractor does not  carry workers’ compensation insurance and a worker is seriously injured or killed on your job site, liability does not simply disappear. If the contractor has no insurance and no assets, attorneys will look to the homeowner . This happens most often on renovation and structural jo

After 32 years in residential renovations — where every wall hides a secret and every ceiling hides a soap opera — here’s the truth: Change orders were meant for REAL unforeseen conditions.Not because Joe Blow can’t tell a drain line from a garden hose…and not because Saint Mary planned to “get the customer later.” In this business, you walk in with eyes wide open and ego turned down.You don’t get to be shocked when a 1950s home has mystery plumbing or Cousin Larry’s wild wi

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Top Home Renovations That Boost Your Property Value Before Selling Cost-effective upgrades that make a big impact. When you’re getting ready to sell a home, the goal is simple: make it look its best without pouring money into the wrong things.  After 30+ years in residential construction, I can tell you firsthand — some upgrades pay off, and some are just expensive hobbies. Here are the renovations that consistently deliver the biggest return for homeowners. 1. Curb Appeal: F

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12 Expert Tips for Homeowners Dear Beloved Homeowners, When it comes to home renovations or repairs, your dream project can quickly turn into a nightmare if you're not careful. Unfortunately, the industry isn’t free of shysters —those posing as contractors while using deceptive, unethical, or even fraudulent practices to lure unsuspecting customers. To help you protect your investment, sanity, and home, here’s a comprehensive and practical list of 12 expert tips  to guide yo