Rothrock Kitchen & Bath Remodeling
Have you ever wondered: How much return on investment can I expect from a home remodel? What remodeling decisions can I make to maximize my home’s resale value? How can I maximize resale value when I remodel my home? How can I maximize resale value when I remodel my kitchen?
We will answer all of these questions and tell you how our client did exactly this in a kitchen remodel.
It seems like there are million different kinds of home improvement contractors. There are general contractors, subcontractors, trade contractors, remodeling contractors, plumbing contractors, painting contractors, tile contractors, etc., etc. You get what I’m saying.
The task of sorting through the industry jargon and figuring out which type of contractor you need for your project can be frustrating for new and veteran homeowners alike. What does it all mean? Who does what? And, who do you need to hire for your project?
What can a homeowner do to ensure that they have a good remodeling experience?
A lot of homeowners feel like they are at the mercy of their contractor. They feel like they have no control over the outcome of their project. So, they hope that the contractor they hire will do a good job and attend to their needs, and they pray that the outcome of their project won’t be another horror story.
What causes a construction project to go wrong? What can be done to keep a construction project from going bad? What are a homeowner’s responsibilities in a construction project? What are the contractor’s responsibilities in the project?
Anyone who has completed a home improvement project can tell you that remodeling is not for the faint of heart! It is an emotional rollercoaster. Unfortunately, most of us (contractors) aren’t as forthcoming as we should be in preparing our clients for the difficulties that lie ahead. Many homeowners get started on their projects without a complete understanding of what they are about to endure.
What should you expect when you are remodeling your home? What emotions can you expect to experience during a remodeling project? What can you do to reduce stress during a remodel?
When you’re planning a kitchen or bathroom remodel in Portsmouth, NH, one of the most critical decisions you’ll face is how your contractor will bill you. Your choice in this area can significantly impact not only your budget but also your overall experience during the remodel.
There are primarily two methods of charging for a service: a variable cost method, ie. Time & Materials or Cost-Plus. Or, a guaranteed cost method, like the aptly named Fixed Cost (also called Fixed Price). To avoid surprises, it is important to know which method your contractor will be using.
Let’s explore the different contract types—Time & Materials, Cost-Plus, and Fixed Cost—and help you decide which will be the best fit for your project.
There are a lot of factors to consider when you are remodeling your home. One consideration is how the improvements will affect your home’s value.
How will a building project affect your home’s value? Do some projects have a better return on investment than others? Which remodeling projects will increase your home’s resale value the most? Should you consider some of these projects for your home?
Contrary to what most of us (contractors) will tell you, there is no such thing as the best contractor in the area. There is no best car, best smartphone, or best meal either. Everyone is different, and we all have different needs, desires, and preferences. So the best choice of car, smartphone, or meal for one person isn’t the best choice for someone else. The choice of contractors is no different.
There are a thousand things that can break a construction budget in the blink of an eye.
How can you make sure your construction project stays on budget? What factors cause construction costs to increase? Can these factors be controlled? What can you do to keep your project on budget?
