Arizonians have selected the Rosie on the House Referral Network as the No. 1 referral service—of any kind–in the state. Rosie’s Referral
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A contractor’s accountability and long-term reputation are more important to you as a homeowner than the lowest bid. Contact three
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You know those scruffy guys who come knocking at your door—uninvited—to ask if you need any repairs around your house
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Most roofers, plumbers and handymen are honest, competent and reliable. But if you wind up involved with the rare bad
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The best way to avoid having to deal with the spoils of scam artist is not to fall for his
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Make sure you get everything you want and expect—for the price you were promised—by making a clear agreement with the
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If you make an appointment with a reputable, local home-improvement company that insures and bonds its employees, you can feel
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If your neighbor is pitching in for free, he can do anything you ask him to do. But if you’re
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The short answer: Hire someone with a contractor’s license. Qualified general contractors are licensed by the state. If your job
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Always check the credentials of any service provider who will work on or enter your home. Here’s a checklist: Suspect
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Whether you’re hiring a general contractor, an interior designer or an architect, the best way to find one is to
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The best way to find a trustworthy contractor to work around your home is to hire one who has been
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Here’s how to protect yourself from transient contractors: Ask any contractor you might hire for his contractor’s license. Make sure
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There’s one surefire thing you can do to protect yourself from the home-improvement scammers I’ve been talking and writing about
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Before you begin your remodeling or repair project, it is critical that you conduct due diligence on the contractors you
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Step 1 in any major remodeling project: Get your team in place. Before you pry a single tile off of
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You could pick out your tile, granite, paint, cabinets, sink and faucet, and then hire an installer, fabricator, painter, carpenter
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Like a hibernating bear who knows when it’s time to wake from a long winter’s nap, unscrupulous home-improvement contractors who
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Download How To Choose A Contractor Consumer Guide PDF If you are thinking of remodeling, you are probably wondering how
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You’ll know it’s time to do some serious remodeling when: … you feel you can afford to take advantage of
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If your project involves tearing down walls, cutting out spaces for new closets, moving counters, sinks and stoves, or if
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INTERIOR DESIGNER VS. INTERIOR DECORATOR Interior Decorator: If you truly need decorating advice—like help selecting draperies, paint colors and coordinating
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Once you have decided to hire an architect to help you with your home remodeling project: Narrow down your choices
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INTERIOR DESIGNERS An interior designer can add value to a remodeling project—and ultimately to your home—by making sure your finishes,
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If your home-improvement project is simple and you know exactly what you want and can afford when it comes to
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