If you’re remodeling your kitchen you might be considering kitchen appliance packages since choosing “bundles”, with some retailers, promises moderate savings. While on the surface, the advertised savings may seem an attractive benefit to a ballooning remodel budget, there are some things you need to know before placing that order. At least you will be…
Metal theft is not something new to the construction industry but with high unemployment and a less than thriving economy, it is on the rise. The price per pound today for stolen copper is upwards of $4.00 per pound versus about $0.80 a few years ago. There’s more of a demand now than ever for…
Whether performing remodel work or new construction, when a contractor does not pull permits you are at risk for penalties, code compliance issues, possible tear out, the cost of rework and potentially the loss of a home sale. Homeowners not only remodel or renovate their homes to accommodate an expanding family or to update finishes…
Construction fraud can rear its ugly head following any devastating spring, summer or winter weather event when the cleanup and rebuild process begins. Contractor fraud is more rampant during these times so it is important to be able to identify the signs of a less than reputable contractor and leave nothing to chance. When the…
Contractor fraud is typically wrapped in the promises of quick repairs at below market prices. According to the Wall Street Journal, the entire US construction industry is virtually on “life support”. With little hope for any quick turnaround in construction spending and a bleak outlook of the current construction jobs market, there is a kind…
Overhead Costs – The Difference Between Direct and Indirect
Included in every estimate for any construction or reno...
Your Risk When a Contractor Does Not Pull Permits
Whether performing remodel work or new construction, wh...
Contractor Markup – What are you really paying?
Contractor markup is a given when hiring a contractor f...
Construction Contingency May Be a Point of Contention When Building
A construction contingency, as it relates to a build pr...
Construction Errors have a Claim Statute by State
Construction errors or defects can be simply described...
