Everything homeowners need to know

Discover how to make the most of your home show visit by connecting with industry experts and finding the perfect professionals for your next home improvement project.

There are several key things to look for in a qualified contractor, and so far you’ve probably selected yours based on their portfolio of work, their credentials and certifications, their pricing and their personality. Now it’s time to ask for a copy of their Certificate of Insurance (COI). 

Depending upon your renovation project, permits may need to be filed with your local municipality. Sounds easy, right? In general, it can be. However, be advised that you should only pull the permit if YOU are doing the work.

Unlike standard ceilings that use attic space for insulation, cathedral ceilings require insulation to be installed from the outside –

If the owner hires a contractor to perform work under the building permit and the contractor is not bonded or insured as required...

The time has come. You went from having a need, to finding the right contractor, to an actual design and selected materials. Your remodel is about to begin. But so is a particular type of reality – your home will be a construction jobsite until the project is complete.