Thursday, March 27, 2014

Getting An Affordable Bathroom Remodel

By Linda Cantrell


Both the kitchen and bathroom will bring a homeowner the most return on their investment, so they are logical choices in renovations. In the city of Houston, TX an affordable bathroom remodel is more than just possible, if a homeowner locates and mandates the proper contractor. Below are the steps listed to get the most value for less.

The first thing is to find all local contractors who specialize in this particular room. Word-of-mouth is always a good way to go, but isn't always possible. However, after finding a company that is suitable to the needs of the homeowner, it's important to get some referrals from previous clients. Some may have a list to provide their potential clients, so take advantage of them and make some phone calls.

Satisfied customers aren't necessarily open to speaking to any potential new clients of that particular contractor, and rightfully so. Instead, they may have signed a testimonial that states their satisfaction. The next step that every homeowner should take is to contact the consumer protection office. This is the office where many homeowners will make any claims against contractors, and so will provide lots of information as to whether working with them is worthwhile or not.

Dig as deep as possible, as this will ensure peace of mind. In addition to this, make sure you have the company's credentials on hand. It's crucial that the company has liability insurance, protecting employees and clients at the same time. Estimations will vary from one contractor to another.

It's the experience of most homeowners to choose someone right in the middle. However, one does get what one pays for. On the other hand, someone new in the industry might be trying to build a reputation, and the best way to do that is to provide low estimations. This may not have anything to do with a poor job.

Ensure the homework is done to make a wise decision. Much of the decision will rely on the initial meeting, so pay close attention to the representative's attitude, punctuality, and so on. Anyone with credentials will have them on hand to present them to potential clients, so don't settle for any verbal confirmations.

A remodel can be only a few days long to a few weeks long, so it's important to be comfortable with the right contractor. A good representative may be able to provide great insight with regards to plans for the project. Furthermore, he should be able to furnish information such as the duration of the project, and when it will begin. All this information should be in writing.

Great results, as mentioned above, can be easy to come by, and not have to break the bank. However, for that to happen, the homeowner must do the homework, hire a good team, and take part in creating a great plan. The client should have an idea as to what style is most suitable to the family, as well as their own personal style, while respecting the architectural design of the overall interior of the home.




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