Home Improvement – Home Goods – Home Decor – Home Furniture

Home Improvement Contractors Question by daphusa: home improvement salesman has a revoked license (NYC)?
I just found out the sales person has a revoked license when he wrote a contract for me and a home improvement contractor/renovator. The contractor has valid licenses and paperwork, but is the contract still valid? If the contractor knew, can I get my money back?

Best answer:

Answer by cristasphoto
You can file a complaint with the city…
But maybe give him a chance to see if he does anygood.
Maybe his license was revoked because of his failure to pay.
Not paying doesnt always mean bad service…
Though it doesnt look good.
Maybe ask him for a refund.
Otherwise it sounds like you need to cut your losses count your blessings and move on.

Give your answer to this question below!

Home Improvement Contractors

A home improvement like house remodeling, room addition, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, roof repair, doors or windows installation is a great way to add value to your home and upgrade a room that you use every day. California State Home Builders can handle all of your home improvement, construction, remodeling and renovation needs. Hire local residential and commercial general contractor, roofing contractor, construction management, room addition, plumbers, electricians, carpenters, home improvement contractors, interior design, exterior painting, installation service and much more! Our mission, at California Construction Center is to help our customers to create safe and comfortable living environment, to put their ideas and dreams into practice. Call Now and Get Your Free Estimate Today: (818) 322-3248 (818) 322-3284 / orange county office 714-902-9304

Home Improvement Contractors Question by Troy M: Home improvement contractor is charging tax?
What types of services or materials can a home improvement contractor charge me sales tax on? For example, if we agree to a price per square foot for wood floors could they charge me sales tax on the total amount or should the tax be included in the per square foot amount?

Best answer:

Answer by JTBW
Tax is usually added to the total amount.

Add your own answer in the comments!

Home Improvement Contractors

www.brothershomeimp.com Reno Nevada Home Window Contractors Brothers Home Improvement Inc 980 United Circle, Sparks, NV 89431 (800) 672-3777

Home Improvement Contractors Question by : Home improvement contract dispute – deduction or claim against bond?
My home improvement contractor is not performing some services that were clearly mentioned in the scope of the contract. My contract is silent about details of what to do when contractor does not perform tasks in scope except termination.
I engaged someone else to get some of these tasks completed. Can I deduct my costs from the progress payments of contractor? Or is it better to pay the contractor as per payment schedule and go after contractor’s bond?

Best answer:

Answer by Any Key! Push Me
If you give the contractor money my guess is you will incur many more costs associated with a legal suit. But if you are positive the items SHOULD have been done as outlined in the contract, then deduct the money. Reason is the contractor will then have the burden of proof and will need to take you to court to get his money. So if you can win then keep the money. If you think the contractor will just say oh the heck with it then good. The contractor may not want his name drug through court.

Have your case and documents all in order. Dates, timelines, copy of contract, a clear and understandable statement of what did not happen and what was supposed to happen. Keep all emotions out of it. Show your maturity and let the others look foolish. SEE A LEGAL ADVISER.

Add your own answer in the comments!

Home Improvement Contractors

Home Improvement Contractors Question by Thomas W: Finding a quality home improvement contractor?
Help! Are there any tools to help locate a quality contractor?
as a side note I live in the US

Best answer:

Answer by Jackie Carmichael
You didn’t say which country you are, but recommendations are usually the best way. Ask your friends and family if they have used a reputable contractor. If no one has, then you can try your local chamber of commerce (or federation of master builders) for registered contractors. Always check their references, history and prices first and always get more than two quotes.

Once you have chosen your contractor, make sure you do not pay all the money up front. Get quotes (not estimates) and make sure he sticks to his contract with you. Don’t take chances by phoning someone in the YP because there are a lot of cowboys who just want the money and don’t guarantee their work.

Make sure you get written guarantees and also that they have the correct liability insurance.

That’s the best suggestion I can make.

Good luck.

What do you think? Answer below!

Home Improvement Contractors

Home Improvement Contractors Question by salamouala: What do you guys use to find a home improvement contractor.?

Best answer:

Answer by tearsofthemoon00
Ask around the neighborhood.

Add your own answer in the comments!

Home Improvement Contractors

FortMyersRemodelingContractors.com Tarpon Bay Construction 1220 SE 13th Ave Cape Coral, FL 33990 http 239-573-4733 We are a remodeling contractor specializing in complete home remodeling, house additions, and home improvement remodel. We also custom remodel condominiums and basements and build garage additions.

Home Improvement Contractors Question by B: Anyone recommend a GOOD home improvement contractor in Delaware OH?
We are looking for a good remodeling company. Does anyone have some names?

Best answer:

Answer by Stephen
Craigslist

Add your own answer in the comments!

Home Improvement Contractors

Home Improvement Contractors Question by chiane e: Lawyer advice regarding home improvement contractors/brick pointing/window changing?
I recently had brick pointing and 4 windows changed on the face of my parents’ 2 story building – 3 family w/ a store front. Contractor didn’t grind out the old cement before putting in the new cement (which I was told was the correct way to do it ). For the windows, there was a 6″ gap between the top of the window and the frame. The gap was “filled in” with pieces of wood that were covered with alumnium. I specifically asked if our new windows were going to look like our neighbors’ before the work started and I was told “yes.” When questioned about the gap, he stated that the place where he usually gets the windows from didn’t have the size that we needed and that it was going to take 4 weeks to get them, so he made the decision to get the smaller windows without asking us. My parents were on the location while the work was being done, however they were busy tending the store. My sister and I work full time. I put some $ down, but withheld remaining bal. What legal action can I take?
There were no contracts involved…only a “proposal”. The proposal listed the scope of the work…no clauses in the proposal. Only thing mentioned about pymt was $ 1500 down and remainder of the balance ($ 2000) to be paid when work is complete. I signed and he signed. On the business card that we received from him, it has his name “Sam” and a license #. When I checked the license #, it wasn’t under the name “Sam” it was a completely different name. I don’t think he got a permit from the Dept. of Buildings neither because nothing was posted on our building.

Best answer:

Answer by Somethingtotry
I would ask the contractor to do the job right or you will take legal action. Did you sign a contract?

Add your own answer in the comments!

Home Improvement Contractors

Rogers Radio Vancouver unveils a comprehensive Internet marketing program for Lower Mainland business owners supported by 3 local radio stations – JACK-FM, News1130 and FUN-FM – 3 corresponding local radio station websites and a home improvement directory website featuring more than 7000 free home improvement tips. Emphasis on search engine optimization seo for local contractors.
Video Rating: 0 / 5

Home Improvement
Home Improvement Contractors

Article by Jim Ames

There is can be no other place like your sweet home- whether it is small or big. And regardless of size, people always want their homes to appear wonderful. Therefore, get on the stick with taking up home improvement projects. No slackers allowed.

Whether your improvements include simply adding a new addition or new things to your home or renovating it, you can change roofing, flooring, siding, repairing windows, painting, improve the backyard and much more. However, note that the success level of your home improvement project will depend on the person at the head of the project, your home improvement contractor.

Home improvement contractors are in charge of scheduling, coordinating, planning and activating plans to provide the results you want in a timely and efficient manner. You can find good home improvement contractors via online sites or home improvement centers. And selecting good and affordable home improvement contractors is essential.

Some homeowners choose to handle project themselves, however choosing to hire a contractor can be a wise thing to do since they have expertise on how to handle these projects properly.

Note these other points about home improvement contractors:

1) There are numerous jobs like landscaping, tile setting, swimming pool construction and more covered under the blanket of home improvement. However, for each job, there are different kinds of home improvement contractors that you can hire. So do your homework.

2) Home improvement contractors first need to understand the requirements of your house. Then they should try to know the factors involving the home improvement like why home owners need to improve house or garden. Then according to your budget, they should prepare the quotation and only after the approval, can they start working on your home improvement project.

3) When hiring home improvement contractors, one must shortlist a few contractors before hiring the best of them. Consider those home improvement contractors who have been recommended by friends, colleagues or anyone you know well. Hiring a contractor who has been recommended online is also a great option. Check out all references before hiring home improvement contractors. Hiring a contractor who has done similar jobs before is the best option.

4) Professional home improvement contractors should have everything written in their contracts before they begin. And both parties must sign this contract. So read the contract carefully and note that you must get answers for all the questions you have before you sign the contract.

5) Good home improvement contractors generally give out all the information about their suppliers and subcontractors. These are their support systems so homeowners can check with these supplier and subcontractors.

6) Homeowners should get estimates from at least three home improvement contractors. Good home improvement contractors will give homeowners plans and specification in writing.

7) A flat fee for home improvement project is often more cost effective than wasting time and materials. Home improvement contractors should list all details about materials, paint colors by brand, appliance make and model and warranties.

A good home improvement contractor should be able to follow up with your project from start to finish and deliver results in given time period. Home improvement centers, online sites and neighbors are all good places to start your search for home improvement contractors. Homeowners can also refer to yellow pages and other forms of advertisements.

About the Author

Visit, subscribe to and bookmark: http://myhomeimprovementtips.com for your home improvement projects! And keep up with the latest tips for your home and family.

Home Improvement Contractors Question by linda48217: how can you tell if a home improvement contractor is legit?
I’m getting some work done @ my home and I just want to make sure everything is OK.

Best answer:

Answer by Rocky
Check your local better business bureau

Add your own answer in the comments!

Home Improvement Contractors

Home Improvement Contractors Question by linda48217: How can you tell if a home improvement contractor is legit?
I’m getting some work done @ my home and I just want to make sure everything is ok

Best answer:

Answer by robert C
he should have a history of other jobs to show you, like names, phone numbers and maybe photos

Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!

Home Improvement Contractors