Should you pay a contractor up front?

• <div><p>In most cases, a contractor will ask you for a deposit that is a percentage of the total cost of your job, but you should never pay in full before work has begun. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-should-i-pay-general-contractor-prior-starting-job.htm">up-front cost</a> could be as much as 50%, or you might give a contractor as little as 10% up front. Discuss payment terms with your contractor before they begin the job to avoid surprises.</p></div>

Does adding a bathroom to your basement increase home value?

• <div><p>Adding a bathroom to your basement can increase your home value since homes with multiple bathrooms sell for more. The return on investment (ROI) for a basement bathroom is <b>50% to 75%</b>. The actual return varies with your home and location. Adding a half bath to your home increases the value by 2.9% while finishing a basement increases the home value by 6.6%.</p></div>

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Q: Is it cheaper to build up or add a basement?

• <div><p>Building up by adding square footage to the top of your home is often less expensive than adding a basement, but it depends on the specifics of your house, your property, and supply costs. Because building a basement requires excavation, it can be a more expensive option than building up.</p></div>

Q: How long should you wait after a new build to finish a basement?

• <div><p>You should plan on waiting at least a year and ideally two to three years after construction before finishing your basement. This will give the foundation time to settle in response to the weight of your home and the expansion of the surrounding soil. You can then repair your foundation and seal any cracks as needed before finishing it to reduce your risk of future leaks or other issues.</p></div>

Q: Do I need permits for flooded basement cleanup or repairs?

• <div><p>Permits may be required for major repairs, structural work, or electrical and plumbing restoration after a flood. Check with your local building department to determine permit requirements and associated fees for your flooded basement cleanup project. Obtaining the correct permits helps ensure work is done safely and up to code.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2022
Stan does a great job. We have used him for many home projects - interior and exterior painting, fencing, inside barn door installation, building garage storage loft and work bench, electrical, plumbing, ceiling fan and light fixture install, etc etc. Will definitely hire him again. We plan to...
Stan Stockdale Contractor LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
Kent and his people were exactly what Iwe were looking for. He told us up front our wait time to get started and they started when they said they would. Everybody that played a part in our pool remodel arrived when they said they would, took pride in their workmanship and were very pleasant to...
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Reviewed in August 2018
Our initial impression of this company was favorable and we truly wanted to hire them for this job. The scope of the work was to do a certain portion of our remodel and then for us to take over. This did NOT include flooring, cabinetry, windows, doors, painting, demo or even new appliances -...
Almosa Construction Company
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Reviewed in August 2018
The owner’s son came to my house at the request of my landlord to replumb my toilet and shower. The work wasn’t performed as directed by the contractor performing the remodel. The plumber tied the sink drain into the toilet waste in the wrong location. Now the plumbing is set in concrete and the...
Ken Roche Plumbing Now Inc
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Reviewed in June 2015
Summitt Building and Development recently finished a remodel for us and we are super happy with the results. We had new wood flooring installed a kitchen remodel done, bathroom, painting and new fireplace mantle; Also new blinds installed and quartzite countertops. From managing the...
Summit Building & Development, Inc
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Reviewed in August 2014
.All our plumbing issues have always been resolved the first tim with no call back each time we have needed a plumber. We do not have any complaints with this company. I don't remember the cost from the times we have called because we needed a plumber and as I said the cost of the plumbing...
DEPENDABLE PLUMBING CO
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Reviewed in March 2013
He is a good guy he is down to earth. And he will be there when he says that he will be. He is very professional I will use him in the future to remodel a rental home that I have
A-1 House Medic
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Reviewed in September 2011
I was referred to Michael Keith of About Facing from a friend in Tallahassee. My cabinets were very old but he explained that they could be refaced instead of the expense of replacing all the cabinet. He finished all the doors from real cherry wood and he created a stain that I liked very...
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