Can I use an appraisal to get homeowners insurance?

• <div><p>Your home insurance company may allow you to use an appraisal instead of an inspection when you apply for coverage. Keep in mind that despite this, an appraisal is far less detailed than the different <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-home-inspections.htm">types of home inspections</a> available and may not reveal potential risks that you’ll want to know about. </p></div>

Can I be present during the home appraisal?

• <div><p>You can be present during a home appraisal, but it’s best to stay out of the appraiser’s way. Make yourself available, but don’t engage or interrupt, and don’t discuss value or your target sales price. If possible, have your agent present in the house instead of being present yourself.</p></div>

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Q: Does a drop ceiling add value to a home?

• <div><p>Stylish drop tiles, such as wood or metal, could add value to your home if the drop ceiling hides imperfections on an old surface. However, traditional fiberboard and plastic drop ceilings can have the opposite effect, especially if new prospective buyers do not like that aesthetic. Savvy buyers may also know that drop ceilings are a go-to ceiling option in areas where leaks are an issue, given the easy access to the area above the ceiling and the ease of replacing a single tile. This could dissuade a buyer from purchasing your home.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to pay property taxes on a shed with plumbing?

• <div><p>A shed that connects to water or electrical services is likely to be assessed for property taxes; however, tax assessments vary around the country. Since every state and local municipality differ regarding property taxes, you should contact your city to determine whether or not you&rsquo;re required to pay property taxes. Some states consider sheds or detached garages taxable if they have water, sewer, and electricity installed. </p></div>

Q: Does LVP increase home value?

• <div><p>While LVP won&rsquo;t increase home value as much as engineered hardwood, it can increase the value somewhat because it creates a warm and inviting aesthetic. It&rsquo;s also durable and waterproof, so it can be appealing to homebuyers with pets and children. LVP is very low-maintenance, so that can also appeal to homebuyers who don&rsquo;t want to spend a lot of time keeping up with an engineered or solid hardwood floor. </p></div>

Q: Can I be present during the home appraisal?

• <div><p>You can be present during a home appraisal, but it&rsquo;s best to stay out of the appraiser&rsquo;s way. Make yourself available, but don&rsquo;t engage or interrupt, and don&rsquo;t discuss value or your target sales price. If possible, have your agent present in the house instead of being present yourself.</p></div>

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The quote was about the same as another company, but the other company would charge extra for each piece of plywood that needed to be replaced and other things. It was nice to know what we would pay. The price quoted is what we paid. There were windows in one room that needed to be replaced....
Elite Windows & Siding, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
They were always on time and error free. Good workers always real safe.
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Reviewed in October 2020
We had a very negative experience with Matt Fratzel, and his one and only plumber, Kurt, that he sent to do some of the work. Matt told us his employee was "slow, but good". One problem we had was that not only was he slow, he also did not repair things correctly the first time. We had multiple...
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Reviewed in June 2020
Highly recommend to get Josh to determine the actual source of water to truly resolve the matter for real - great savings overall - thank you!!!! Will hire again
Osborn Concrete And Trees
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Reviewed in February 2018
Chris was AWESOME. Did a thourogh inspection inside and out. We'll use him again and encourage my agents to do the same.
Diamond Heritage Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2016
The sale was fantastic! Brown Button does an incredible job marketing their sales. Sale items are staged beautifully in the home and pictures posted on the website draw you in. Now I am hooked on their site! Our share of the sale was more than we expected. Do not hesitate to contact Brown Button...
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Reviewed in August 2014
I contacted James @ Faith Roofing in mid May to replace the roof of our house in Wamego, KS. We'd filed a claim with insurance for weather related damage and it had come back with only a small portion of the roof being covered for repairs. We wanted a second opinion from a qualified roofer so...
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Reviewed in June 2014
I am inpressed with State Farm and thier rates are better than where I was insured before. Not to mention I really like that when I had a claim, I spoke with my agent, not some guy in another state or counrty about my car.
REA D LAFLIN INSURANCE
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Reviewed in March 2011
When we hired Dustin to paint the exterior of the house I was impressed with his knowledge and honesty. We also added ceiling repairs from water damage and repairs to our skylight area. He painted the kitchen and repaired an area in the drywall of a bedroom and it. We needed a shutoff valve...
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Reviewed in October 2009
This was very short notice and I was very pleased that Patrick was able to come almost at once. We had a real mess, as the septic had backed up into the basement shower stall and all over the bathroom floor and carpet on the other side of the bathroom door. He arrived within an hour and...
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