Publisher's Synopsis
The inside scoop for when you want more than the official line! No matter what changes and improvements you're planning for your home, from remodeling a kitchen to building a deck, hiring contractors can be a scary experience. From the moment you start looking for a contractor until the day you sit back and enjoy the finished results, how do you stay on top of the process and feel that you are in control? You want to avoid the sensation that people working in your home just might be taking advantage of you. You want the inside scoop. The Unofficial Guide to Hiring Contractors gives savvy consumers like you a foolproof appraisal of what works and what doesn'tthe good deals and the bad oneswith unbiased recommendations that are not influenced by any company, product, or organization. This book, like every Unofficial Guide, is intensively inspected by the Unofficial Panel of Experts, a team of highly respected contractors and inspectors. They ensure that you are armed with the most up–to–date insider information on how to hire contractors and are told exactly what the Official establishment doesn't want you to know. Vital Information that other sources can't or won't revealfrom avoiding home security rip–offs to finding high–quality materials without paying high prices. Insider Secrets from contractors, supply vendors, and homeowners who've been through it all. Money–Saving Techniques that show you how to create your dream home without breaking your budget. Time–Saving Tips to help you and your contractor get the job done without delays. The Latest Trends in home design, room styles, and outdoor maintenance. Handy Checklists and Charts that help you coordinate your home improvement schedule.
