Houzz… that?

Houzz is definitely helpful if you need a little kick-start for your creative juices and hidden DIY talents.  Professionals also share their insight and expertise – free of charge!  It’s a resource with fresh perspective; a place where dust is given little time to settle, as new updates surface weekly!

This piece offers advice on selecting the ‘right’ home remodeler for your project; the “Houzz To” in selecting your contractor.   My husband is a general contractor, so I understand the value in selecting wisely.  The alternative to a good contractor is a costly fix.  Unfortunately, not everyone in the field offers quality craftsmanship. 

Here are a few of my own tips in preparing to find the right contractor for your project:

• Talk to friends – word of mouth is the best place to start.  Firsthand experience is priceless!
• Ask the professionals.  Home Depot, Lowes, your local hardware store – these are businesses that work with contractors daily, and reputation and quality work are hard to hide.
• Stay away from NARI and Angie’s List – strictly my opinion!  These are services paid for by the contractor: they are able to market themselves for a fee.