Learn from your mistakes and update your contracts so that they reflect lessons learned from situations that cost you time, money, or customer goodwill.
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Contractors must register with the state under new Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act.
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An Angie’s List-type website provides a view from the other side and helps businesses avoid problem customers.
Varied colored pens for each staff member are an easy way to see who has read a document.
When embarking on a remodeling project, it helps to precisely define the homeowner's responsibilities. This form does just that.
An independent designer asks about his liability exposure, and a top design/build company provides strategies for minimizing risk.
Tips for helping remodelers avoid the hit when prices spike and shortages loom.
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Understand lien laws and be proactive about protecting your rights to get paid.
Chances are good that most homeowners don’t know what a lien waiver is, but remodelers would do well to tell them. Subcontractors can file a mechanic’s lien on property they work on in the event of a dispute over payment, but asking subs to sign a waiver ensures that won’t happen.
It’s tempting to hold onto subpar trade partners when money is tight and their prices are good. You might also feel that you’re too busy to find replacements.