For anyone who has ever wanted or needed to maneuver through the maze of hiring and working with a general contractor, this book is the map to guide you. Mike Pesola's The Bedrock Guide to Remodeling Success takes the homeowner all the way through the home improvement process, from the preliminary issues of how to find a contractor to final payment and follow-up.
Utilizing easy-to-understand language, sample forms, quizzes, and clear examples, this guide explains not only what you need to do and know but why it's necessary. This step-by-step guide gives detailed explanations of each of the many parts of a contract, clarifying how loopholes and oversights can affect the homeowner.
Useful quizzes, easy-to-follow lists, and examples to compare help the homeowner recognize and avoid potential pitfalls and problems before they occur. The tips and suggestions in The Bedrock Guide to Remodeling Success can make the difference between stress-free home improvement and a remodeling disaster.
