Remodeling or room additions can cause anxiety. Discuss your concerns with your contractor to help alleviate your fears.
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Old plaster ceilings sometimes fall without warning. Nailed to the ceiling joists are wooden lath boards that plaster is spread over. Temperature changes cause moisture changes in the boards and the plaster, eventually leading to plaster cracks and the whole ceiling caving in.
Construction dust should not keep you from home projects. Remodeling dust can be controlled. Your contractor should clean up daily.
Exterior paint will last much longer if you properly prep the house before you actually paint. Before you apply exterior house paint, cleaning the exterior of your home well with soap and water will aid in preventing peeling paint.
I know, you want to save a little bit of cash on your upcoming job. But the question is, will you be an asset or a liability on the jobsite. Will you get your work done on time? Will you be in the way? Will you do your job right? Your contractor will have several more questions for you, make sure you have the right answers. One more thing: Excuses are reasons for failure.
Nail pops in drywall are caused by rough framing lumber shrinkage. Lumber shrinkage cannot be prevented - it is natural. However, you can reduce nail pops by installing the screws and drywall correctly.
Room additions should start with what you want to do in that space, and then the walls and ceiling should be added. Interior designers know how to do this.
Disagreements happen between homeowners and contractors. Do you always have to go to court? The answer is no. There are alternatives, but let me forewarn you. Nothing is certain when it comes to dispute resolution. Well, one thing is for sure. If you have hired an attorney, that person is going to make some money.
Painting siding of wood provides a protective coating against the elements. Prime your wood siding and trim on the back and edges to extend life. Exterior siding takes a beating, and painting wood siding correctly with backpriming will save you work and money.
If you are building a new home or remodeling, you should really consider fire sprinklers. They may save your life and keep damage to a minimum should a fire ever break out in your home.
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