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Sometimes Things Go Wrong

On April 2nd, 2010, posted in: Construction by 0 Comment

Some people think it’s a weakness to admit that they’re not perfect, but while the pursuit of homebuilding perfection is a passion (obsession?) of mine, I feel it takes a bigger person to admit they don’t get everything right all the time. There are a myriad of moving parts in homebuilding; sooner or later, all..

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Don't divorce your contractor!

On March 4th, 2010, posted in: Contractors by 0 Comment

Firing a contractor in the middle of a project is like getting a divorce:  it’s ugly, and it’s expensive.  Dishonest contractors know something you might not:  once work commences, your project is no longer desirable for any other contractor.  If you’ve been talking to contractors, just ask them how they would feel about taking over..

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