Keeping Records Keep all paperwork related to your project in one place. This includes copies of the contract, change orders and correspondence with your home improvement professionals. Keep a log or journal of all phone calls, conversations and activities. These records are especially important if you have problems with your project — during or after […] READ MORE
The “Home Improvement” Loan Scam A contractor calls or knocks on your door and offers to install a new roof or remodel your kitchen at a price that sounds reasonable. You tell him you’re interested, but can’t afford it. He tells you it’s no problem — he can arrange financing through a lender he knows. […] READ MORE
Understanding Your Payment Options You have several payment options for most home improvement and maintenance and repair projects. For example, you can get your own loan or ask the contractor to arrange financing for larger projects. For smaller projects, you may want to pay by check or credit card. Avoid paying cash. Whatever option you […] READ MORE
Hiring a Home Repair Contractor Interview each contractor you’re considering. Here are some questions to ask. How long have you been in business? Look for a well-established company and check it out with consumer protection officials. They can tell you if there are unresolved consumer complaints on file. One caveat: No record of complaints against a […] READ MORE
The winter season is in full force, and that means that your home is in danger of having problems if you are not prepared for cold weather. Your home needs care in cold weather too! In this article, we’ll be discussing some of the ways to prevent frozen pipes and make sure that you are […] READ MORE
So, you’ve discovered what you think is foundation damage in your home. Maybe you see cracks in your walls, maybe you notice that your floors or uneven or sloping, or perhaps you notice that your doors don’t close correctly. Maybe your first thought is that it can probably wait, you don’t have time to deal […] READ MORE
Hurricanes can wreak havoc on your property with wind, rain, and flying debris. Let My Foundation Repairs connect you with a local contractor in your area to help with foundation damage. READ MORE
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Is foundation repair ever a DIY job? Do you need a structural engineer? Is every foundation repair super expensive? These are questions we answer in this article. We can also put you in touch with a local professional to help you with your foundation repair project. READ MORE
Have you noticed water leaking from your roof? Making puddles in your basement or crawlspace? It's time to consider waterproofing your home. Waterproofing protects you against wаtеr dаmаgе that mау weaken (or ruin) the ѕtruсturе of the hоuѕе. READ MORE