Remodeling

Remodeling is one of the most challenging types of construction design. Given a particular amount of space and existing dimensions, it can be difficult to come up with a good plan for reworking an available space. We have had many years of experience in this field and can come up with a plan that works best for our customers. The two most popular rooms to remodel are kitchens and bathrooms. These two rooms seem to become outdated more quickly than others.

How are we different from other home remodeling contractors in Cookeville?
Do you want to modernize your home, add space or make it energy efficient, but construction horror stories are holding you back? We will make every effort to insure your project runs smoothly from design to completion. We will go to work for you and with you to help you create plans, develop a budget, assess your project for potential resale and supervise every aspect of the job. Before the project begins, we will all have a complete understanding of the materials and processes that will be employed in the course of your project. We make sure you know what is happening each day, and we pride ourselves in getting your home back to normal as fast as possible.

Tips On Making Your Remodeling Project Easier

1. Start at the Beginning

Write down the ways in which your home does not currently meet your needs. Don't worry about the design or budget of the project at this point. That will come later. Just write down the issues you are trying to resolve. For example:

• "When we entertain the house is too small to accommodate our guests."
• "We're tired of going up and down stairs to do the laundry."
• "We want a bigger more modern kitchen."
• "Our bathroom is small and outdated."
• "We need more closet space."
• "We want to have a sunny, cheerful room that is appropriate for houseplants, and family activities."

If you have many separate items on your wish list at this point, try to rank them by priority, and decide which goals are most important to you. If you are able to solve these problems then you will be more likely to be happy with the results of your project, and it will allow a professional to help you design a project which will be right for you.

2. Determine your budget

This may be the most distasteful, yet necessary part of the process. In order to evaluate the practical limits of your budget you need to consider several factors. Do you foresee selling your home in the near future? If so, you will probably be concerned with recovering your investment when you sell. If the total of what you paid for your home and the cost of remodeling is going to significantly exceed the value of the most expensive homes in your neighborhood then your project may not be economically feasible. However after five years or so other factors may be more significant. So, if you have no intention of moving soon then the issue is completely different. Location is everything, and if you love the location of your home and intend to stay put then any amount of investment to make it into the home you want may be justified. If you will be borrowing money for your project, then you should talk to your lender to get an idea of what your financial limits might be.

3. Find a Contractor

When it comes to finding a contractor, be an informed consumer. Before you even contact a prospective contractor consider calling the Better Business Bureau or the state board for licensing contractors to see if they have any unresolved complaints or actions against them. Once you have contacted a contractor ask them for references. Why even waste the time to discuss your project in depth if these factors might disqualify a candidate? A reputable contractor will be delighted for you to check up on their business in advance.

"Horror Stories" about contractors abound. For example, the contractor who starts a job and then disappears for weeks at a time. Or the contractor who does a pretty good job, but then just won't return for warranty work. Or the contractor who goes grotesquely over budget. Or the contractor who takes your money and then does an all around shoddy job. One thing all of those stories have in common. The customer didn't check the contractors references. Don't make that mistake and you probably will never have a horror story of your own.

4. Get all questions answered up front

Your contract should be specific, and may (usually should) include drawings, model numbers of appliances or fixtures, materials specifications, and a specification of all services which will be included. Also the rate for upgrades or additional work (AKA change orders) should be agreed upon. Just as important as what will be included is a list of any required commodities that the contractor will not be paying for such as electrical service, yard repair, owner supplied fixtures, owners responsibilities, etc.

How can we help you right now?
If you are thinking about remodeling your home, please call us at (931)528-1960 to schedule a free, no obligation consultation and estimate. We're nice people looking for nice people to work with!

Credentials and Affiliations
We are members of the Cookeville Home Builders Association and the Cookeville Chamber of Commerce and the Better Business Bureau. We are licensed and insured and we have numerous references and satisfied customers.