Need a Makeover? Make Sure You Hire a Skilled Cosmetic Surgeon!

So your house is pushing 40. It’s approaching mid-life and showing all the signs of aging – a tired kitchen, a bathroom that’s seen its’ better days, and a cramped, closed floor plan of an era-gone-by. Let’s face it... your kitchen resembles the latest HGTV before-and-after shows, but only the “before” picture. Your bathrooms are showing their wrinkles and age spots too. What’s the owner of a middle-aged home to do? Maybe it’s time to hire a skilled cosmetic surgeon to perform a makeover and add beauty to your home you never imagined.

Since your home was built, home science and design technology has advanced to a new level of sophistication. Advancements in energy efficiency, the widespread availability of innovative finished materials and the opportunity to hire creative design talent enables today’s homeowner to take their home makeover to a whole new level.

Today’s remodeling contractors are also more skilled than ever. They combine the latest design-build methodologies with today’s new and innovative finished materials to create a fantastic makeover for your home. And the better contractors do it quickly with minimal disruption to you and your home. Many of today’s remodeling contractors are college-degreed professionals who understand professionalism and the importance of customer service. They know how to listen, they understand your objectives and they can translate your dreams into reality, on time and on budget.

So how exactly do you find a skilled, professional remodeling contractor for your makeover? Here are a few suggestions:

1. Check Their Work – Call their references, look at pictures and videos of their work and if possible, visit a jobsite in progress.


2. Check Their Affiliations – The most professional contractors value their reputation and professional growth. So they join professional organizations like the National Association of Home Builders and the Better Business Bureau (make sure they have no outstanding complaints filed with the BBB).


3. Check Their Capabilities – In addition to remodeling services, find out if the contractor also offers design services, including those of a licensed architect and interior designer. Many contractors have established relationships with a select group of architects and interior designers to offer what is often referred to as a complete design build solution or one-stop-shopping.


4. Check Their Value Proposition – Find out what you are getting for the money. For example, if tidiness is important to you, find out if they are committed to keeping your house clean during the project. Find out how quickly they can begin and complete the project, including all design work. Check their warranty policy. Then, find out what it’s all going to cost. Would you hire the cheapest physician? Hiring the lowest bidder may not produce your desired makeover either.