What Makes High-end Remodeling Labor More Expensive Than Other Contractors
What Makes High-end Remodeling Labor More Expensive Than Other Contractors There is a shortage of skilled tradesmen in the construction industry which has been putting upward pressure on the rates at which contractors must bill out their labor. Multiple factors contributed to this phenomenon, including the lack of trade school support, a large percentage of […]
When to DIY and When to Hire a Contractor
When to DIY and When to Hire a Contractor NOTE: This is a special guest post by Darlene Mase of Zumper, a housing and apartment website. She’s sharing her tips on when to DIY, or “do it yourself,” and when to reach out to a professional contractor or tradesman to work on your remodeling project. You […]
Outdoor Living Space Ideas to Make Your Own Enchanting Oasis
Outdoor Living Space Ideas to Make Your Own Enchanting Oasis NOTE: This is a special guest post by Anna Fox of Señor Mist, a contractor who specializes in making outdoor living spaces comfortable. They utilize mist, fog, dust control, and heating components to help make your time outside pleasant. Anna is sharing her advice on turning […]
Pros and Cons of moving out vs. staying at home during a remodeling project
Pros and Cons of moving out vs. staying at home during a remodeling project Deciding to move forward with a large remodeling project is an exciting time – you’ll finally get your house exactly how you’ve envisioned it! Once the choice is made and the contract is signed, it is time to think about your living situation […]
Whole House Remodeling: Why You Should Renovate Your Entire House at One Time
Whole House Remodeling: Why You Should Renovate Your Entire House at One Time Having a whole-house remodel performed can be a large undertaking, but R. L. Rider Remodeling has an experienced team and process that makes it simpler and stress-free. If your entire house needs updating then there are a lot of good reasons to have all the scopes […]
Comparing and Contrasting Different Remodeling Experiences
Comparing and Contrasting Different Remodeling Experiences There are so many different types of contractors to choose between for your project: remodelers, general contractors, builders, handymen, trade specialist subcontractors, and other specialties (such as insurance restoration). Check out our blog post on the types of residential remodelers here. It can make your head start to spin when trying […]
Aging in Place in Your Lansing, MI, Home
Aging in Place in Your Lansing, MI, Home Even the healthiest body will succumb to the wear that a long life well lived will bring, and this wear can require that daily activities require more care than before. Of course, you could get this kind of care if you moved into an assisted-living facility, which could […]
Differences Between Custom and Generic Home Finishes
If you are shopping for an item and searching solely for the cheapest price, there is no doubt that you will be able to find some excellent deals if you look long enough. There are opportunity costs to choosing a generic item with a budget price however as opposed to having a custom item made […]
What to Expect When Meeting with a Professional Residential Contractor
This article covers a list of items that we think people should know about before they meet with a professional residential remodeling firm . There are some common misconceptions that we run across frequently and we wanted to take a closer look at some things you can expect from a quality company. This list is […]
How to Protect Your Family from Asbestos Exposure
How to Protect Your Family from Asbestos Exposure If you currently live in a home or are planning on moving into one with any part constructed before 1980, it is a good bet that there are asbestos-containing materials in the structure. If you have watched television at all in the past twenty years then I’m […]