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Based on an early 2017 survey, homeowners are projecting a higher than average spend on renovation projects. More than half of homeowners stated they plan to spend money on updating their homes. 42% intend to spend $5,000 or more, and 23% plan to spend at least $10,000. Below are some key statistics from the report. […]
For most homeowners, windows are a necessary component in home design. In the past, they have been more of an afterthought than a feature. Windows have evolved into a prominent visual and functional portion of a home’s design. Below are some trends that customers are looking for today to improve the functionality and aesthetics in […]
The International Surface Event debuted today’s newest trends and important opportunities for remodelers to upsell their customers when it comes to flooring. Here’s what’s new and what to upsell: Luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and wood plastic composite were true stars. LVT isn’t new but the technology continues to advance with high-definition printing, and engineered-in-register embossing […]
“What remodelers do is amazing. It is messy, it is imperfect and it is inconvenient in many ways.” Often times for the homeowner, living through a remodeling project can be very stressful. Customer expectations are evolving and remodelers have to keep this top of mind. Provide a great customer experience by following “the Four C’s”: […]
The winter months may not seem like the ideal season for taking on outdoor projects. Remodeling.hw.net offers these benefits from the client’s point of view for renovating during the winter months: Contractors have more availability during the winter and have flexibility in their schedules. Prices for contractors tend to hit an all time high in […]
When writing a proposal for a small job, it is unnecessary to drown your clients in a large proposal document. Ensure your customer is getting exactly what they want out of the project with these simple tips. Keep it simple. Avoid overwhelming the client by providing an extensive document with too much detail. Provide the […]
Solar and energy efficiency projects are on the rise, and so are the number of people needing financing for these projects. As a contractor, it’s particularly important to understand the different financing options available to offer your customers. Here are a couple questions to ask yourself about the financing programs you’re offering (or going to […]
Renovating a kitchen can be very stressful for people. Most often they lose the ability to use their appliances and that means eating lots of take out, which gets old and expensive fast! Here are a few tips to help your customer save time and money (and stay sane) during a kitchen home improvement project: […]
If you’re looking to attract new clients this year, it is important to have a powerful presence on the web. More than ever, prospective buyers are searching for contractors online. Most contractors spend a significant amount of time on the content on their website, but one of the most important aspects a website is the […]
With a new year comes new clients which means new challenges, projects and opportunities. Make it your 2017 resolution to build and maintain successful client relationships as well as increase homeowner satisfaction. Here are few tips from Remodeling magazine to help you show homeowners above all, you get the value in the projects you’re doing […]
