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Hire a Pro Advice Categories
Before you hire a professional tradesman to complete a job learn what to expect dealing with a contractor. Here's an overview of specific service contractors who you hire to repair, remodel and decorate your home.
Carpentry Projects
To find the best type of carpenter for a carpentry project at your house learn about their different skills and expertise and where to find one.
Ceilings/Floors
Ceiling and flooring installation services are the typical contractors you'll hire for a new floor or ceiling. Sometimes these jobs are done by carpenter,s too. Learn about their skill levels and expertise and where to find one.
Doors
Find a professional carpenter who can hang a basic interior door or a more complicated exterior one by knowing what to expect and their different skill levels and experience.
Electrical Projects
Hiring an electrician for most electrical projects is the best choice. Learn about their different skill levels and expertise and what should be in a contract you sign with an electrician.
House Exterior
Find a professional carpenter or tradesman who can do an exterior repair or upgrade by knowing what to expect and their different skill levels and experience.
Heat/Cool/Insulate
A heating contractor and insulation installer are two of the most typical contractors you'll hire for HVAC (heat, ventilation air contioning) services. Find a pro by knowing what to expect and their different skill levels and experience.
Fix/Maintain
A handyman or handyman service is a good bet for any of the repair and maintenance jobs around a house. Find out how to find one and what to expect of their work.
Improvement Projects
Improvements and upgrades can range from simple to complex so you're likely to hire anyone from a handyman to a skilled carpenter. Learn about their different skill levels and expertise before hiring one.
Landscaping
Since landscaping projects can range from simple yard work by a gardener to more complicated installations you'll find different landscape contractors specialize in different projects. Learn how to find one that's right for your job.
Outdoor Projects
Yard buildings, fences, decks are all major additions to your property. Learn who to hire for different projects and the differences between their skills and expertise.
Painting/Finishing
The range of painting and finishing improvements reflect the different types of painters and refinishers you'll find when you want to hire a professional. Learn how to choose one that's appropriate for your project.
Plumbing Projects
A licensed plumber is the best choice for most plumbing projects. Learn about hiring a plumber and the difference between their skills and expertise and what to expect in a contract with one.
Walls/Wallpapering
Decorating walls ranges from hanging wallboard to installing wainscoting and wallcovering so you'll find a variety of professionals who specilize in improving walls. Learn what t expect working with a pro and what should be included in a contract with one.
Windows/Stairs
Windows and stairs unique components of a house and contractors specializing in their replacement and repair are the best choice. Learn what to expect working with one of these specialty pro services.