Ask friends, co-workers and relatives for references Check multiple references Know what you want before you start looking for a contractor Interview at least 5 contractors Check licenses, complaints ...

If you’re thinking of freshening up your home this year, the good news is that the shortages and delays of the past few years are mostly over. However, you can still run into problems. The first ...

Four months into a kitchen remodel that was supposed to take three weeks, your contractor stops answering the phone. No one has shown up in days. You’ve already paid almost the full amount of money ...

For many homeowners, the hardest part of a renovation project isn’t the work itself — it’s finding and vetting a reliable general contractor to do the job. Although you may be a hardcore DIYer, you’ll ...

(WHTM) — With slowing demand for home improvement this year, you would think it would be easier than ever to find a contractor right now, but finding a good one is as tough as ever. “Cute little house ...

Home renovation projects like remodeling a kitchen, adding a new deck, or transforming your living space to an open floor plan – are big investments. If you’ve got the vision for your construction ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

Updating your home can be one of the best investments you ever make, provided you hire a reliable contractor. The Burke Company — which renovated this property and has been working on Dallas homes for ...

Good contractors are a godsend for your home renovations, but how can you tell if the professional you hired is worth your money? Q: How do you know if your contractor is taking advantage of you? My ...

Q: Can you offer us seniors any tips for finding a good handyman? I'm 71 and have had some bad luck lately with handymen who either don't show up or don't finish what they start. A: Hiring a local ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Thousands of Californians suddenly have storm damage to their homes or businesses -- and they need repairs. But contractors may be overwhelmed, and fraudsters may be lurking.

As people plan to rebuild after the destructive Los Angeles County wildfires, we've received a lot of questions from viewers about how to find the right contractor. As part of our Ask ABC7 initiative, ...