FAQ
Home Improvement FAQ
Hiring a contractor to handle your home improvement needs is a significant investment decision. After all, a home is usually the most expensive investment that a person makes in his or her lifetime. Therefore, any additional costs that are incurred to improve a home should be worth every penny.
Unfortunately, many outside the industry, especially consumers, do not have enough knowledge of the basic fundamentals of home improvement. However, the ultimate goal is to increase property value and The Renovation Specialists always aims to deliver a superior service.
When one party in a contracting agreement has more information than another, information asymmetry exists. To reduce or even eliminate information asymmetry, it is necessary to provide assurance and complete disclosure of all information relevant in the contract. Assurance levels are increased when there are standards and qualifications that must be met by the service provider. At The Renovation Specialists, we ensure that all of our experts are trained and licensed, as it helps fulfill our overall mission of meeting customer demands. At the same time, we realize that our customers may not always be familiar with some of the basic fundamentals of the industry. The following is a list of some of the most common questions that we receive:
1. What is a home improvement contractor?
A home improvement contractor is a licensed individual who bids to provide a service for a property owner. The relevant property can be residential or commercial. Generally, the home improvement contractor promises to fulfill the duties specified in the contract either alone or with additional contractors.
2. What types of licenses are home improvement contractors required to hold?
First and foremost, it is necessary to understand that different states have different requirements to become a licensed practitioner. However, some of the most common licenses include a general contractor’s license and a contract supervisor’s license. Not all states offer the same licensing and the requirements to obtain a specific license can vary. In most instances, one looking to obtain a contractor’s license must pass a series of exams, including a written portion.
3. What types of services do the Renovation Specialists offer?
We do not believe in limiting the services that we provide. Generally, we tell customers that we can perform any service that is necessary for all stages of the home improvement process. For instance, we are capable of handling complete restoration projects that cover all home improvement needs. However, we can also manage minor projects that require very little time. Our core services include roofing, siding, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, kitchens, bathrooms, painting and basements. We have trained our experts so that they can take on any type of project no matter how unique the situation may be. Lastly, not only can we manage a number of different projects but we also promote a timely effort so that homeowners can immediately realize an increase in property value.
4. How long will it take to complete my home improvement project?
The Renovation Specialists considers every one of its projects unique. No concrete estimates can be given regarding how long it will take to complete a certain project. Our goal is to keep customers informed of our progress to avoid any undesired confusion. Obviously, projects with more construction work are going to take longer. Though we cannot make any guarantees regarding the time it will take to complete a project, we can ensure that a sufficient number of employees will be available at all times. Our experience in the industry has allowed us to progress along the learning curve and as a result we our growing more efficient with each project we undertake.
5. What are the benefits of improving my home through the services offered by The Renovation Specialists?
We tend to believe that there are two main benefits that customer’s experience once a project is complete. First, customers feel more appreciative of their living conditions and consider the home improvement an upgrade to their lifestyle. The economic concept of utility is our best way to quantify how a consumer feels about his or her investment in a home renovation project. In addition, customers usually notice an increase in property value once the home renovation project is complete. The Renovation Specialists does not offer appraisals but most of our customers have indicated that the services we have provided have increased total property values.
6. Are there any initial concerns I may need to address prior to hiring The Renovation Specialists?
The simple answer to this question is no. The Renovation Specialists has a trained staff that handles all of the preliminary arrangements in a contracting agreement. Common issues that customers usually worry about are licenses, permits and insurance. The Renovation Specialists are fully licensed professionals who have profound experience in the home improvement industry. In addition, we will never fail to address any issues that may be subject to permit regulations, as we understand the consequences that could result due to such mishap. Lastly, the company is fully insured and understands the liability it must assume when legal issues arise.
