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Contractors

If you’re looking to renovate your home, you’ll need to get the right team on your side: That’s where a general contractor comes in. These pros expertly pull permits, hire subcontractors, and generally organize a project to be sure the job is done well. Before you start reaching out to hire your A-team, we’ll run down everything you need to know to hire the perfect general contractor for your needs.

Tile contractor installs square tiles under bathroom mirror
Photo: Hoda Bogdan / Adobe Stock
Tile contractor installs square tiles under bathroom mirror
Photo: Hoda Bogdan / Adobe Stock
The homeowners guide to general contractors
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Modern staircase and elevator
Lauren Bongard
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Jul 31, 2024
Jul 31, 2024
Home elevator costs depend on the size and type of lift, if it needs retrofitting, and the number of floors. Our guide outlines all residential elevator costs.
Sunken seating area and stone fireplace
Dan Simms
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Jan 2, 2024
Jan 2, 2024
Recessed living rooms used to be popular but have fallen out of favor. This guide discusses the cost to raise a sunken living room to modernize your home.
Stone wall on the exterior of the house
Mitchell Grant
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Jan 17, 2024
Jan 17, 2024
While a stone wall typically costs thousands of dollars, the value it brings to your home can raise its value both aesthetically and monetarily.
A beautiful living room interior with hardwood floors
Lauren Bongard
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Jan 11, 2024
Jan 11, 2024
Bonded vs. insured contractors: Learn the difference and which to hire for your home improvement project. Protect yourself and your home by hiring smart.
family looking around big spacious house
Lauren Bongard
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Dec 9, 2023
Dec 9, 2023
What is universal design? Here, we explain how this new trend in home accessibility helps everyone, regardless of age or ability.
Home under construction
Margaret Wack
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Nov 1, 2023
Nov 1, 2023
If contractors don’t pull permits, homeowners are responsible for obtaining them after the fact. Learn more about how to get a permit after work is done or ongoing.
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A family eating breakfast in the backyard
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Staircases leading up to a brownstone building
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A father and sons build a snowman
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A hot tub in a backyard terrace
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family sitting cozy at home looking out the window
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Boy and his mom relaxing in a cottage hot tub
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Contractor and man shaking hands
Heather Ayer  •  Jul 22, 2024
12 Valuable Questions to Ask a Contractor
To make your home project stress-free, we’ve compiled a list of 12 questions to ask your contractor during every stage, from first contact to project wrap-up.
a brick wall and wood floor room with black modern reading chair and lamp, ottoman, and bookshelf with ladder
Dan Simms  •  Jul 22, 2024
How Much Does a Brick Wall Cost to Build? [2024 Data]
Brick walls can add character and elegance to interior and exterior spaces. Use this brick wall cost guide to see the price range for adding one to your home.
Mother and daughter running upstairs
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