Drafting and negotiating subcontracts can be tricky for both general contractors and subcontractors. General contractors are caught in between owners and subcontractors as the ones that will be held ...

A renovated kitchen can infuse light and warmth into your life. (Photos courtesy of Sweeten) Springtime is prime time for home renovations. Getting large-scale projects done right and in a timely ...

A subcontractor - contractor agreement is used when a contractor hires someone else (known as a subcontractor) to help with a specific task on a project. For example, an HVAC expert may be brought in ...

Starting a home improvement project can be exciting but overwhelming if it's your first renovation. If you're doing a multi-room or full-home makeover, you should have the right professionals, ...

Picking the right disaster restoration contractor for your business is a serious decision. Each contractor has its strong points, areas of focus and strategies for handling a project. It’s vital to do ...

Western Washington faces historic floods that stranded families, damaged homes Days of torrential rain in western Washington caused historic floods that stranded families on rooftops, washed over ...

Even with recent and growing public support for critically necessary affordable housing in California, developers are finding it difficult to make these projects pencil. They are forced to contend ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...