There are ten questions you should ask a contractor before you decide on the right one. 1. Are you licensed? Make sure your contractor is properly licensed. All contractors MUST be either certified or licensed. Anyone can say they are licensed. Make the contractor prove it by either showing you the license or giving you a copy of it. Remember to check the expiration date, and the county. Being licensed is the law. If a contractor can not produce a valid license, DON’T HIRE THEM! If you have Read more [...]
Category Archives: Finished basements
Three Secrets to Successful Remodeling
Hello! I am Mariusz Wrobel with MAW CONSTRUCTION, INC. we are General Contractor and Home Improvement Remodeling experts here in Bucks County-have been for 16 years. And if you’re remodeling your home, this special report will show you three secrets to successful remodeling. Believe us, there are lots of things many contractors would love to keep a mystery to you. We will discuss some of them in a few minutes. But first, let us ask you two questions: Has it ever bee more frustrating or Read more [...]
3 Steps for Planning for a Finished Basement
How can I start a plan for a finished basement? One of the easiest ways to “add a new room or rooms” to your home is to better utilize the space you already have. Most basements are dark areas where we store seasonal decorations, old toys, sporting equipment and anything else not used on a regular basis. 1. Solve Basement Water Problems First Even if your basement rarely has problems with dampness or flooding, it’s best to solve the problem completely before beginning any remodeling Read more [...]
5 Tips for Planning a Finished Basement
What are some of things I should consider while I am planning for a finished basement? 1. Pay Attention to Air Circulation When your home was first built, the odds are that there were few if any registers or vents installed in the basement. When you remodel your basement, you need to think about the need for good air circulation, adding openings where necessary. You’ll also have to include a return air duct, but it’s important that it be located far from the furnace. Otherwise, it Read more [...]
5 Reasons Why You Should Finish Your Basement
What are some ideas for a finished basement? Do you have young children or teenagers at home? Do you need a home office? Would you like to work-out at home? Wouldn’t it be nice to have an extra room in your home for entertaining? Having a finished basement in your home can add a room for your young children to play in or for your teenagers to have their friends over to socialize and have fun in a safe environment. 1.) A finished basement would be a great room for young children to learn Read more [...]
