Category: home-improvement

How To Handle Bad Contractors In Columbia

January 18, 2019

Unfortunately, not every contractor will be able to live up to their promises. While many will work with you to fix any mistakes or problems, there will be some who don’t. Construction projects aren’t cheap. You don’t want to find yourself spending your cash reserves on projects that aren’t up to your standards. In our latest … Continued

How To Find The Right Contractors For Your Columbia Real Estate Projects

January 11, 2019

By Ben Lovro

If you own real estate in the Columbia or are planning on buying in the future, it is important to find the right contractors for the job. In our latest post, we will give you some tips on what to look for and what to avoid when hiring contractors in the Columbia area. If you … Continued

5 Common Rehab Mistakes To Avoid in Columbia

November 16, 2018

By Ben Lovro

Whether you are improving the home for yourself or as an investment, rehabbing a property shouldn’t be done without some preparation. In our latest post, we will discuss 5 common rehab mistakes to avoid before you begin the demolition. Buying a property that needs some work can be an excellent way to find a house … Continued

6 Lawn Care Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Yard in Columbia

September 28, 2018

By Ben Lovro

We all want a beautiful, thick, uniform lawn – you know, one that looks like a putting green at one of those televised PGA venues. The problem, though, is that the very things we do to get the lawn we want often wind up doing more damage than good. Here are 6 lawn care mistakes … Continued

How to Make Sure Your Contractor is Insured in Columbia

September 21, 2018

By Ben Lovro

You’ve wanted to renovate your cramped, outdated kitchen for ages. And now – finally – you have the funds and the opportunity to do it. So you ask around among your friends and co-workers to find a contractor and then hire the one they recommend – even though you’re not aware that you need to … Continued

4 Home Improvements That Could Turn Your Neighbors Into Your Enemies in Columbia

September 14, 2018

By Ben Lovro

Home improvements make your home a better, more pleasant place to live as well as adding to its value. Then, surely, home improvements must be a good thing, right? Generally speaking, yes. There are, however, some home improvements that could turn your neighbors into your enemies in Columbia. 1. Fixing Drainage Problems There’s a big … Continued

5 Home Maintenance Tasks You Should Complete This Fall in Columbia

September 7, 2018

By Ben Lovro

The yearly, frenzied bout of spring cleaning is long over. The hectic schedule of summer activities and social events is winding down. And, now, it’s about time to kick back and enjoy the crisp fall air, the fireplace, the toasted marshmallows, and the long evenings at home. Well, not just yet. There still remain some … Continued