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Licenses, bonding, and insurance: Every contractor is required by law to have these essential documents in order, but...
Nothing underlines the importance of flood insurance like a Major Weather Event. The damage inflicted by Sandy—the hu...
It's a home improvement project. What could go wrong?Better not to think about it. That's really a job for the agent ...
Bob Vila Radio is a newly launched daily radio spot carried on more than 60 stations around the country (and growing)...
Homebuyers, sellers, and owners should know the minimum requirements that comprise a bedroom, mainly for home value and safety.
Often, developing renovation ideas doesn't begin with a call to a contractor or architect.
Though building codes vary by state and municipality and can be difficult to pin down, contractors and DIYers involved in major projects must heed the letter of t...
Finding and hiring the right people to help do the job is crucially important when it comes to remodeling work.
Don't risk a liability claim in the event of any personal injury or property damage. When you hire a GC, subs, and other on-site workers, ask whether they have in...
Well-written renovation contracts normally take into account many of the following details.
Follow this advice to learn what's integral when producing a conclusive contract.
Your attorney, accountant, and insurance agent can be important players in your construction project.
Finishing your basement? Be sure that your remodeling work is in compliance with building codes in your area.
Here's your guide to getting a building permit from your municipality before starting construction work on your home.
Bob joins Leslie Chapman-Henderson from FLASH -- Federal Alliance for Safe Housing -- to look at two homes on the same street. One was completely destroyed the o...
Bob talks with general contractor Ted Riley about the fireplace construction.
Bob meets structural engineer Steve Siegel on the attic floor of the Medford, MA home to discuss the owner's desire for an office with cathedral ceilings.
Bob meets with the general contractors and the architect for the project house to discuss mid-construction changes to the building plan.
Bob and carpenter Bob Ryley review the interior construction, which must satisfy stringent fire codes.
Carpenter Bob Ryley and George (from Crosswinds Enterprises) collaborate to build a porch railing for the accessible home. Looking on, Bob discusses the building ...
Bob oversees the installation of a grade beam in the garage, which is in compliance with California seismic code.
Bob and contractor Joe Fitzgerald discuss the structural work taking place at the Malibu beach house, as well as California's tough building codes for earthquake ...
Bob and the insulation contractor review how different types of insulation are used in different applications. Blown-in insulation is put into the existing house,...
Electrician Steve Bradley is on hand to install the electrical wires and boxes for the addition. Bob discusses the codes regarding receptacle placement and Steve ...
The carpenter shows Bob the new railing on the deck off the master bedroom, explaining that code requires that it be 36 inches tall. The carpenter then builds a p...
