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Understanding Contingency Funds: How Much Should You Set Aside for Your Remodeling Project?

By Penny Scheurer / October 2, 2024 / 0 Comments

When it comes to remodeling your home, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of new designs, finishes, and the overall transformation. However, even the best-laid plans can encounter surprises—hidden water damage, outdated wiring, or even a desire to make changes midway through the project. This is where a contingency fund comes into […]

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How Homeowners Can Effectively Manage Extra Work Orders in Remodeling Projects

By Penny Scheurer / October 2, 2024 / 0 Comments

Remodeling your home is an exciting journey, but it can sometimes come with surprises. You may encounter unforeseen issues during construction or realize you want to make changes after the project has already begun. When these situations arise, contractors will issue what’s called an Extra Work Order (EWO) to account for additional tasks and costs. […]

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Understanding the Cost of Your Residential Remodel

By Penny Scheurer / August 29, 2024 / 0 Comments

When planning a residential remodel, one of the first questions that comes to mind is, “How much will this cost?” At BEST Techs Contracting Design Build Remodel Inc., we know that cost is a major factor in deciding whether and how to move forward with a remodeling project. We’re here to help you understand the […]

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Top Concerns Homeowners Have When Remodeling—And How We Address Them

By Penny Scheurer / August 29, 2024 / 0 Comments

Remodeling your home is an exciting endeavor, but it can also bring a fair share of concerns. At BEST Techs Contracting Design Build Remodel Inc., we’ve worked with countless homeowners, and we understand the common worries that come with taking on a remodeling project. Here’s a look at the top concerns our clients typically have—and […]

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Why Passive House Design is the Future of Home Remodeling

By Penny Scheurer / August 15, 2024 / 0 Comments

When it comes to remodeling your home or adding new spaces, you want the best of both worlds: a beautiful, functional design and a comfortable, energy-efficient living environment. That’s where Passive House design comes in—a revolutionary approach that’s setting the standard for the future of home construction and remodeling. At BEST Techs Contracting Design Build […]

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What is my S-ROI on this remodel?

By Penny Scheurer / July 26, 2024 / 0 Comments

Sustainable Return on Investment (S-ROI) with energy-efficient upgrades in the home refers to evaluating the value derived from implementing energy-saving improvements in terms of both financial and sustainability benefits. Here’s how it works: What is S-ROI in this Context? Why Are These Upgrades Valuable? How Do We Calculate It? Suppose you invest $10,000 in energy-efficient […]

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Why is Insulation so important

Why is Insulation so important

By Penny Scheurer / June 5, 2024 / 0 Comments

Properly installed insulation in every home is crucial for several reasons: Air Sealing: Air sealing techniques that make the exterior building envelope airtight (like a balloon) go hand-in-hand with insulation installed properly. If you skip the air sealing, your insulation is mostly a filtration system that collects dirt but lets the hot and cold air […]

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Incorporating Green Home Building Ideas

By Penny Scheurer / February 26, 2024 / 0 Comments

If you are planning to remodel or build a new home, here are some green home-building ideas you may want to consider: We would love to discuss your next project.

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Helpful Info for Homeowners: #1 Owner-Builders

By Penny Scheurer / February 26, 2024 / 0 Comments

Know your responsibilities as an Owner-Builder. Sometimes you have the knowledge and/or experience and want to do that remodel yourself. There is no reason why you can’t tackle your own projects around the house, but you should know what is expected from you before you start. The process of Home Remodel and New Home Construction […]

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