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March 2008
Ask anyone who has had contractors work on their home and you might get an
earful of complaints. Anything from bad service and poor communication to lack of
workmanship and walking off the job. In hindsight , it is always easier to realize
what should have happened before any work was started.
For anyone considering improvements, here are a few tips on how to hire a proper
contractor.
1. Call your county government for a list of contractors that provide the service that
you need. Your county's Board of Contractors can provide you with a list of certified,
licensed contractors. Keep this phone number handy in case you need to report
any problems to the Board of Contractors at a later time.
2. Meet any contractor where the project will happen and get an accurate quote.
Make sure the quote has a price that is guaranteed for a period of time. Make sure
all aspects of the project are listed. Get it all in writing and signed by both parties.
Signed proposals make contractors accountable for the amount charged and the
services provided.
3. Check references. Call the local Better Business Bureau and ask if there were
any inquiries in the past 12 months. Check with the county to see if they have
outstanding violations. See if they belong to any professional organizations that
relate to their field.
4. When you decide to hire, offer no more that a 50% deposit. That allows the
contractor the capital to buy the needed materials and motivates them to complete
the job. Only you can decide if they deserve more money throughout the execution of
the project. If this should happen, always get it in writing.
5. Before signing any contract, read it thoroughly. Look for small print. Ask
questions. If you are not happy with the terms, conditions or answers from one
contractor you can find another.
Remember, it is your home. Knowing with you need done, taking the proper steps
before any work is done, communication throughout the process and appropriate
follow up should help alleviate a majority of the headaches and nightmares.
February 2008
For Centuries, men have attempted to buy women presents. Whether it is to just say
"Hi," "I Love You," or "Happy Birthday," men have sought the appropriate way to
express themselves through gift. Unfortunately, many men have the best of
intentions, but are not always equipped with the common sense, insight or ability to
accomplish this goal. Case in point: Larry. Larry is a really nice guy. He has a wife of
twelve years, two pre-teen kids and a dog, Killer by name. Larry, like most men,
wanted to make his wife happy. So, one day in December, Larry packed the kids
into the car in search of "Christmas stocking stuffers" for his wife. After navigating
through our retail location, he picked out the following:
An iron and ironing board caddy
A kitchen meat tenderizer
A remote control caddy
Although she probably needed those items, he needed to be reminded that a more
romantic or personal gift might be more appreciated and appropriate. After
assisting Larry, he and the kids left with a more suitable selection of gifts:
A travel jewelry box
A mirrored vanity tray
A hanging purse organizer
What it comes down to...even though men have evolved, they sometimes revert
back to prehistoric times with regards to gift-giving. This Valentine's Day brings
many the opportunity to undo centuries of embarrassingly bad gift choices.
Men...make the most of your opportunity! Women...realize that men are working on
it...albeit slowly.
January 2008
January is National Organization Month. While you ponder how to decorate the
house for the holidays, allow us the opportunity to explain the origin and meaning of
this special month of organizing. The NAPO, National Association of Professional
Organizers, has been on the warpath for years. Many of which thought it would be a
good idea to spend a month organizing our stuff. Collectively, they believe once we
cross the psychological barrier from one year to the next we lose focus, forgetting
we need a plan to spread the responsibility, bliss and joy of organizing throughout
the year.
While December is the usually the month dedicated to others through celebration,
gifts and selfless acts, January tends to be the "Me Month" with its resolutions to eat
better, exercise more, etc... One of the easiest things to do for ourselves is to
improve our homes, lives, or offices through organization. We don't necessarily
need a month to point out how dysfunctional our current lives are and we shouldn't
feel self-conscious at the turn of the year about having to resolve to get organized.
What we are advocating is to make a plan, be consistent throughout the year and
get others involved.
Suggestion of the month: If you have children, chances are the gifts they received
need a proper home. Take the time to talk with them about finding 5-10 items they
no longer play with. Suggest donating them to a church, temple, children's club or a
charity of their choosing. This will get the children involved, create valuable space
for their new toys, reinforce a giving/sharing spirit with others and will set a plan and
procedure for organizing toys for the rest of the year.
Ask anyone who has had contractors work on their home and you might get an
earful of complaints. Anything from bad service and poor communication to lack of
workmanship and walking off the job. In hindsight , it is always easier to realize
what should have happened before any work was started.
For anyone considering improvements, here are a few tips on how to hire a proper
contractor.
1. Call your county government for a list of contractors that provide the service that
you need. Your county's Board of Contractors can provide you with a list of certified,
licensed contractors. Keep this phone number handy in case you need to report
any problems to the Board of Contractors at a later time.
2. Meet any contractor where the project will happen and get an accurate quote.
Make sure the quote has a price that is guaranteed for a period of time. Make sure
all aspects of the project are listed. Get it all in writing and signed by both parties.
Signed proposals make contractors accountable for the amount charged and the
services provided.
3. Check references. Call the local Better Business Bureau and ask if there were
any inquiries in the past 12 months. Check with the county to see if they have
outstanding violations. See if they belong to any professional organizations that
relate to their field.
4. When you decide to hire, offer no more that a 50% deposit. That allows the
contractor the capital to buy the needed materials and motivates them to complete
the job. Only you can decide if they deserve more money throughout the execution of
the project. If this should happen, always get it in writing.
5. Before signing any contract, read it thoroughly. Look for small print. Ask
questions. If you are not happy with the terms, conditions or answers from one
contractor you can find another.
Remember, it is your home. Knowing with you need done, taking the proper steps
before any work is done, communication throughout the process and appropriate
follow up should help alleviate a majority of the headaches and nightmares.
February 2008
For Centuries, men have attempted to buy women presents. Whether it is to just say
"Hi," "I Love You," or "Happy Birthday," men have sought the appropriate way to
express themselves through gift. Unfortunately, many men have the best of
intentions, but are not always equipped with the common sense, insight or ability to
accomplish this goal. Case in point: Larry. Larry is a really nice guy. He has a wife of
twelve years, two pre-teen kids and a dog, Killer by name. Larry, like most men,
wanted to make his wife happy. So, one day in December, Larry packed the kids
into the car in search of "Christmas stocking stuffers" for his wife. After navigating
through our retail location, he picked out the following:
An iron and ironing board caddy
A kitchen meat tenderizer
A remote control caddy
Although she probably needed those items, he needed to be reminded that a more
romantic or personal gift might be more appreciated and appropriate. After
assisting Larry, he and the kids left with a more suitable selection of gifts:
A travel jewelry box
A mirrored vanity tray
A hanging purse organizer
What it comes down to...even though men have evolved, they sometimes revert
back to prehistoric times with regards to gift-giving. This Valentine's Day brings
many the opportunity to undo centuries of embarrassingly bad gift choices.
Men...make the most of your opportunity! Women...realize that men are working on
it...albeit slowly.
January 2008
January is National Organization Month. While you ponder how to decorate the
house for the holidays, allow us the opportunity to explain the origin and meaning of
this special month of organizing. The NAPO, National Association of Professional
Organizers, has been on the warpath for years. Many of which thought it would be a
good idea to spend a month organizing our stuff. Collectively, they believe once we
cross the psychological barrier from one year to the next we lose focus, forgetting
we need a plan to spread the responsibility, bliss and joy of organizing throughout
the year.
While December is the usually the month dedicated to others through celebration,
gifts and selfless acts, January tends to be the "Me Month" with its resolutions to eat
better, exercise more, etc... One of the easiest things to do for ourselves is to
improve our homes, lives, or offices through organization. We don't necessarily
need a month to point out how dysfunctional our current lives are and we shouldn't
feel self-conscious at the turn of the year about having to resolve to get organized.
What we are advocating is to make a plan, be consistent throughout the year and
get others involved.
Suggestion of the month: If you have children, chances are the gifts they received
need a proper home. Take the time to talk with them about finding 5-10 items they
no longer play with. Suggest donating them to a church, temple, children's club or a
charity of their choosing. This will get the children involved, create valuable space
for their new toys, reinforce a giving/sharing spirit with others and will set a plan and
procedure for organizing toys for the rest of the year.
| Our "Gotta Have It" Suggestions for March: John Louis Home Ventilated Wood Closet Systems Garment Closet Schulte Garage Organizers Our "Gotta Have It" Suggestions for February: Common Sense...think of the gift recipient! Our Travel Jewelry Box Our Mirrored Vanity Tray Hanging Purse Organizer Cosmetics Storage & Organizer LipStick Holder Champagne Flutes |
