The Homeowner’s Guide to Managing A Renovation
July 17th, 2009 | Published in finances, renovating, repair | 2 Comments
The Homeowner’s Guide to Managing A Renovation, Tough-As-Nails Tactics for Getting the Most from Your Money by Susan E. Solakian
Who: “Solakian has spent much of her career in construction project management. She teaches informational/marketing seminars for designers and craftsmen, as well as a Complete Remodeling Master Class for homeowners.”
What: A comprehensive guidebook on how to manage your own home remodeling projects, with step by step advice on how to find a contractor, useful glossary, helpful charts (like how long things last - wow, high grade ceramic tile kitchen counters can last a lifetime vrs your granite that will last for 20 + years), with plenty of before and after photos.
When: Perfect for the initiated and research stage
Why: Geared somewhat towards the female home owner (statistically more women are the driving force behind home improvement) with fun segments like how to throw an design/idea party.
How: Retails for $19.95 US, find it online at sites like Amazon.com
July 17th, 2009 at 2:46 pm (#)
i think this book was a good idea cause somethings the people don’t know what how they remodeling their houses…my home is so cute i have known to remodeling with Italian Mosaics and Italian hand painted…i love them…i love my home..
August 7th, 2009 at 12:57 am (#)
Hey really this is a very impressive article, It is not only a simple article but it is a kind of help to those who are
planning for constructing their home. Thanks for sharing these useful tips,you have portrayed your knowledge about home remodeling in a really new and dynamic style.