Posts by Lorraine Hart - Ideal Consulting
Contractor Fraud Warning Signs
There are thousands of legitimate, ethical contractors in business. Unfortunately, there are also scam artists who pose as legitimate contractors. These smooth operators, “storm-chasers”, often show up in communities that have been impacted by natural disasters. They prey on distressed homeowners asking for up-front payments for shoddy repairs or work that they will never show…
Read More2023 Remodelers Council Charity Garage Sale
The Greater Houston Builders Association Remodelers Council is back hosting the annual Charity Garage Sale for its 14th year. The show will feature home remodelers including appearances of some of the top names in home and gardening and over 100 exhibitors with the latest in-home products and services on the market. This year you can…
Read MoreNavigating remodeling during a difficult time
By Lorraine Hart of Ideal Consulting Services This is a challenging time for all of us. Our actions, decisions and behavior matters. Given our current situations, we may find ourselves with less time or more time. We may have concerns with persons entering our environment and question whether we will be safe. The home construction…
Read MoreA Remodeler’s Christmas Miracle
Working with remodelers I often hear stories of woe. Difficulties meeting project deadlines because of various reasons include; weather, delays in getting materials or homeowner changes to the original plan. However, it is rare to hear of a perfect project. THE STORY Will Cole, owner of Divine Renovation, recounts a Christmas miracle that occurred in…
Read MoreHouston Remodeler Is Keynote Speaker in Japan Cities Tour
By Lorraine Hart of Ideal Consulting Services Houston Remodeler Dan Bawden, Pres & CEO of Legal Eagle Contractors just returned from a construction-based speaking tour in Japan. The tour took place between October 5th to October 12th, 2019. A nationally recognized expert-in-aging place design, Bawden was invited to Japan by the U.S. Department of Commerce…
Read More2019 Chrysalis Awards (Southern Region)
77 companies from across the United States were named winners at the 2019 Chrysalis Awards for Remodeling Excellence. The entries were judged on overall design, the creative use of space and materials, and the degree to which the project enhanced the original structure. Craftsmanship by John – 2019 Chrysalis Award for Addition over $250,000 Legal…
Read MoreVick Construction & Remodeling wins BBB award
In recognizing businesses and non-profits for their achievements and commitment to quality in the workplace, Vick Construction & Remodeling was one of 264 companies recognized at the annual Better Business Bureau Awards of Excellence on May 15, 2019. This was the third time Vick Construction & Remodeling was recognized by the Better Business Bureau for service excellence. We work…
Read MoreAbbott Contracting receives Better Business Award
Abbott Contracting has been named a 2019 BBB Pinnacle Award Winner by the Better Business Bureau for service excellence. Abbott Contracting was one of 28 companies of 264 applicants recognized as a BBB 2019 Pinnacle Award Winner at the annual Better Business Bureau Awards of Excellence on May 15, 2019. This award is the highest award…
Read MoreGoing Beyond the Basics When Choosing a Remodeler
Choosing the right professionals is more than just finding the remodeler or designer with the lowest price. It is even more important that the company you choose to work with is the right company for you. This article will focus on choosing the remodeler who is right for you so that you, your family and…
Read MoreRemodelers Weigh in on Energy Efficiency
Homeowners are showing increased interest in ways to improve energy efficiency when remodeling. With new advancements, homeowners are experiencing the increased ability to have their home work smarter. Following are comments from members of the GHBA Remodelers Council. Kevin Vick of Vick Construction & Remodeling mentions that “It’s easier and easier to build an energy…
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