From pre-planning to punch list, this printable guide organizes your renovation roadmap We totally understand: The renovation process has a lot of moving parts. In order to help guide you on this path, Sweeten, a free service matching renovating homeowners with vetted general contractors has compiled the best advice and expertise into a handy checklist. Read on for our […]
Compare breakdowns, time management needs, and the truth about material costs to determine which kind of home renovation bid is best for you Here on the Sweeten blog, we’ve previously discussed leveling bids, preparing for bids, and site visits. Soliciting and comparing bids is one of the first steps of a home renovation project, and […]
A primer on the key components and details needed to secure accurate bids for your project from general contractors When embarking on a home renovation project, getting bids from several general contractors will be one of your first tasks. To ensure you get accurate bids from those professionals, Sweeten, a free service matching homeowners with […]
Have the right questions and paperwork for a contractor’s visit At Sweeten, we know a LOT about general contractors. One frequent question from homeowners involves what questions to ask and materials to have available at the site visit. This visit assesses if a pro will be a good fit and to also secure the most […]
Painting a home’s interior can be a simple project—or a sophisticated one—with final costs varying from home to home Chances are pretty good that you’ve painted your walls before. Interior painting is a project that many are willing to tackle solo, and the prospect of a DIY job can be tempting given that the outlay is […]
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