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Q&A With Jean: What’s the Proper Etiquette with a Contractor?

What is the proper etiquette between myself, my general contractor, and his subs?

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Kitchens

A Kensington Kitchen Finds Its Rhythm

Sixties-era appliances are finally replaced

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Renovation Conversations

Q&A With Jean: How Do I Document Change Orders?

How do I document change orders?

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Q&A With Jean: How Many Contractor Bids Should I Get?

How Many Bids Should I Get?

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Q&A with Jean: How Much Time Should I Spend Selecting and Ordering Materials?

How much time should I spend selecting and ordering materials?

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Renovation Conversations

Q&A with Jean: What Is an Alteration Agreement?

Find out what an alteration agreement is

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Entire Homes

When Pros Design Their Family Home

A design-minded couple creates their dream home

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Renovation Conversations

Q&A With Jean: Do I Need Temporary Walls?

Find out if you need temporary walls while renovating

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Ideas & Inspiration

5 Couples Renovate for the First Time—Together

5 couples move in and renovate together.

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Renovation Conversations

Q&A with Jean: What Is Skim Coating and Why Is It So Expensive?

Find out if skim coating is right for your home

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