Laura Foster-Bobroff

What is the biggest cause of disputes between homeowners and contractors? A non-existent or poorly written contract! Some states only require a written contract for projects over a...

Kitchen remodels are expensive, complex and time consuming and quickly overwhelm homeowners who have previously completed smaller remodeling projects. For first-timers who are unprepared,...

Deciding to renovate an existing home or rebuild from scratch is often not an easy, clear-cut choice in some cases. If you have a severely damaged or “handyman special”...

Not everybody plays fair! That’s a lesson you learn in elementary school. But when it comes to spending hard-earned money to build or remodel your home, unless you know what to...

Sit down with a group of building industry professionals, and in short order you’ll start to hear “shop talk” that makes you snicker or has your eyes glazing over....

Shortly after starting up my own renovation and remodeling company, I quickly realized how unprepared prospective clients were in terms of dealing with a general contractor. This forced...

As a homeowner and lifelong pet owner, I know all too well how the cute antics of a new puppy or kitten can turn into extensive pet damage. I've also been a remodeler for many, many...

It's all over design blogs like Young House Love, but is painting your brick surfaces really a good move? On the surface, it's enticing: That ugly fireplace surround could become a...

Maintaining a home can be time consuming, but it is ultimately more efficient than making repairs. Problems always crop up, but with a regular preventative maintenance routine, expensive...

When renovating a severely outdated home, think twice before you begin to demolish or replace all its elements. Some old-fashioned features may increase visual appeal and actually add...