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The 5 Things to Know Before Hiring a General Contractor

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What should homeowners know before hiring a general contractor? This blog details 5 main things to check to find a trustworthy/reputable GC for your next home improvement project.

Know What You Need to Know Before Signing a Contract!

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For Your Home Construction Projects Be Sure to Contract with an Actively Licensed Contractor (Part 9 of 10)

A masked man in a white t-shirt who "looks" like a contractor may not be actively licensed - he could be an imposter.

For home improvement projects to be done to correct building code and with proper legal protections, hire an actively licensed contractor. Learn how to spot and avoid “imposters!”

Watch Out for Impostor Contractors – Ask for a License

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Safeguard Your Home Investment: Contract with a Licensed Contractor (Part 8 of 10)

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Homeowners beware! Some claiming to be home improvement contractors and construction experts lack the state-mandated license.

Protect Yourself – Contract with An Actively Licensed Professional

Regrettably, there are plenty of unsavory people claiming to be home improvement contractors and

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THE 3 TIMES A HOMEOWNER SHOULD CALL A PRO

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When Should You Call a Pro vs Do-It-Yourself?

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Due to the current housing shortage, increasing homeowner equity, and the high cost of borrowing, more California homeowners are aiming to remodel rather than move than ever before. As

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How to Plan for the Construction of Your ADU

How to Plan for the Construction of Your ADU

Gain a working understanding of questions to ask, types of costs (hard and soft), and other key considerations before building an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU).

7–10 minutes

Understanding the Soft and Hard Costs of ADU Construction

Today’s housing shortage

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Beware Imposters: Surface Beauty ≠ Safe or Building Code Compliant (Part 7 of 10)

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Don’t fall for illusions of a contractor’s legitimacy based on a good review, testimonial, or referral. Eliminate risk by learning to spot unlicensed/unqualified imposter.

3–4 minutes

Satisfactory Surface Results Do NOT Ensure Building Code Compliance.

Unknowingly, innocent homeowners –

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The Top 4 Remodel Survival Skills

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The Top 4 Remodel Survival Skills
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Beware Imposters Masquerading as Competent Licensed Contractors (Part 6 of 10)

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Learn the many risks and hidden costs of hiring a lower-priced ‘imposter’ contractor who is NOT the equivalent of a competent, licensed contractor.

3–5 minutes

Imposter Contractor Competent Licensed Contractor

The average homeowner often doesn’t know how to

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Whole House Remodel? Rely on Ed Neir Construction! 

Remodeled and enlarged kitchen with island for casual dining, white shaker cabinets, and hardwood floors by Ed Neir Construction.

When ready to remodel your entire home, learn how best to proceed to ensure proper project management for a smooth, affordable, and successful outcome.

Creative Design, Conscientious Budgeting, & Comprehensive Project Management = Success

Ed Neir Construction and his

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Finding the Right Home Improvement Contractor (Part 5 of 10)

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Learn who to trust for home construction projects involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or structural alterations when plan reviews/building permits ARE required.

Choose a General Contractor for Permitted Construction Work

If your home repair, renovation, or remodeling project involves any

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Why an ADU? Passive Income + Higher Property Value!

Rising housing shortage drives increased demand for accessory dwelling units and ADU construction solutions

Housing Shortage Spikes Demand for Accessory Dwelling Units

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More and more, California homeowners with unused or underutilized interior living space or available lot space, are opting to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit, or ADU. Given today’s

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Finding the Right Contractor for Your Home Construction Project (Part 4 of 10)

Guide for homeowners on identifying unlicensed contractors and avoiding handyman imposters.

Licensed Contractors are California Regulated – Look for Legal Evidence

Too often, homeowners seeking an experienced contractor for a home construction project make the mistake of hiring an “imposter” – a handyman or unlicensed person masquerading as an experienced

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Why Is Organic Modernism Boosting Home Values?

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Organic modernism is the new modern farmhouse,” states Zillow’s home trends expert Amanda Pendleton per a press release. “The contemporary look of homes today is characterized by natural stone, wood flooring and cabinetry, and textured walls. Buyers are seeking

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When To Upgrade Your Electrical Panel

When To Upgrade Your Electrical Panel
Modern Versus Older Home Electrical DemandsToday’s growing number of modern appliances, new and evolving electronic devices, and the growing demand for electric vehicles (EV), while all designed to emphasize energy-savings over any pre-existing models, st...
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Three Great Reasons Homeowners Are Building an ADU

Modern backyard ADU built by Ed Neir Construction in the San Francisco Bay Area.
According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, housing affordability is becoming an ever greater challenge. In the last few years, the combination of a housing shortage, inflation, and higher interest rates have led many homeowners to ...
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Helping Homeowners to Find the Right Contractor (Beware of Imposters Part 3 of 10)

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If the work fails to meet legal standards, you may face fines.

The Risks & Real Costs of Working with An Imposter

  • The risks of hiring an unlicensed contractor or imposter are considerable for homeowners:
  • You could be held
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