Archive for July, 2008

Home improvement and recycling - what’s the best way to get rid of replaced items?

Thursday, July 24th, 2008

Minnesota_Slinger asked: Recently, I just replaced the door handles and locks on our house. The locks were still in great condition, but since we recently bought the house, it was necessary to change the locks. Although I no longer have use for the locks, I don't want to ...

Can I cancel a contract to have a home improvement company install cabinet door?

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008

Marie R asked: I have signed a contract to have a home improvement company install cabinet doors, they gave me 3 days to break the contract which I did not do. Now my finances have been destroyed, and I cannot proceed with the project. I cancelled the project before they ...

Federal Home Improvement Grants, how do they work, how do you apply?

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008

Family asked: I see advertisements for federal grants that do not have to be paid back that are for everything from small business funding to home improvements. I was wondering if anyone has ever received a grant for home improvement and how you apply and/or qualify to receive one. ...

How do I find an agent for a home improvement TV Show idea that I have?

Saturday, July 19th, 2008

KristenCO asked: I have an idea for a home improvement / reality show that would feature my house and family. The idea is totally unique and brilliant, if I do say so myself. ;-) Are there agents that represent such a thing? What are they called? (I know ...

Starting a home improvement business from scratch?

Saturday, July 5th, 2008

rollings83 asked: What is the best way to start up a home improvement business without all the credentials? Ways to get the word out....etc?

well why does the Home Improvement cost more than usual real Estate housing projects ?

Thursday, July 3rd, 2008

toddk57@sbcglobal.net asked: ok : here's an question about the Home Improvement why does it cost more than a Regular Housing Project called Interior Decorating ? Would you please Explain the Cost of Real Estate and why certain Housing projects don't get approved ?

do i need to have a contractors license in order to start a small home improvement business?

Thursday, July 3rd, 2008

firzout4u asked: trying to start a small home improvement business and no one knows whether or not i have to have a contractors license or whether i just need to have insurance. i think i might need at least a class C license but i'm not sure. any advise/answers would ...