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What’s it like as a remodel superintendent for Lamont Bros?
There’s never been a better time to work in skilled labor. With so many companies seeking to hire the most skilled, hard-working craftsmen available, you’ve got a lot of opportunities. So, why should...
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When to hire a design-build firm (And when not to)
Looking for someone to remodel your home can be difficult. Right now, every remodeler, contractor, and design-build firm you could hire is booked out months or even years. Worse yet, some seem too...
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Who is on a design-build team?
So, the time has come to remodel your home. If like many other homeowners, you decide to work with a design-build firm, you’ll have a team of professionals working with you to design and construct...
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How much work does a design-build firm subcontract out?
You’ve hired a design-build firm for the convenience of keeping all your remodeling personnel under one contract. They have their own dedicated construction team working in your home to get the job...
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What is a remodel contractor’s markup?
When planning a home remodel, one of the most common concerns among homeowners is making sure they pay a reasonable cost. Most people aren’t looking for the cheapest possible remodel, but everyone is...
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Design-Build vs. General Contractor: What’s the Difference?
You want to remodel your home, but don’t know which professionals you can trust to actually get it done. For most remodeling projects, the two best-suited types of builders would be either a...
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What are the different types of interior trim?
When remodeling your home, one of the design elements you’ll need to consider is your interior trim. Although trim only takes up a small visual space in your home, it can make an enormous impact on...
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How to prepare for your first design consultation
When working with a design-build firm like Lamont Bros., a team of design and construction professionals serves as your guide through the remodeling process. As we begin our remodeling journey...
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What’s it like as a remodel carpenter for Lamont Bros?
If you’re a skilled carpenter with a love of the craft, then in the current job market, the world is your oyster. Almost every construction company is making a mad dash to hire more and more workers,...
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Architect vs. Interior Designer: What’s the difference?
Almost any home remodel benefits from having a strong design plan. It casts a vision for the scope and characteristics that make your remodel reflect who you are as a homeowner. It also gives you a...
View ArticleRemodel Design Guide: Concepts Phase
You’re well on your way to a newly remodeled home. Now that you’ve met with a remodel team and signed a design proposal, it’s time to begin the concepts phase. During part of the remodeling process,...
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Should I file a change order for my remodel?
Picture this: You’re three weeks into a home remodel when a sudden stroke of genius hits you at 3 am. Instead of a 200 square foot addition for the kids’ playroom, you want a 500 square foot addition...
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What to expect in a remodel construction contract
Your remodel is ready to move to the next phase. You’ve finalized the design plans, and now the only thing you have left to do is sign the construction contract. Intimidated? If signing your name on...
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5 ways Buildertrend can improve your remodel experience
Working with a contractor to remodel your home is an exciting process, but it’s one that also comes with a lot of questions. How can I choose what products and materials I want in my home? When and...
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How much do remodel design plans cost?
You’re thinking about remodeling your home. Word has it that a good design is a crucial part of a successful home remodel. While you recognize that having a plan is important, you’re not sure about...
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Remodel Design Guide: Selections Phase
Your remodel design is coming along nicely. You’ve settled on a design concept — the overall layout and “big picture” of your remodel. Now, it’s time to begin the selections phase. During this phase...
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How to prepare for your final remodel photoshoot
Your home is starting to look like a home again! After weeks of waiting through the remodeling process, it’s almost time for you to start enjoying your newly renovated space. But even after the build...
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Can I hire my own subcontractor to work with a design-build firm?
So, you’ve chosen to work with a design-build firm to remodel your home. Although they usually do most of the remodeling work using an in-house construction team, there are a few exceptions. Some...
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What is Lamont Bros.’ Payment Process?
Remodeling your home can cost anywhere from a few thousand dollars to over a million. Once you’ve established designs for your remodel, agreed on a price, and signed the contract, it’s time to start...
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How a design-build firm keeps you in charge of the cost
Managing the cost of a remodel can often feel like climbing a very dangerous mountain. Do it right, and there’s something spectacular waiting for you at the end. But even a small mistake could be...
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Remodel Design Guide: Feasibility Study
You’re in the early stages of a home remodel, and you want to know if the project you have envisioned can be built on the budget you have to work with. Before you begin the expensive process of hiring...
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What is a Remodel Design Consultant?
Remodeling isn’t something that most people do frequently. Without frequent practice, learning how to navigate the challenges of remodeling can be difficult. As a professional whose job is to help...
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What type of contractor is best for insurance repair?
Nobody wants to find themself in the position of needing to file a homeowner’s insurance claim. Not only do you need to find a contractor to quickly and effectively repair the damage to your home, but...
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Remodel Design Guide: Proposal Meeting
You’re exploring the possibility of a home remodel. You’ve reached out to a designer and discussed your hopes and dreams for the project. Now, you’ll attend a meeting to discuss the next big step in...
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Can I hire an independent designer to work with a design-build firm?
The design-build process is a great way to remodel your home. By combining your design and construction teams under one roof, the design-build approach keeps you in control of your budget and offers a...
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Remodel Design Guide: Preconstruction Meeting
After an extensive design process, you signed a remodel construction contract to transform your current home into your dream home. Then, you waited several weeks for permit approval as your...
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Do I Own My Remodel Design Plans?
Thorough design plans are a crucial part of nearly every good remodel. For homeowners who work with a professional designer or architect to plan their remodel, there is often some confusion about...
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What Type of Contractor is Best for my Remodel?
The contractor your choose can make or break a remodel. However, finding the right one can be confusing. Did you know there are different types of contractors, each with its own business structure and...
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5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Always Trust Contractor Bids
When planning a home remodel, one of the first steps is to compare the cost of working with different contractors. While it’s good to explore your options, not every price you’re quoted is an accurate...
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How Much Does a Custom Home Cost With a Design Build Firm?
Homeowners often choose to work with a design build firm because of the streamlined, cohesive process. In this process, design and construction services are seamlessly integrated, providing an...
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Remodel Design Guide: As-Built Survey
The as-built survey is an important part of the remodel design process. It allows your design team to inspect your home in preparation for designing the remodel of your dreams. In order to have the...
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Top 10 Design-Build Firms in Portland
As a homeowner in Portland, Oregon, you recognize the importance of working with a contractor who integrates design services into their construction process. For that reason, you’ve decided to work...
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