Barbara has written professionally for more than two decades. In the past five years, she has specialized in creating real estate and home improvement content. Besides writing for Forbes Home, she ...

Four months into a kitchen remodel that was supposed to take three weeks, your contractor stops answering the phone. No one has shown up in days. You’ve already paid almost the full amount of money ...

For most homeowners, the hardest part of any home renovation project isn't the work itself -- it's finding a competent and reliable contractor to do the job. Installing kitchen cabinets, knocking down ...

Stacy is a journalist and content creator with six years of experience writing about home improvement topics. Besides Forbes Home she has contributed her work and expertise to publications such as ...

Ask friends, co-workers and relatives for references Check multiple references Know what you want before you start looking for a contractor Interview at least 5 contractors Check licenses, complaints ...

Substantial improvements to your home can increase the value of your property and improve your comfort level at home. Once you’ve decided on a home renovation project, the first step is to hire a ...

Home renovation projects like remodeling a kitchen, adding a new deck or transforming your living space to an open floor plan are big investments. If you’ve got the vision for your construction ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Thousands of Californians suddenly have storm damage to their homes or businesses -- and they need repairs. But contractors may be overwhelmed, and fraudsters may be lurking.

Updating your home can be one of the best investments you ever make, provided you hire a reliable contractor. The Burke Company — which renovated this property and has been working on Dallas homes for ...