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While many Americans are ready to take on remodeling/renovation projects this spring, doing it the wrong way can be costly. Some errors to avoid:Not knowing exactly what you wantIf you don't know exactly what you want or specify what you want, you're going to get what the contractor thinks you want. And it could end up costing you dearly. For home remodeling design ideas, inspiration and a whole lot more (including cost estimates), check out Zillow Digs free on the iPad or the web. You can search by style, cost or room. And what's really cool is that you can search by specific elements within a room, such as quartz or granite countertops, for example. Share your boards with your contractor so that you're clear on your objectives.Hiring the first contractor who comes alongSure, he may seem nice, and he may seem competent, but have you checked him out? What do your friends say about him? Have you contacted his references? Seen his work? Are there any complaints lodged against him? (P.S...
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When it comes to getting their car repaired, many consumers feel they are getting ripped off, a new survey by auto website RepairPal shows.According to the survey, w...
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