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4 NARI Milwaukee Home Connection • Conley Media • October 2018 N22 W22967 Nancy Ct., Waukesha 262-436-0505 261828009 W i s c o n s i n ' s O l d e s t N89 W16340 Main St., Menomonee Falls 262-251-8900 www.seider.com NO PAYMENTS NO INTEREST FOR 18 MONTHS! ––––––––––– OR ––––––––––– $300 OFF ANY FURNACE OR CENTRAL AIR Ask for details. Offer ends October 31, 2018. $ 10 OFF SEIDER HEATING, PLUMBING & ELECTRICAL Waukesha • Menomonee Falls Must be presented at time of service. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Expires 10/31/18 Heating or Cooling Clean & Check Finding a qualified professional remodeling contractor doesn't have to be a difficult task. NARI Milwaukee has some helpful tips to guide you in find- ing the best remodeler for your project. "Do your homework when hiring a professional remod- eler," recommends Chris Egner MCR, CR, CKBR, UDCP, CRPM, CCP, NARI Milwaukee President and owner of Four Seasons Sunrooms & Chris Egner Design-Build- Remodel. "NARI members are proud of their affiliation and commitment to professionalism, and it's a reputation they work hard to protect. NARI Milwaukee's more than 700 member companies have met the association's stringent criteria for experi- ence and professionalism, plus NARI members have pledged a commitment to the highest standards of practice and NARI's code of Ethics. Follow these steps for hiring a professional remodeler: 1. Employ a contractor with an established busi- ness. Start by searching the NARI Milwaukee website at narimilwaukee.org. You can search by specialty and company. You can also research names of remodelers that may have been supplied by neighbors and friends to veri- fy their NARI membership licensing and certifications. 2. Discuss your project with a couple NARI remod- elers. Describe what you envision for the home remodel, styles you like, your estimated budget, and other ideas for the remodeling work. Ask the remodeler for references and check out their website or brochure that describes their experience and accomplishments. 3. Ask questions about the contractor's business. Asking questions can help ensure you hire the best professional. • Does the remodeler have all required licenses? • Do they have general liability insurance in case of an accident on the job? Ask to see a copy to verify coverage. • Do they guarantee their work? • How do they handle any problems that may arise on the project? Having these answers in advance help prevent future problems and nail down the best NARI professional remodeler for the job. 4. Check the references and background of the remodeler. It's important to do some background research after you have selected the remodelers who match your project's needs. Check with the Better Busi- ness Bureau, talk to their references, and ask if they are a member of a professional or trade association - NARI. Remodelers with these qualities tend to be more reliable, better educated, and more likely to stay on top of construction, remodeling and design trends. 5. Don't make the selection on price alone. Many people are lured by the lowest price to their remodeling project, thinking that they have found a great deal. But be skeptical of unusually low prices. These bids may cost more in the end, especially if the contractor is cutting corners, not pulling permits, not calculating certain costs, or is inexperienced. Often, NARI professional remodelers end up fixing remodels from unscrupulous contractors who did shoddy and unsafe work or failed to complete the job. Beware that the lowest price may not ultimately provide the best value for your home remodel. "Be smart when remodeling your home by hiring a NARI professional remodeler. They'll help you stay on budget, solve remodeling challenges, and provide a higher-quality service," Egner said. How to Hire a Professional Remodeler Free Consumer Resources Contact the NARI Milwaukee office at 414-771-4071 or visit NARImilwaukee.org to receive the association's free Membership Directory that lists all members by service category. You will also receive the NARI guide on "How to Select a Remodeler."

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