How to Choose a Kitchen or Bathroom Remodeler

Nov. 13, 2012 - PRLog -- Two of the most commonly remodeled rooms in the home are kitchens and bathrooms. Many homeowners opt to update, upgrade or simply change the current style. The key is to find a contractor that performs the type of remodeling work that you want done. How do you choose a kitchen or bathroom remodeler? You need to review portfolios to determine which remodelers are the best fit for your project. This is important because it is costly to remodel a kitchen or bathroom. In addition, you will use each of these rooms on a daily basis. These are the most common ways to review portfolios:

Phone Books:  The traditional method of contacting local listed contractors, followed by scheduling appointments to see their portfolios.
Search Engines:  Modern method of using Google, Bing or Yahoo, etc., which offer traditional and image search options, so that you can visit individual websites or the respective search engine's image galleries.
Angie's List:  For a small fee, consumers can search the review site, which may or may not include images, but includes feedback on listed businesses.
Yelp:  Another popular review site, which sometimes includes images and feedback from previous customers.
Craig's List:  A user-friendly website dedicated to providing listings from businesses in your area, that occasionally include images or links to websites.
ServiceShots.com:  A newer method which includes portfolios from the best, pre-approved local businesses, such as pool builders, in easy to use image galleries.

         Once you have reviewed portfolios, you can choose the kitchen or bathroom remodeler that best suits the style of your home and finalize the details. Your new kitchen and/or bathroom will instantly increase property value and positively transform the image of your home. You will be able to enjoy and take pride in your new investment.