How much do home contractors make?

Q. I want to know how much a custom/ luxury home contractor would make per year, and possibly per job. Any help is appreciated.

A. This is a very lucrative business the exact income amount various. However there is a lot of responsibility that comes with this profession. You sure be experienced or have someone with experience to work with you.

How to write a letter to home contractors?

Q. Hi, need some help here. how to write a letter to home contractors?
the content must include that the home owners will submit the keys to the contractors and the contractors will be liable upon any loss.

Thank you in advance.

A. DRAFT LETTER

........................................................
Name and Address of writer of letter

Date ................


...................... Name of contractor
...................... Address of contractor
..................... Place

Dear Sir,

Repair and painting of Flat No. ........, .......... (Name of building, ................. (Address)

1. Please refer to your letter No. ............ dated ............... giving your quotation for undertaking the repairs and painting the the my Flat No. ........, .......... (Name of building, ................. (Address).

2. I approve your proposal at the rates quoted by you.

3. I am handing over possession of the flat and its keys to enable you to carry out the work.

4. Should any loss or damage occur to the effects of the flat and to the flat, you will be liable to make good the loss.

5. A list of inventories in the flat is annexed.

Thanking you,

Yours faithfully,


(.....................)
Your name and signature


HANDED OVER

(.........................)
Your name and signature


TAKEN OVER


(....................)
Name and signature of the contractor




ANNEXURE
List of inventories in the Flat:

1.
2.
3.
etc.

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looking for a reputable mobile home contractor in dallas tx area?

Q. Im looking for a reputable mobile home repair contractor in the dallas area.I have a kitchen floor that needs to be replaced. this contractor has to be bonded and licensed..Anyone know of any contractors??

A. All you need is a handyman or carpenter. Anyone who can replace floors can do manufactured homes. Ask a friend for a referral.

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My friends are moving to a new apartment soon and for X-mas i want to get them a giftcard for home furnishings

Q. They are expecting a new baby and moving to a new apartment and I want to get them a giftcard to a home furnishing store, but I cant think of a good one all of a sudden. Any ideas??

A. Target is great for these occasions and they have online gift cards available too.

Is it better to show an empty house or furnished house when selling a home in an estate?

Q. If furnished, keep in mind that the contents of the home will be that of the deceased. Creepy? Or is it better to have the home furnished and looking "homey"?

A. I like to look at them vacant, but not everyone does.

Remove all personal items, all clutter and keep it simple. Remember that you want people to be able to visualize themselves living there. If they feel like they are intruding on someones home they may not be able to do that.

How can an Interior Decorator get a Designer or Trade Discount?

Q. I am curious if it is possible to get a Designer or Trade Discount from home furnishing stores as an Interior Decorator (not an Interior Designer). Does anyone know if this is possible, and if so- what kind of proof (certificate/professional membership/etc.) must an Interior Decorator show to the stores in order to receive the discount? In general, do most home furnishing stores offer discounts if you are an Interior Decorator versus and Interior Designer? Thanks for any info.

A. You can register at big box stores ( Home Depot, Rona, Lowes etc.) as a contractor, with a business licence and business cards showing proof that you are a designer. Wallcovering, paint, furniture and flooring stores will also do the same if you are an acknowledged professional. Smaller operations will have their own system of passing on discounts, or not, to designers who frequently purchase product from them. They will then subsequent mark it up realistically to their client, as designers do have to earn a living, and the client will still probably benefit by a somewhat discounted product, better than what they would have gotten.
If you are in business, I don't believe the difference between a decorator or a designer effects your discount. Keep in mind though that retailer's are wary of people posing as such to simply get a deal. Hope this helps.

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What kind of window treatments are these?

Q. Here is a picture - can someone please tell me what the name of these window treatments are? And possibly a site where I can find?? I appreciate it!!

http://www.blindsandwindowtreatments.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/blinds-window-treatments-21.jpg

A. Hi EJS,

Those look like "teardrop roman shades" or "blinds". There are several different kinds of roman shades to you might want to look at all of them to make sure you are getting what you really want/need.

Sometimes different companies call the different shades by different names - so be careful not to get confused. Once you pick out the type you like, write it down - and if you find someplace calls it something else, write that down too!

http://www.ehow.com/info_8129379_roman-shade-types.html

You can get roman shades at any big box store like Lowes or Home Depot. I got mine from JC Penney when they were having a really good sale!

http://www.jcpenney.com/dotcom/for-the-home/departments/window-treatments/categories/blinds-shades-/cat.jump?id=cat100260228&deptId=dept20000011&subcatId=cat100260213&N=4294965545

Also, you can get them online at places like:
http://www.budgetblinds.com/window-shades/roman-shades/
http://www.blinds.com/control/keywordSearch?q=roman

You will need to know the different ways roman shades come in before you order:

Cords?
Cordless?
Inside mounting?
Outside mounting?
Room darkening?
Thickness of fabric?
Color of fabric?
Top Down?
Bottom Up?
Electric?

If you order online you won't be able to see and feel the fabric. If you go to a store they will have samples of the fabric for you to look at and match color if necessary. Also, most people that work at stores know all the ins and outs about blinds and can help you make your decision. Consider going to a store just to get the free education to start with!

I hope all this helps.

Blessings,
Grandma Suz

What kinds of window treatments can you hang when you have wood blinds?

Q. I am trying to decorate my living room, specifically I am looking to add window treatments. I have wood blinds (medium oak color) and wood trim (same color). Everything else in the room is really neautral - all khaki. I am wondering what kinds of things I can do for window treatments. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

A. Sounds like we have the same blinds. The wood is so beautiful you really shouldn't cover it up. We put up simple valances in a neutral color ( close to khaki ) so when the blinds were open they were hidden and we had an open view. When they are closed you get the full effect of the wood. It would be a shame to hide it. It took us a few days to get used to just valances, but it works. Also it is cleaner. Less dust and less curtain cleaning.

What color window treatments in kitchen with gray walls and hunter green counter-tops?

Q. In the house we are buying my kitchen will have light gray walls, hunter green counter-tops, and white cabinets. What color window treatments should I go with?

A. Have you thought about installing shutters to your windows? Not only are they more effective at saving energy and insulating than blinds/shades, they last longer and are beautiful to look at. If you arenât familiar with shutters, they are solid window coverings that consist of a frame surrounding an inset of fabric, glass, a solid panel, or most traditionally, louvers. Louvers are panels that can be adjusted to allow different amounts of light into your home. Shutters can be hinged and movable or fixed in place, and can be placed either on the interior or exterior of your home. Shutters placed in the interior of your home can replace what would have been curtains. Not only would they last longer, but they are more elegant and serve a function. White shutters would look amazing in the kitchen you just described! Here are pictures of shutters (http://bit.ly/lSuo8x) if you're interested.

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Why is it important for a home appliance such as a stove or washing machine to be good quality?

Q. Also,

Why is it important for a home appliance to have very few company defects?

Please use full explanations for these 2 questions.

A. Home appliances have to be of good quality because of the task they are expected to perform and the length of time they are expected to perform. Buying a cheaper brand may save you initially, but you will be replacing it or repairing it in a few short months. These appliances are expected to last for years.

As for the company defects,,, I would think that a defect would only relate to a safety issue. Meaning the appliance would work okay, but have a hidden defect that could possibly cause harm to you or your home. The company is responsible for notifying you of this, or recalling the appliance.

Who knows where I can download 2008 catalogs of Sony, Samsung, LG and other brands for home appliances?

Q. I need to download 2008 catalogs of Sony, Samsung, LG, Hitachi and other big brands for home appliances. Appreciate your help.

A. You can refer to their individual sites. www.sony.com..........www.samsung.com.....etc.

Why do we use two batteries for common home appliances?

Q. We usually use two batteries for remotes etc and other home appliances.Why there are only few appliances that require only one battery to operate?

A. Anything that uses and LED will probably use at least 2 batteries. The lowest voltage an LED operates from is typically 1.8 or 1.9 volts. Some LED's need an even higher voltage. You could use 1 battery and have a DC to DC converter to supply the higher voltage but it's simply easier and cheaper to design it for 2 batteries. You also get better battery life this way.

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What is your favorite weapon of choice for securing your home? I'm about to make a purchase.?

Q. I'm about to purchase a Mossberg 500 Tactical Persuader and a Glock 21 .45 or M&P45. Let me know if there are any better selections for personal and home safety.

A. Moss 500 is excellent with either pistol grip only or fold out stock. Glock in .40 S&W is tops. a S&W M&P .45 is a good choice too.

However, I personally prefer a standard Gov't 1911A1 and for a long arm, nothing makes them think twice like racking back an L1A1.

What kind of gun is not lethal but can stun/immobilise a victim? (specifically i'm thinking of home security)

Q. It is specifically meant for personal and home safety. Should not be lethal - hence free from hassles of licensing but have power to stun or immobilise victims; it should be simple and cost-effective enough to make, preferably on our own; it may use chemicals, minor explosives or electronic devices etc but should not be dangerous to keep it; also handy enough to carry around
It should have a reach of at least 30 meters.

A. The very first thing that you need to think about is your safety and the safety of the others in the house that you live in. That also includes any small children that may get a hold of such a thing.Then why non-lethal? Because you would rather not kill a person, if that is your view I completely respect that, or is it the permit issue? Tazers and other non lethal devices can kill or seriously injure a child as easy as a gun. You will need to think about where to store it, how easy it will be for you to get to it, and how effective it will be. They make guns that shoot rubber bullets, or nets that are very effective, but they cost a lot. The cheapest and most reliable device you could use is a 12 gage shotgun. Typically there is no permit issues because they are primarily used for hunting. You can get them with shorter stocks and barrels so they are easier to maneuver in your home. Remember what ever is dangerous to intruders is dangerous to you. If this device is not strong enough to keep them under control until help comes then you only have an angry, injured, criminal which is not a good thing to have in your house.

What are some questions I can ask about in home enviromental safety?

Q. I'm doing a video project for my mass media class. I will be intereview people and asking them questions. I need 2 more questions to ask concering about in home enviromental safety? can someone help me out please?

A. Is the house ventilated? This could be a clue for Carbon monoxide poisoning.
Do you notice any strange smells when you've been gone for a few days? Could be mold.
What kind of cleaners do you use? Some are quite toxic or caustic.
When was the house built? Older homes may have asbestos insulation or lead based paints.
Do you have pets or children? Both can leave little messes if they have accidents.

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In High School: How important to the student is a decorated class room and visually enhanced bulletin boards?

Q. B. If I don't have time to devote to room decorating or bulletin boards how will the lack of, effect the students?

C. What is your opinion of how the student feels about a decorated room or bulletin boards?

D. What does a student take from the visual stimulation of a decorated classroom?

A. Let the students decorate the classroom and bulletin boards. It is a great creative outlet for the students and eliminates you having to come up with something. You just have to set the ground rules!
A classroom that is well decorated does have a more positive effect on the students. The next time you are returning to your home, pause at the door, open it, step in and look around the room. Is everything neat or a mess? How does that make you feel? How would you feel if it was different? The students react the same way when they enter a classroom only it is not always conscious. Why do you think kids put posters and pictures up in their own rooms? They are visually stimulating, make a statement, and gives a sense of belonging. In the classroom it is pretty much the same but it also adds a sense of ownership and pride.

Modern living room decorating : What's the most popular tip ?

Q. I just wonder what the most popular idea at modern living room decorating is ?

A. I think the most popular living room decorating idea is harmony of colors, lights and furnitures.


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I want to decorate a bedroom with a variety of colors and patterns?

Q. This might sound a little crazy, but I want to have pink, tiffany blue, yellow, and gray with damask and chevron prints. Is this going to be too busy? I have ideas in my head about how I want this to look so does anyone know of a really good site to start an idea board for room decorating? Or has anyone seen a bed room with all or most of my desired elements?

A. Hello there. I just researched some of the bedroom ideas that suits your personality as what you have stated in your question. look at the picture on the source below maybe you would like it. Furthermore, you can add lightings in your room to make it more stunning. Ceiling lights makes your home attractive. Based on what I have seen in my friends house. Just a thought. Hope it helps.

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What is the best wood polish or wax to use on hardwood floors?

Q. I just had my hard wood red oak floor refinished. It looks beautiful. The refinisher told never to use water on them to clean them. What do you recommend I clean them with? Also I live in the southwest, where it is very dry, how often do I polish or condition them and what do you recommend? THANKS in advance!

A. I have hardwood oak floor in kitchen and dinning area, I use white vinegar and water, yes water, but don't use a mop, I use a damp not wet sponge in the vinegar and water solution, it is a get down on you knees job, then I apply a coat of orange glo for hardwood floors really puts a shine on the floor. Depending on the traffic in the area where the floors are you can run a dust mop over the floors and sweep up any excess dirt, dust etc. I clean mine once a month and do the orange glo for hardwood as these areas of the house get alot of use. Make sure not to track in any stones in your shoes, we usually take our shoes off and put on slippers when we come in the house. You may want to get a humidifier since your area is dry.

Why do my newly refinished hardwood floors have dents and bubbles all over?

Q. We recently had our hardwood floors refinished by a friend of a friend who said he knew what he was doing. The floor has dents/waves in it and the finish is not smooth but has small pimply bumps on it. Is there any way to fix this without refinishing the floor entirely? We haven't paid this "friend" yet - what should we do?
The dents/waves were not in the floor before it was sanded. Could the sander have caused them? Is there a way to fix without resanding all of the newly applied stain and polyurethane?

A. Those dents and waves are a direct cause of the belt floor sander being improperly used. If the belt sander is allowed to sit to long in one spot it will eat away too much wood causing dips and waves in the flooring. You will have to re-sand to fix this unless this guy ate to much into the wear layer of your flooring then you will have to replace it (this usually won't happen unless you've had your floors sanded several times before). From the sound of the pimply bumps you are either looking at particulate (improper cleaning before finish is applied) that has been finished over leaving a sandy like finish or fish eyes which can be caused several things. If it is just particulate that has been finished over this can be buffed out then refinished again after a good cleaning. If it is fish eyes in the finish they may be sanded out depending on their size. But like I said in order to fix the waviness you will have to resand anyway.

How To Remove Scratch of a Refinished floors?

Q. I recently had my 50+ years old pine hardwood floors refinished with 3 coats of oil based. Looks really nice and shiny. Now I made a light/clear scratch from moving furniture and I can't get it off by using an eraser or water+soap. Any other ways to remove a simple clear scratch/scuff from the top coat? Thank you!

A. Try a little bleach, don't pour it directly on the floor, put some on a towel, or sponge and a little elbow grease.

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