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Don’t Meet Contractors Until You’ve Done This One Thing

Meeting a contractor too early in the renovation process might feel like the natural next step, but it’s actually one of the biggest mistakes you can make. In traditional renovations,

Sean Di lorenzo on September 10 2024
Guides

Why DIY Is Dead: How Pre-Planning Beats Doing It Yourself Every Time

The era of DIY projects, while appealing to some, is fading fast, and for good reason. Tackling a renovation on your own may give you a sense of accomplishment, but

Sean Di lorenzo on September 10 2024
DIY,Guides

Stop Wasting Time on Consultations: Why Homeowners Should Be Their Own Experts First

The Costly Trap of Early Consultations Homeowners are often advised to consult contractors early, hoping to get guidance on their renovation projects. While this might sound reasonable, it’s often a

Sean Di lorenzo on September 6 2024
Guides,Home Renovations

Why You Shouldn’t Trust Your Contractor to Know What’s Best for Your Project

It’s common for homeowners to defer entirely to their contractors when making important decisions about renovations. But while contractors are skilled professionals, they’re not always incentivised to act in your

Sean Di lorenzo on September 6 2024
Guides,Advice

Renovation Myths Busted: Why ‘Just Start’ Is Bad Advice

Renovations are often fuelled by excitement, and many homeowners are told to “just start” and figure it out along the way. But this approach often leads to costly mistakes, delays,

Sean Di lorenzo on September 6 2024
Guides,Home Renovations

Renovation Readiness: Why Starting Too Soon Is the Biggest Mistake You Can Make

Many homeowners are eager to jump into renovations, believing that starting quickly will lead to a faster, more efficient project. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. The biggest

Sean Di lorenzo on September 6 2024
Guides,Tips

Renovation Chaos: How We’ve Been Doing It Wrong All Along

The traditional renovation process is fundamentally broken. From unclear budgets to endless contractor meetings and last-minute changes, homeowners and contractors alike are caught in a cycle of inefficiency and frustration.

Sean Di lorenzo on September 6 2024
Blog,Guides

Contractors, Fire Your Clients: Why Only Working with Prepared Customers Makes Sense

The age-old adage in the business world is “The customer is always right.” But is this really the case when it comes to the renovation industry? For contractors, the traditional

Sean Di lorenzo on September 3 2024
Business,Guides

Renovation Experts Are Outdated: How AI Knows More Than Your Local Pro

In the world of home renovations, the traditional reliance on local experts and contractors is becoming a thing of the past. With the rise of artificial intelligence, platforms like AIreno

Sean Di lorenzo on September 3 2024
Software Platform,Guides

Contractors: How to Triple Your Success Rate by Only Working with Prepared Clients

In the renovation industry, time is money. Contractors, builders, renovators, and tradespeople often waste countless hours on clients who aren’t ready to commit, leading to lost opportunities and reduced profitability.

Sean Di lorenzo on September 3 2024
Business,Guides