Don Jason Remodeling
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When should I select a contractor?

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Question:   I want to add a family room addition on the back of my house this summer.  When should I select a contractor?

Answer:  I believe it is best to select your contractor at least three to six months before you plan to start your project.  Keep in mind you might want to interview several contractors before you make a selection.  Then, you need to develop your designs and make your product selections.  Next, it takes time to get permit approval from your local building department.  In addition, the project needs to fit into the contractor’s schedule.  Think about how complicated your project is and how quickly you can make all the required decisions.  Then, allow time for this so that you can complete this at the speed you feel comfortable with.  Personally, I would rather have too much time than feel rushed.

If you have any questions you would like to ask, send them to me via email at [email protected].

Do you have an average per square foot cost for a master bedroom with bath and walk in closet?

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Question:   Do you have an average per square foot cost for a master bedroom with bath and walk in closet?

Answer:    Every addition we do is custom designed for the homeowner’s specific desires.  Each client’s selections are so varied that any square foot price would be meaningless.  Some people select a $150.00 sink and other people select a $2200.00 sink.  When I share with clients what I believe their project will cost, I try to listen very carefully to what they want in their project, and I price selections as close as possible to the selections they have expressed they plan to use.  There are so many selections available today that it is easy for clients to select something that is more costly than they expect.  Usually the items that are more expensive are also more complicated so installation can be more time consuming and complicated, thus more expensive.  Foundation type and the degree of difficulty tying into the existing structure are other areas that can vary widely.  To get a ball park idea what your project will cost call several remodelers, they will provide you with some prices.

If you have any questions you would like to ask, send them to me via email at [email protected].

What is the recommended size for a separate toilet compartment?

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Question:   What is the recommended size for a separate toilet compartment?

Answer:  The recommended size for a separate toilet compartment should be at least 36” x 66” with a swing–out or pocket door. The minimum size for a separate toilet compartment is 30” x 60”. Wheelchair–accessible compartments should be at least 60” wide, measured perpendicular to the side wall, and 56” deep for a wall hung toilet and 59” deep for a floor mounted toilet measured perpendicular to the rear wall.  To maximize access, provide privacy in the toilet without using a separate compartment.

If you have any questions you would like to ask, send them to me via email at [email protected].

What is the best way to store items in my garage so it doesn’t look cluttered?

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Question:  What is the best way to store items in my garage so it doesn’t look cluttered?

Answer:  Measure all the items that you want to store in your garage.  Then build a closet which has space to store every item.  Everything can have its own spot which makes it easy to find.  Build the walls with studs and finish the walls with plywood.  Paint the doors and the walls the same color as the rest of the garage walls.  Thus you can hide everything behind closed doors and your garage can be clutter free.

If you have any questions you would like to ask, send them to me via email at [email protected].

How long does it usually take to get a building permit?

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Question:  How long does it usually take to get a building permit?

Answer:  There is a different time frame in each of the different areas we work.  Some areas you can have a permit in a day and others it can take several weeks.  Many areas are working with less manpower as the budgets seem to become tighter.  The smaller projects sometimes take less time.  If your project has time constraints just call the inspectors and they can give you a pretty good idea of the time frame.

If you have any questions you would like to ask, send them to me via email at [email protected].

How much information do I need to supply my remodeling contractor so that I feel confident that I will get the finished product I desire?

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Question:  How much information do I need to supply my remodeling contractor so that I feel confident that I will get the finished product I desire?

Answer:  The more information you supply the better chances are that your project will meet your desires.  Pictures of windows, doors, cabinets, countertops, hardware, lights, flooring and any other product which will be part of your project are very helpful.  Pictures and sizes of the furniture that will be used to decorate help determine the size and wall space needed in rooms.  Appliance selections, lighting choices, color selections and any detail that you want as part of your project will help define what your space will become.  A design/build remodeler can help you with these choices but the more you bring to the table to start with the more you will save on design cost.  Start your dream list now and add to it each time you see that perfect item which will make your home the perfect place.

If you have any questions you would like to ask, send them to me via email at jason[email protected].

I have already signed my contract for my remodeling project. Now I want to add another tile feature in the bathroom. How will this affect my project?

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Question:  I have already signed my contract for my remodeling project.  Now I want to add another tile feature in the bathroom.  How will this affect my project?

Answer:  When additional work is requested after the final contract has been signed, we list it on an additional work order form.  This will list what the additional cost will be and if the additional work will result extra time added to the completion time of the remodeling project.  Thus the homeowner and the contractor agree and know what to expect because of the additional work.

If you have any questions you would like to ask, send them to me via email at [email protected].

I have wood shake shingles that I am tired of staining. Do they have a vinyl product that requires less maintenance and has a realistic look?

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Question:  I have wood shake shingles that I am tired of staining.  Do they have a vinyl product that requires less maintenance and has a realistic look?

Answer:  There are several vinyl shake shingle products on the market.  I think they are really nice looking. They are easy to install and the maintenance is minimal.  The color selection is also quite large. The cost is quite a bit more than standard vinyl but I think the look is worth the difference. Some people just replace certain sections with the shakes and the rest with standard vinyl. To get ideas you can ride through some of the new developments and see how these products are used.

Don Jason

If you have any questions you would like to ask, send them to me via email at [email protected].

How long should I stay off my freshly poured concrete?

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Question:  How long should I stay off my freshly poured concrete?

Answer:  I recommend at least twenty four hours before you can walk on the freshly poured concrete.  I recommend a week before you allow vehicles on the freshly poured concrete.  The Portland Cement Association recommends just three to seven days for concrete to harden before it can tolerate substantial weight.  The longer you wait the stronger it will be.

Don Jason

If you have any questions you would like to ask, send them to me via email at [email protected].

 

 

What is the best counter top material?

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Question:  What is the best counter top material?

Answer:  The best counter top material must be determined by each individual.  I suggest that you visit a counter top store which deals in as many different materials as possible.  This way you can view the various products and see what is visually appealing to you.  Then discuss the pros and cons of each material.  Compare this against the cost and make your selection.  Make sure you discuss how each material reacts to heat, scratches, cracks and stains.  Be aware of the maintenance required.  Good luck and may you be pleased with your selection for years and years.

Don Jason

If you have any questions you would like to ask, send them to me via email at [email protected].

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