2020 Fall Home Improvement

2020 FALL HOME IMPROVEMENT Lincoln Daily News September 24, 2020 Page 5 W henever you work on your home, you may run into a project that you don’t feel comfortable doing yourself, or just don’t have the manpower for among friends and family. You might run into something unexpected, even if you already thought you were done. In these moments, you might need to hire a contractor, which can be a challenge if you’re used to doing things yourself. When looking for a contractor, there are a few things to consider. Make sure to start by doing your own research. If you can, see what you can find online or in project manuals so you have an idea of what the scope of your work might be. This research will help you understand your options, and tell you just how much work actually needs to be done. Contractors need to know what exactly they’re working on, and it helps you as the customer Do’s and don’t when hiring a professional By Derek Hurley Continued n