Save Money hiring the Right Waterproofing Company

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:28:30 -0500

Everyone has probably heard of or read about a contractor scam horror story.

There are so many of them, and some are so horrifying that many homeowners feel queasy just by thinking about any kind of home remodeling or repair project.

Some will even try to tackle the project themselves so they will not have to go through the hassle of shopping for and hiring a contractor.

However, not every job can be handled by the average homeowner and waterproofing is one of them.

This means that if you want your basement dry and have no problems now or in the future you need to shop for a waterproofing contractor. You need a waterproofing expert that is knowledgeable and trustworthy.

This article offers 10 simple steps to help make sure you are hiring the right company and the right person for the job.

After reading the article, you can save yourself a lot of time by just contacting us for a free estimate. We at Tri-State Basement Systems will offer you all the quality and honesty you are looking for and beyond. After all, we are a part of the largest and most reputable waterproofing contractor network in the world, and you don't get to be the #1 with lousy service and shoddy products.

Experience our WOW service philosophy for yourself. You'll be glad you did.

Remodeling to Sell: Not every improvement pays off

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 03:36:51 -0500

The recent housing crisis flooded the real estate market with properties. Sellers today are competing with builders desperate to get rid of newly built homes and banks willing to sell foreclosed properties at much less than they are worth as a way to cut their losses.

To make matters worse, a slow economy is causing people to postpone bigger expenses, and the credit crunch made it harder for potential home buyers to qualify for mortgage loans. As a result, there are tons of homes for sale and not nearly enough qualified buyers.

Sellers trying to move the property quicker, and not willing to lose money on the deal, know that they need to make their property appeal to a home buyer. That means investing some money in improvements in order to make the home more "sellable".

However, not every home improvement actually pays off, as this article in the New Hampshire Magazine states:

"Building that large sunroom or installing hardwood floors may seem like a great investment, but if your improvements price your house out of its category, you could be in trouble. Joan Whitebook, a buyer’s agent located in Nashua, advises homeowners to instead focus on maintenance and repairs. Bring things up to date, but be conscious of your neighborhood and know what is typical of a home in your market. If you go overboard on upgrades, buyers may not be willing to pay the higher price, especially since they likely won’t be looking for these improvements in the first place. This rings especially true for a property below the $350,000 range."

Basement waterproofing, however, remains one of the best investments you can make in your home in this difficult market, especially if you are planning to sell. In a normal market, a wet basement is a major deal breaker. In a market with so much competition, it renders your home virtually impossible to sell.

Lets face it: who wants buy a "fixer-upper" when there are so many affordable homes out there in much better condition?

The good news is that fixing a wet basement with our patented basement waterproofing system is also very affordable, and with our flexible payment options, you can do it in your own terms in a way that is comfortable for you. In addition, we offer a transferable warranty at no charge.

Don't let a wet basement keep you from selling your home. Contact us for a free estimate.

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Save Money hiring the Right Waterproofing Company

Remodeling to Sell: Not every improvement pays off