General Contractor

Typically, I'll find two types of home remodelers near me: general contractors and handymen. Both claim to be capable of completing remodeling projects, but as you might expect, a general contractor will charge more. What really sets them apart?

 

One of the first things that sets them apart is the size and complexity of the project that needs to be done. If all you need for a remodeling project is new flooring and a non-plumbed kitchen island, a handyman can probably do the work. However, if you want to truly remodel an area, with new or different electrical outlets, new countertops, plumbing for your new kitchen island, and basics like new flooring and paint, it's best to go with a general contractor.

 

The reason for this difference is that large projects like the one just described require the skills of many different types of contractors. You'd need an electrician, a plumber, a painter, a flooring installation expert, a countertop installer, and more. A general contractor is used to putting together multidisciplinary crews of subcontractors, knows when each one should arrive to do his part, and how to give good, no-surprises cost and time estimates. The reason a general contractor charges more is that this type of management is a skill that takes years to master. Meanwhile, a handyman would be overwhelmed by all of the sub-projects involved in a major remodel because his business model is to do everything himself no matter how long it takes.

 

With this in mind, it'll be a lot easier to choose the right home and kitchen remodelers in Moriches, NY.  You'll be able to properly match your project with the available service providers, and thereby avoid disappointment and frustration.