The Homeowners' Guide to Hiring Contractors by Bertt P. Kennelly, Brett P. Kennelly, Eddy Hall

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The Homeowners' Guide to Hiring Contractors
by Bertt P. Kennelly, Brett P. Kennelly, Eddy Hall (Contributor)

Paperback: 156 pages ; Dimensions (in inches): 0.46 x 8.98 x 6.04
Publisher: Information Services Group; 1 edition (April 1, 1998)
ISBN: 0965197980

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Nick Harder, The Orange Count Register 9/98: "A new book - The Homeowners' Guide to Hiring Contractors - is hitting the shelves at the right time..."

Al and Kelly Carrell, King Features Syndicate The Arizona Republic 11/98: "Get a copy of The Homeowners' Guide to Hiring Contractors. Written by Brett Kennelly... this book can help you become more informed and save you time, trouble, and probably money."

N.W. Pittsburgh, PA 1/99: "Your book was one of the best I've read so far. It's direct, to the point. Very solid, sound advice."

Mike Leidemann, Honolulu Advertiser 10/98: "Kennelly's book offers a detailed seven-step plan that includes prescreening, interviewing, getting estimates and making intelligent choices. The book is full of practical advice, work sheet forms and common sense."

From the Author: Dear Reader, Almost everyone who has ever completed a construction or remodeling project could tell how he or she would do things differently given the chance. So often people say, "If only I had known before I started what I know now..." Your level of education, contacts, money, or even negotiating ability has surprisingly little to do with whether your project will be successful. What separates those owners whose construction projects are completed on time and in budget from those who experience nothing short of a nightmare is the specialized knowledge they have before starting their projects. You can choose to take your chances and go it alone and likely accumulate some stories of frustration and financial loss of your own, or you can invest a few hours and gain the specialized knowledge and tools you need to make your next construction or remodeling project all that you hope for. In the following pages you will receive in a step-by-step format the information you need to make wise choices about one of the most important factors in the success of your construction project. I hope you will make good use of it.

Best wishes for your construction project,
Brett Kennelly

From the Back Cover: Whether you're planning a simple remodel or a complete custom home, The Homeowners' Guide to Hiring Contractors gives you the essential information you need before beginning your construction project. This comprehensive insider's guide contains valuable tips designed to save you thousands of dollars and hours of your time-all cross-referenced in an easy-to-use, step-by-step format that will quickly become the most indispensable tool when planning your construction project. Learn what the pros already know, including: Learn the single, easiest way to save thousands of dollars on your next construction project.

How to screen contractors on the phone in just minutes.

The 7 essential steps to getting the best value for your money

How to "read between the lines" of construction contracts

How to keep contractors accountable

Why prices vary between contractors-and how to use that to your own advantage, and much, much, more...

With over fifteen years in the construction industry as a carpenter, contractor, and a consultant, author Brett Kennelly teaches you how to hire the best contractor for your job, improve your working relationship, save time and money, and gives you the confidence to make wise choices when it comes to your project. In an open, candid style, he carefully articulates and constructs a blueprint for your success, beginning with this simple fundamental, "Hiring the right contractor is the single most important step an owner can take to ensure the success of their project..."

Save hundreds and possibly thousands of dollars on your next construction project.

Customer Reviews
Author clearly well informed, June 16, 1998
Reviewer: A reader from San Jose
Vary helpful and well written, no doubt. Mr. Kennelly is clearly well informed about the subject of his new book, The Homeowners' Guide to Hiring Contractors. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

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