Zillow Advice RSS: Question-Discussion-Guide,Finding a home Improvement Professional, http://www.zillow.com/advice/US/home-improvement-finding-a-home-improvement-professional/question-discussion-guide/ Zillow Advice search results | Zillow Real Estate I'm looking for a roofing contractor in Conway,Myrtle Beach area, SC, to replace my roof, anyone? http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/I%27m-looking-for-a-roofing-contractor-in-Conway-Myrtle-Beach-area-SC-to-replace-my-roof-anyone/301894/ 0 replies Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:27:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/I%27m-looking-for-a-roofing-contractor-in-Conway-Myrtle-Beach-area-SC-to-replace-my-roof-anyone/301894/ 2009-11-27T14:27:00Z I contacted 1 of the recommended contractors and he never show-up .How do I let you know to remove http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/I-contacted-1-of-the-recommended-contractors-and-he-never-show-up-How-do-I-let-you-know-to-remove/300796/ I called and e-mailed one of the contractors you recommended on your site. He never called or show-up . He took all my personal information and then never again responded. I am not very comfortable about this<br \><br \>0 replies Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:52:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/I-contacted-1-of-the-recommended-contractors-and-he-never-show-up-How-do-I-let-you-know-to-remove/300796/ 2009-11-22T22:52:00Z I have a barn in Boonton Twp. Need contractor who specializes in replacing supporting beams?? http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/I-have-a-barn-in-Boonton-Twp-Need-contractor-who-specializes-in-replacing-supporting-beams/300071/ 0 replies Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:01:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/I-have-a-barn-in-Boonton-Twp-Need-contractor-who-specializes-in-replacing-supporting-beams/300071/ 2009-11-20T13:01:00Z HOW DO I GET A HOME IMPROVEMENT LOAN http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/HOW-DO-I-GET-A-HOME-IMPROVEMENT-LOAN/299586/ ALL OF THEM IN THE SUBCATEGORY<br \><br \>1 reply Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:26:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/HOW-DO-I-GET-A-HOME-IMPROVEMENT-LOAN/299586/ 2009-11-19T14:26:00Z Pro to pro - let's exchange tips on sites such as Service magic http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Pro-to-pro-let%27s-exchange-tips-on-sites-such-as-Service-magic/204490/ We moved&nbsp;to Tampa, Florida about couple of years ago and contracted with ServiceMagic to find leads.&nbsp; We tried to limit our monthly expenses with Service Magic to $150/month for connections to homeowners.&nbsp; In two months, they charged us $800 for the same leads they provided at least three other contractors.&nbsp; We generated a whopping $250 from their&nbsp;leads. NO THANKS.<br \><br \>15 replies Fri, 27 Feb 2009 03:57:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Pro-to-pro-let%27s-exchange-tips-on-sites-such-as-Service-magic/204490/ 2009-02-27T03:57:00Z I am looking for a general contractor to provide me a free estimate who has experience with 203k http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/I-am-looking-for-a-general-contractor-to-provide-me-a-free-estimate-who-has-experience-with-203k/255338/ If you are a licensed, and insured GENERAL CONTRACTOR, who has experience with the 203k process.. I am looking for you to give me a free estimate. &Acirc;&nbsp;<br/><br/>Estimated closing date is in mid August. &Acirc;&nbsp;I am redoing the bath, kitchen and replacing the garage door. &Acirc;&nbsp;the bathroom is standard size, the kitchen is not huge.&Acirc;&nbsp;<br/><br/>Depending on your quotes I may redo floors as well. &Acirc;&nbsp;<br/><br/>Please contact me ASAP because I would like to have the estimate done before the end of this week. &Acirc;&nbsp;Thank you<br/><br/><br/><br/>&Acirc;&nbsp;<br \><br \>11 replies Sun, 12 Jul 2009 12:14:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/I-am-looking-for-a-general-contractor-to-provide-me-a-free-estimate-who-has-experience-with-203k/255338/ 2009-07-12T12:14:00Z What is the most reasonable way to have a new roof installed in S. Florida? http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/What-is-the-most-reasonable-way-to-have-a-new-roof-installed-in-S-Florida/279629/ I've heard that roofing contractors charge over $35,000 for a Mediterranean style roof. Back on Long Island, where I live full time, a new architectural shingle roof would only cost $6000 for a similar size ranch home. I will be buying a second home that needs a new roof. What should I do?<br \><br \>1 reply Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:45:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/What-is-the-most-reasonable-way-to-have-a-new-roof-installed-in-S-Florida/279629/ 2009-09-17T13:45:00Z looking for a rec'd licensed general contractor in Metro West MA area to install a deck & slider? http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/looking-for-a-rec%27d-licensed-general-contractor-in-Metro-West-MA-area-to-install-a-deck-slider/277040/ 1 reply Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:18:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/looking-for-a-rec%27d-licensed-general-contractor-in-Metro-West-MA-area-to-install-a-deck-slider/277040/ 2009-09-09T18:18:00Z Mold Removal http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Mold-Removal/274958/ In attorney review to purchase a foreclosed home; &nbsp;during review property developed some severe mold problems. Seller (bank) will not fix and I'm too far&nbsp;in the process to walk away...any ideas?&nbsp;&nbsp;Also requesting&nbsp;prof mold remediators estimates<br \><br \>2 replies Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:30:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Mold-Removal/274958/ 2009-09-03T00:30:00Z Need to Fence the BackYard. http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Need-to-Fence-the-BackYard/272866/ Need the best people/quality people in Allentown/Quakertown/Bethlehem, PA area for putting a backyard fencing. The area is about 160 feet in length. Please get me a rough estimate like how much it might cost.. I am looking at either Wooden or Vinyl fencing for privacy.<br \><br \>2 replies Thu, 27 Aug 2009 17:34:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Need-to-Fence-the-BackYard/272866/ 2009-08-27T17:34:00Z Who Should Be Listed In the Advice Section Under Home Improvement? http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Who-Should-Be-Listed-In-the-Advice-Section-Under-Home-Improvement/272750/ 1) Why is it that Zillow allows out of State people/entities and others like <a href="http://www.zillow.com/directory/real-estate-agents/">Realtors</a>, <a href="http://www.zillow.com/directory/lenders/">Mortgage Brokers</a> and Home Inspectors (to name a few) to purport themselves as qualified individuals and/or entities in this field?<br/><br/>2)&nbsp;Who qualifies them, as they are NOT listed as such on the State website (sunbiz)? Where do they get these certifications?<br/><br/>3)&nbsp;Maybe the True Home Improvers should list themselves as Realtors; can I get someone's MLS username/password?<br \><br \>1 reply Thu, 27 Aug 2009 05:20:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Who-Should-Be-Listed-In-the-Advice-Section-Under-Home-Improvement/272750/ 2009-08-27T05:20:00Z MOLD REMEDIATION http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/MOLD-REMEDIATION/209404/ Plentiful mold in house of less than 1,000 s/f (basement, bedroom and attic crawlspace) - any "best guesstimates" for cost of remediation before I call out for actual estimates?<br/><br/>It's a <a href="http://www.zillow.com/homes/for_sale/fore_lt/">foreclosure</a> that needs work, but could be well worth the price if the remediation is within reason.<br \><br \>9 replies Wed, 11 Mar 2009 22:54:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/MOLD-REMEDIATION/209404/ 2009-03-11T22:54:00Z I have a 1980 sq. ft. home with rotted floor joists. Need quotes for repair ASAP! http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/I-have-a-1980-sq-ft-home-with-rotted-floor-joists-Need-quotes-for-repair-ASAP/200301/ 1 reply Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:49:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/I-have-a-1980-sq-ft-home-with-rotted-floor-joists-Need-quotes-for-repair-ASAP/200301/ 2009-02-17T16:49:00Z How do you test a concrete subfloor for moisture before installing flooring? http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/How-do-you-test-a-concrete-subfloor-for-moisture-before-installing-flooring/264462/ 8 replies Tue, 04 Aug 2009 19:54:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/How-do-you-test-a-concrete-subfloor-for-moisture-before-installing-flooring/264462/ 2009-08-04T19:54:00Z Any recommendations for a painter? http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Any-recommendations-for-a-painter/220641/ 5 replies Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:20:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Any-recommendations-for-a-painter/220641/ 2009-04-07T19:20:00Z Need architect and general contractor in NJ http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Need-architect-and-general-contractor-in-NJ/257620/ Looking for a reputable architect and GC in and around Edison, NJ.&nbsp; Tried Service magic did not get what I was looking for.<br \><br \>3 replies Sat, 18 Jul 2009 06:22:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Need-architect-and-general-contractor-in-NJ/257620/ 2009-07-18T06:22:00Z Looking for a Contractor in Quincy, Mass http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Looking-for-a-Contractor-in-Quincy-Mass/264713/ Hello All,<br/><br/><br/>anyone can refer a good contractor? I plan to re-modeling our house.<br/>thank you!<br/><br/><br/><br \><br \>3 replies Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:31:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Looking-for-a-Contractor-in-Quincy-Mass/264713/ 2009-08-05T13:31:00Z Can someone suggest a good roofer in the Seattle area? http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Can-someone-suggest-a-good-roofer-in-the-Seattle-area/212299/ Thanks, your help is most appreciated!<br/><br \><br \>9 replies Thu, 19 Mar 2009 02:17:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Can-someone-suggest-a-good-roofer-in-the-Seattle-area/212299/ 2009-03-19T02:17:00Z What is the most cost effective way to reduce footfall noise from an upstairs neighbor in a condo? http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/What-is-the-most-cost-effective-way-to-reduce-footfall-noise-from-an-upstairs-neighbor-in-a-condo/196281/ Condo built in 2003.&nbsp; I can hear neighbor walking above me.&nbsp; Low frequency noise is prevalent in my unit.<br \><br \>17 replies Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:14:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/What-is-the-most-cost-effective-way-to-reduce-footfall-noise-from-an-upstairs-neighbor-in-a-condo/196281/ 2009-02-06T00:14:00Z Please refer a design-only w/OPTIONAL install landscaper! Texas http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Please-refer-a-design-only-w-OPTIONAL-install-landscaper-Texas/45084/ <p>I can't seem to find this service anywhere in my large metro area (Houston - which is LARGE).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>I want to hire someone who will design a landscape for my front and back yards (2/5 acre), including drawings and plants.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>I want to do the work over time - some myself, and any or all (potentially) contracted to the designer's company or any other company of my choice.&nbsp; <strong>I just want options!!</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It's a piece of cakefor the right designer! &nbsp;The house has a tiny footprint.&nbsp; The only challenges are a shade, shade, shade in front with old live oaks, and blazing sun in back, perfect for a pool.&nbsp; A blank slate for a new creation!</p><br \><br \>3 replies Tue, 14 Oct 2008 04:14:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/Please-refer-a-design-only-w-OPTIONAL-install-landscaper-Texas/45084/ 2008-10-14T04:14:00Z