What is the difference between a homebuilder and a remodeling contractor, and why does it matter when considering contractors to remodel my home?
When new home building declines, some home builders look for other ways to generate revenue, and remodeling seems to be among the more popular. Yet, when it comes to remodeling, there are many factors involved that new home builders don’t typically face. Retrofitting a space is more complex than building something from the ground up. This is true even when adding onto your home, as it will still require blending the new area into an existing structure and connecting all the necessary services (e.g., electrical, heating and plumbing, etc.) to the original home. Other considerations will include maintaining the livability of the existing home for the family and pets throughout the process, which is a situation unique to remodeling and that reputable remodeling contractors are experienced at handling.
