Ask These Questions Before Hiring a Contractor! | Julie Khuu
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- Опубликовано: 5 окт 2020
- This video will show you how to choose and hire the right contractor for your home remodel project including all the questions you MUST ASK before signing any contracts.
Interior design and renovations are all about the proper planning, sourcing the right materials, and hiring the best people for the job. Sometimes you need a knowledgeable contractor to oversee it all, especially if you have never embarked on this type of overhaul before. Whether it’s a whole house remodel or you’re simply looking to renovate a guest bathroom, here are my top PRO tips you should consider before hiring the best contractor for the job.
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4 thumbs up Julie! This should be the video that people must watch before they start a home project. You have covered everything to think about how to get the job done. If people follow your advice, I think that they will be happy with the results. Over the years, I have also worked with really horrible contractors and even professionals who should not have been in the business. On the other side, I have had contractors that I hired who were very good at doing what I wanted done but also confident enough to tell me that something was not a good idea or there was a better way to do something. Believe me, I reused these guys and gals whenever possible.
Exactly 🙌🏻 Takes experience to discern the difference between good and great contractors. Every major renovation should account for professional service advice so you don’t make costly mistakes down the line
I'm hype
You’re so knowledgeable! I’m in the process of renovating and decorating my house and I love your channel. Thank you for all the help!
Thank you so much for watching Angeles ☺️🙏🏻
I love the balance of your videos: on point, precise, fun, diverse, packed with professional tips and a hint of story telling.
Thank you so much for watching! 🙏🏻☺️
Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. We are in the early "thought" stages of our master bathroom renovations and this video is a great beginning!
Also check out my master/ primary bedroom videos for more tips Ellen! 👍🏻☺️
I will always support your work, Julie! You are outstanding!
Thank you so much for watching Damian 🙏🏻☺️
Omgggggg i was literally gonna suggest this video! Okay I liked the video already but I'll go back and watch to see if all my questions were answered. You're the best!!
Awesome! Also read the comments when you’re ready! So many good tips shared by other viewers Kimberlee!
Wow! It’s like you’re reading my mind!!! I needed this info!!!! Great nuggets! Thank YOU!!!
Yay, glad I can help 🙌🏻 Thank you for watching Camillia ☺️
Fabulous video!! So agree. We are going thru a fireplace redo right now.....was very careful when hiring a licensed contractor, he is an independent mason contractor and woodworker (made our mantle and corbels). Have had a couple of hiccups (due to his personal problems....death in the family, home schooling etc), however we are on the downhill trek and should be done this week!!! A few gray hairs added, but, not bad!! And our stone fireplace should be gorgeous!!!
You will always remember the end result and over time, the headache and struggles fade away into the distance 😅
Great video Julie! Your tips for homeowners are spot on!
Thank you for watching and the feedback Daru 🙏🏻☺️
This is thorough and so helpful for planning a renovation! Thanks for the sound advice. 😊
Thank you for watching Trang!
Julie..I really love your videos..you are quite knowledgeable..when it comes to interior design and much more..Thank you..
Thank you for watching Margie! I do a lot of research to fill in the gaps 🙏🏻☺️
Just full of wonderful contents😍😍😍
This is the content we need!! Thank you!!
Thank you for watching Stephanie ☺️🙏🏻
I have worked with a nightmare contractor before...so I totally agree with you - when you find a contractor you love, pay his premium fee and hang on to him for dear life!
Yup 🙌🏻 The good ones are always busy lol
Tried to start a bathroom remodel last year and COVID stopped that plan. Meeting with contacted this week and your video popped up today. PERFECT timing!! I will watch this one many time before moving forward with the remodeling project. Thanks Julie for sharing your knowledge with us.
Take notes so you stay focused during your consultation Anita! You got this 🙌🏻
The information in this video is so helpful. Thank you for posting this.
Thank you for watching DMJ! 👍🏻☺️
Love this and needed this. Can you do a video on the latest looks for bathrooms that are classic and timeless. I'm tired of the white and gray; pretty but so over done. Just about everybody I know who have remodeled their master bathrooms all chose that design. Thank you and keep up the great work!
Me too! Gray and white bathrooms are going to be the beige walls of the 90’s 😆 lol love this idea, thank you for watching Teresa!
Great video! Thanks for all of the useful advice. I now feel that I can make a list of questions and then (hopefully) find a good, reliable, trustworthy, general contractor.
Awesome, thank you for watching Gordon! 👍🏻☺️
Very helpful, thank you Julie! We suddenly decided to completely renovate our bathroom (taking down a wall and stripping everything to the brick) in November last year after I realised the feng shui won't again be suitable until 2022. The only plumber I could get was an engineer who was just going into his own plumbing business so he wasn't clueless and he was recommended, but turned out to have ADHD so it was a bit like herding cats. In the end he did a lot of the tiling, at about 6-7/10 quality and didn't fully complete the job with the tiles but thankfully all else was done. I project managed the entire thing and found that I was reasonably good at it, and all other tradesmen were brilliant. The bathroom ended up looking really good in the end, with small imperfections, and it was done before March 2020. Yay!
Awesome! A small kink in the grand scope of things! Now you’re truly seasoned to tackle the next big renovation Anna! 🙌🏻
Great video! There are useful tips for all homeowners!
Glad you think so! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️
I'm so looking forward to this Chanel. I mean the week felt long 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙈🙈🙈
Aw you’re the best Lebo! ☺️🙏🏻
Thank you Julie that was a great tips, much appreciated.
Thank you for watching Tina! 🙏🏻☺️
Outstanding content! Exactly what I needed for our Alaska reno before our eventual Big Build! ❄️ 🏡 🦦 ⛄️
Hope these tips come in handy when you’re ready lle! 👍🏻☺️
"Skimp on materials but not the contractor" - makes perfect sense! We're about to remodel the 1930s kitchen in our 1800s Cape Cod house, but we're also going to do a pile of other projects too - moving a door, removing the kitchen stairs, repairing floors and ceilings, potentially replacing mid-1800s plaster walls... As we're about to embark on meeting with prospective designers and contractors, your advice is especially relevant.
Thank you for watching Cat! Write down your wishlist and get the bids first. Once you know what you need to budget for, you can make substitutions with less expensive materials 👍🏻
Wow 😳 that was excellent advise!!! Within a year or so we plan on building a new house, and I found this info very informative and accurate! Thanks so much
Awesome! Thank you for watching Starla 🙏🏻☺️
Great video on Contractors!!!
Thank you for this video! I'm about to start having to choose the contractors to work at home and I truly don't know where to begin. Your video soothes me a bit :)
Start with referrals Clara! I always try to get first hand accounts whenever possible 👍🏻
thanks for all the good advice. i am doing a kitchen remodel soon. i like working with an individual contractor whose reputation is riding on his/her own skills rather than hiring companies with a lot of laborers who dont have their own skin in the game. if the individual cares about his work, you tend to get better craftsmanship, but of course it depends on the size of the job.
For sure 🙌🏻 I am all about the craftsmanship and will budget materials to pay for this service
Thanks for useful info Julie! 🥰🥰 I am paying the premium to my home builder. As soon as I knew the builder I said yes. They are so good. Can’t wait to finish my dream home. 💗💗🙏🏽
Now you can sit back, relax, and feel confident that the end result will be fabulous! 🙌🏻
Always hire the right skill level. Hire a handyman to do basic stuff that you would diy if you had the time. Do not hire a handyman to install a water heater or do any other advance/specialty job. In all of the trades there are different skill levels. If you need your house re-piped, hire a master plumber. The same goes for electrical, carpentry, etc. The more major/detail the work is, the higher the skill level needs to be. Also, any major work (especially with your kitchen and main bath) needs to be done by someone that has been highly vetted. If you decided to take a chance on a contractor, then start them off with a small project and see how that goes before giving them a larger job. Following these rules along with not paying a large advance up front will eliminate 95% of all problems.
Agreed! Great insight Nadine! Thank you for sharing! 🙏🏻☺️
❤😊💯👍🔥👌🆗🏠🌟!!!!!!!
Great video. Clear. To the point. Informative.
Thank you for watching Sid! 🙏🏻☺️
This is information I know we'll need soon- thanks!
Bookmark when you need it Robyn! 🙌🏻
Loved this and I’m sure I’ll be referring to this video once or twice.
Awesome, thank you for watching Janice! 🙏🏻☺️
Yay!!!! I’ve been waiting for this one!!! Thank you.
Thank you for watching D! ☺️🙏🏻
Julie Khuu ❤️
I’m so happy I found f your channel before starting living room and master bedroom remodel
Awesome, thank you for watching! Hope my tips help when the time comes Zuety! ☺️
My sentiments exactly. So happy to have found this channel! She's sooo good.
Thank you for this video. Great information
Thank you for watching Nyett 🙏🏻☺️
Excellent video. Took 2 full months, daily internet investigating (studying your tips 😊, collecting photos, confirming contractor’s licenses, client reviews, qualifications), weekly budget crunching, phone calls/emails questions, 7 solid interviews, and a quick instinct to find the best-fit GC & project manager for our kitchen & bath remodel. Next, our design meeting! Everything you’ve mentioned is so far in alignment with our team’s communication & positive professionalism, so happy with our choice. With pandemic supply issues & skilled licensed-contractor availability, we expect demo to begin Sept & we’re ok with that! It’ll be worth the wait.
Awesome 👏🏻 You’ve done your due diligence, now take the time to design your dream space Schuman! That’s the fun part!
Thanks for referring me this episode. I now have a list of pertinent questions and things look for as I begin my process. I recently had a plumber come through and discovered some those surprises you mentioned. Because of that, I plan for an electrician to come and inspect before I begin the renovation my 50's home. I am working from home, mostly, right now so I feel I might be able to oversee sub-contractors. But now I am curious if hiring a general contractor might be affordable and give me some peace of mind. With each episode, it feels like you're my personal design consultant!...
I would get multiple bids to compare just in case 👍🏻
Why your so good in explanation. I admired you. 👏👏👏
Thank you so much for watching Sa! 🙏🏻☺️
I have not yet done a renovation but I will certainly go over this video Very Carefully when I do .. !!
Thank you for watching!
Very informative!!!! Thank you so much!
Thank you for watching Dennis!!👍🏻☺️
Thank you for being soo consistent
Thank you for watching Elizabeth. No excuses! Until the second baby comes of course 😆
phenomenal video!
Thank you for watching Yoshimus 🙏🏻😊
Amazing video! You’re so knowledgeable in so many aspects of the industry. Really admire you and would love to work with you one day 😊❤️
Thank you for watching Florencia! I love to learn and continue my education so I stay abreast of the latest and greatest in design and technology 🙌🏻
Thank you so much for posting such a clear and concise video. I am preparing to renovate my master bath. I need all of the wisdom and information that I can get!
Be sure to check out my bathroom mistakes video as well for more tips Mary! Best of luck on the remodel! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️
@@JulieKhuu I’ve been binge watching your videos and making a ton of notes. Your Common Mistakes vids are just bomb! Thank you for doing those! The preparation required for these projects is overwhelming. I’m thinking of hiring someone to walk with me through my projects. Keep the videos coming. They are extremely valuable!
Thank you Julie for the content
Thank you for watching Abigael! ☺️🙏🏻
I would love for you to expand on this idea. As a soon to be first time homeowner, I will be searching for a semi-fixer upper home. Can you give input on painting, DIY vs. professional, and what should determine what I can realistically do. Another question is with limited funds going into my first home, where should I focus a remodel first i.e. kitchen, bath, etc. and what can wait until the budget allows for more renovations. Many thanks for the wonderful tips and content on your channel!
Always prioritize kitchen and bath remodels, in that order. Those are the two main areas that add value to your home and the first thing potential buyers look at when home shopping. I always leave the painting to the pros even though I consider myself a skilled DIYer. But painting/ cleaning is where you can definitely cut costs. Thank you for watching!
Very good to know valuable information.
Thank you for watching Claude!
Wow. This was very helpful. I'd love to see a video regarding line-item-pricing, what should be a part of that list when determining the project costs. Is it extensive, like flooring material details/costs, cabinets, each light fixture, plumbing fixture, window choice, crown moulding details?
Yes, all of the above PLUS all the details you want in the space. Budgeting is your responsibility Nannette. Every home (and every client) has a different and very vast list. There’s also a ton of hidden costs behind the walls once you open them up.
Thank You Julie. You are such an expert!
You have really helped answering all my questions.
Awesome, so glad I can help when the time comes Cherilee! 🙌🏻
I have recent experience in renovating my Annexe. I have learnt.. never go for daily wages workers but always make it done on contract, as Julie suggested, and before starting any project ,have or get complete knowledge about materials and their costs . Never leave project on contractors entirely, keep check n balance with smile and little appreciation.
Yes, I love that! A warm smile and gratitude wins every time 🙌🏻💕
Another great video!!!
Thank you for watching Punam! 🙏🏻☺️
Hello Julie...always glad to see what new info. you have to share. Praying all continues to remain well with you and yours. This was super informative, thank you for presenting it. Thumbs up to you and the subscriber that suggested it. Based on all you have listed, I may have to hire a contractor in the near future. As always, your detailed and insightfulness commentary is right on time and extremely helpful with the process and project at hand.
If possible and if not already available. Could you give some guidance in the future on "Feature Walls"? How to decide which wall to feature and what to consider when designing for a bedroom, bathroom or common living area. Thank you , thank you, thank you. Take care and stay safe.
Thank you for watching and stopping by with feedback Christine! I’ll work on one for creating focal walls in each space 👍🏻☺️
Thank you Julie, so very grateful and appreciative. 💗🙏🏼
My condo had water damage from a broken water heater (my upstairs neighbor). I hired a contractor to repair the damage & do additional work that I’ve been wanting to get done. During our consultation, I emphasized what needed to be done & what I wanted done, and that I’d be out of the country for two weeks, so I they can communicate via email. A week before I left, they started demolition. I stayed in touch with the contractor via email & 1 phone call while I was out of the country.
When I came back, to my horror, they hadn’t touched my project since the day I left. Come to find out, the contractor had a bigger job that needs to get done, so they pulled the workers from my project.
What I learned from this experience: before signing the contract, agree & write down in the contract, the approximate date of when you expect the project to be completed.
Yup 👍🏻 Get everything down in writing to temper expectations. Thank you for watching and sharing Marvin!
Thanks Julie as always you are insightful... now to get started lol...I'm just a bit scared...🙂👍❤️
No fear Maria! Have a plan in hand and don’t derail, you got this 🙌🏻
I would like to hug you. You are the greatest! Thank you for your valuable informations.
Our story. Wrong size of balcony door. Door and the window stick together, so they install all together at the same time. But the door was the wrong size. The problem was that the producers had the subproducers and they made the mistake when reading the plan with measurements. The producer didn't want to acknowledge the mistake at first, but then somehow we got on the same page what is wrong and they had to unmount the window/door complex and mount the new one.
I’m glad they fixed their mistake Ladida! Mistakes happen all the time, it’s best to find a team that will stay accountable. 👍🏻
Julie I am enjoying your content so much. Thank you for sharing your knowledge
Wish you were closer lol.
Thank you so much for watching Ysette! 🙏🏻☺️
I always look forward to your videos! I always learn so much! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 on another good video!!! Thank you.
Thank you for watching Estrella! ☺️🙏🏻
Had a big renovation project some years ago. Very detailed design, including new electrical wiring, plumbing and everything... For some reason thought we could pull it off by hiring individual contractors. It was a nightmare! Two month of constant stress, arguments and back and forth between old and new apartment. Never again 😒
This is when a general contractor is of great use so you don’t have to deal with everyone separately. I feel your pain!
Hi there! Love your channel. Pls educate more about wallpaper.
Thank you for watching Shalini! I’ll round up some ideas for a wallpaper video 🙌🏻
Me and wifey are planning a master suite.The contractors i chose specialize in hvac, electrical, and plumbing .They do home remodel but its not thier calling card. I chose thrm because all trades are im house and they are experts in the most technical part if the job. Im curious about their " frame game" i curious to see what it looks like . But i belive we will be ok. I know they on on pointon the tech side!! Km ecxited and curious
One thing I regret with my contractors is that we did not check their status or monitor their work every day since we live an hour away. It’s a vacant house before we moved in and we left some personal belongings in the garage with the side door locked. One day we found out that the contractor’s huge ladder was left standing leaning towards our house and someone broke in from the window, got the garage key from the master lock inside the house, and stole many things from the garage... they also stayed for a while and ruined the brand new carpet we just installed...they were there even before us!! Luckily, the stolen things were not too much of a value but it’s such an annoying and scary experience! Worse housewarming gift ever! The contractors of course denied they had anything to do with it, and since it was a vacant house, no internet no camera installed..so we don’t have any evidence. However the police said no signs of forced entry so it means that the windows were NOT LOCKED by the contractors. Also why the ladder was left in our backyard unattended in the first place? LESSONS LEARNED: monitor their work frequently, Be present if you can, always be cautious of the things that could expose your house in danger. Burglaries happen even in the safest community!
Oh no!! I’m so sorry to hear! It’s true though, contractors know exactly what security systems you have or have not installed so always try to install cameras before you hire a team or have someone regularly checking the job site. I hear about construction sites being burglarized all the time from my contractors sadly. 😔
Hi Julie. Can you please do a video on when you need to buy windows, doors, flooring etc. Would be great to know when I would need to but the big ticket items if that makes sense. I am doing a whole house renovation. I am based in the U.K. London. And I love your videos!!!! 🤟🏻
Purchase right after the permits and plans get approved Judy. Finish materials should be ready for installation even if it doesn’t get installed at the beginning of construction. Lead times vary so you don’t want your project to stall waiting on materials.
Thank you Julie. Love your videos!!! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😍😍😍
Hi Julie! I've been watching all your videos these last couple of weeks and loving your outstanding content, you definitely had me at Kelly Wearstler! I'm a realtor by profession and styling homes all the time. Love, love, love it. You are bringing us all such incredible design inspiration! Got another video idea for you...could you give us your opinion on mixing chandeliers/pendants in these crazy open floor plans we have? I'm trying to figure out my own dining/living room ceiling light situation for this combined space. The space reminds me of your dining room/lounge area, except we just added a fireplace to the living room/lounge side. There are currently two ceiling light opportunities-one centered in the dining zone and one centered in the living room/lounge zone-the two sockets are 14 ft apart. Could I have two complimentary chandelier/pendants or should they be identical or do I ditch the living room/lounge chandelier/pendant idea and add recessed lights in that zone? Then there's the kitchen/eating area...I know we can do what we want...(ha,ha) but I want it to look beautiful, warm and a little luxe not haphazard. What are the questions we should ask ourselves when it comes to mixing lighting? Could you do some looks? Thank you much!!!!!
Christine Gentile
Great questions! Now, I would like to know the response to your questions as well :)
Complementary! I don’t like matchy matchy anything except for symmetrical nightstands. You don’t even have to match finishes, just coordinate them so there’s a dialogue between the two pieces without saying the same thing.
@@JulieKhuu going for it!!!! You're the best!!!! Keep up the excellent content!!!
AMAZINGGGG
Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️
Hi Julie,
I’m a new interior designer and not familiar with project management. Would u ever consider doing a series on project management for interior designers? A series geared towards professionals or even a new channel for professionals getting started?
I love this idea Kathlene! If there’s enough interest, I’ll definitely consider it. Especially when I started out, this type of information wasn’t easy to come by 😅
Can you please do a video on how to layer area rugs? I don’t know if this is a new phenomenon but I’ve just learned about it and I would like to buy a patterned area rug but I feel the pattern is too much for my space to be an 8 x 10 but I would be open to a smaller version of this pattern but a larger neutral area rug. Is that right? Can you make a video to show how to layer area rugs in the living room?
Yes, smaller patterned on top, neutral on bottom - you got it 👍🏻 You don’t need me at all Kay! I have an area rugs video on the playlist for more inspiration
I have no idea what I’ll be getting into but seeing the broker tomorrow and fingers crossed!
Best of luck to you Rebekah 🙌🏻
I so needed this post because I have come across some really questionable people even after giving them smaller jobs.
It’s the smaller jobs that often give us the biggest headache Tamara! 😆
Julie Khuu I promise all I asked for was a simple covering for my pergola, it took 3 months to do and it already leaks. 😐🥺😞
Do you suggest for a renovation such as kitchen going through like a Home Depot/ Lowe’s ? And when do you know or should you get an interior decorator for say a kitchen?
Not for cabinets, but tile and fixtures- yes. Hire a designer when you can’t figure out the schematics of what goes into your dream kitchen Anani. If you have everything picked out and you can move forward with confidence, no need for the designer and work with your contractor to execute your ideas.
Hello Julie, can you do a video on wall papers? Like the types? And how to used wall paper without it being overwhelming
Love this idea, I will work on one soon Chao. Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️
This was awesome. Wish I would have watched this BEFORE signing on with my current contractor. I have been asking for a timeline, but there is always an excuse. I'm really stressed out and need to know how long project is gonna take. Mind you this is a 203k reno...supposed to be done in 6 months max and he has only done demo....always an excuse for everything.
Maybe time to rethink your direction Fatima? If you’re dissatisfied now, it’s best to have another conversation before you continue to spend money, time, and efforts. Sounds like he is prioritizing other projects over yours, so get what you need to in writing to move forward with ease and better communication 👍🏻
@@JulieKhuu I think you're right. Thanks Julie. Now to find someone else...smh.
Hi Julie, Thank you very much for this channel. I just bought my first home and I became an interior design student (I am a big fan) as I want to create my dream home. The issue I am contacting you for and I am convinced may struggle with is creating symmetry and respect Feng Shui in a room with an acute angle. My bedroom is 9,5m² and has a 60° angle between a 385 cm wall with a window and a 310 cm wall with no window. The other walls are 232 and 305 cm and the last one has a door. The hight is 315 cm. I have been researching solutions for two months and have found none yet. Could you please make a video about dealing with acute angled rooms?Thank you.
Thank you for watching XY! Check out my dream space series and start from Ep. 1. This is the exact process I detail for my clients, scale and proportion episode will help you immensely 👍🏻
Should you hire a contractor to put up wallpaper if you need to smooth out the walls first? It seems like such a daunting task even if it’s just for my guest bath!
Been there, done that. It turned out that I needed someone to put a skim coat of covering over the walls first to make sure the walls were not bumpy before wall papering. Luckily, my neighbor stepped in and got that done. If on the other hand, you are talking about the walls not being true (and what house is not off by a certain percentage due to age or bad carpenters) then you just need to let the person wallpapering know so they know they will have to adjust the pattern so it doesn't look skewed. If you feel confident in your own artistry, wall papering is not that hard to do.
You can sometimes get away with wallpaper on textured walls when there is allover pattern, abstract patterns, or even a textured paper to begin with.
Ahhh perfect 🤩
Thank you for watching Garri 🙏🏻☺️
The lean waiver shouldn’t be unnecessary if they are bonded. So many contractors say they are bonded, but you should ask, what are they bonded for? All a bond is a guarantee of payment and work. Each job must be bonded individually and if you didn’t discuss the scope of the project, which includes multiple of topics -from materials to duration of warranty on the job- and the all parties signed the bond agreement. Then you’re not bonded.
Great insight and so true. I always check their license online first to verify legitimacy
Lesson learned: pump your breaks! No, I don't need to call a contractor tomorrow when I don't even know what I want my home addition to look like or how much money I can dedicate to it. 🤦🏿♀️ But should you contact a contractor first for estimates? What should you know upfront in terms of what you want, when you first talk to a contractor?
You really should have a design plan in place before you call the contractor to get more accurate estimates. Or else the bid may be overpriced so the contractor covers all bases.
@@JulieKhuu I'm already overwhelmed. We need to renovate a 35 year old house and have no idea where to start. Do we start with an interior designer?
Is it a good idea to hire a designer before hiring a contractor to help design what I have in mind for a remodel? New room addition, changing layout of kitchen, taking down walls…
Yes, always Garr 👍🏻
very wise
Thank you for watching Maria! 🙏🏻☺️
Great video! I do however have a question: What about new contractors? How would you vet the young new-comer who's just starting out? I love helping young people with promise. The old dinosaurs with a contracting empire won't suffer from us giving the young enthusiastic newbies a chance! No offence to either btw!
I would simply allow them to finish one small project first before you decide on giving them the whole home remodel Eric. They would be happy for the opportunity of a larger bid 👍🏻
How do you check personal references?
You have to trust the friend/family member of course, it would be a direct reference from a job you’ve seen at their own home and loved Shaun.
Should the bid from contractors be a complete itemized list? I was given a flat estimate/total cost that simply said it included labor and rough materials but not including finished materials and permit fees. Is it ok to tell contractors your budget? I told one of them and the bid came back to be around that number and I'm wondering if I was ripped off.
No, I never tell them the real budget. I usually advise clients to go way under and let them bid on it. The contractor’s estimate is rarely itemized, you must specifically make that request. Only way to know if they’re gouging prices is to get multiple bids Stacy.
Ok so now what should we look for when hiring a designer?
Same same 😉 I’ll make another video
Julie Khuu thank you so much Julie for sharing your knowledge and designing insights. I cannot tell you how much I’ve learned and feel much more confident in tackling major and minor projects. Please let us know how we can support you channel financially so we don’t lose you. I feel like I need to pay something for this master class. Bless you and may you and your family stay under Gods protection.
Hey Julie! I have a question I’m probably not alone with: my boyfriend is a huge technology fan and gamer. He gives me a lot of creative freedom in the space which is great but he doesn’t compromise on technology. And he wants to buy a mega huge tv. I’m talking 75” huge. I think it’s soooo ugly to have a massive black screen on the wall. Covering it with art is probably out of the question since its so big. Really wanted the frame tv but it apparently does not meet his oled standards or something like that. I thought about curtains but it’s right in the middle of a long wall and next to our piano. Maybe you could do a video on disguising technology in the home? Like cables, Pcs and Tvs?
Awesome idea Vienna, it’s relatable and definitely what most people live with! Btw, give him a dedicated space for his TV that isn’t in the living room?
Julie Khuu thank you for answering! We unfortunately do not have space anywhere else. We only have two rooms and I recently even had to kick out our dining area because of space problems:/ i also don’t mind a tv in general, only that his dream tv is soooo big and will probably eat up the whole room visually...
What resources can I use to get the most reasonable contractors, I went through the laundry list contractors , very disappointing!
Always first hand referrals. Still true for me 11+ years owning my design business 👍🏻
No kitchen cabinetry, mismatched doors and counter tops for christmas at my parents home remodel 2002 the contractor overbooked himself and juggled soo many clients got short end of stick
Aiya 🤦🏼♀️ that’s common, but it’s a good rule of thumb to meet weekly and get on their case with the schedule and sourcing
@@JulieKhuu my takeaway was never do a serious remodel after aug- sept only plumbing and electrical emergencies . Emergencies!!
Oh I have a story... I did everything right... it was supposed to be a gift for my moms 60th bday.. I ended up getting two drunk painters. They realized very quickly that I wasnt happy and they walked out of the job. I ended up painting the whole place myself and later asked another co.. the owner came and painted the rest for free.
Omg that’s a crazy liability 😆
That happened with us as well but with roofers. They were a group of Polish guys, some young, some older. A couple were so smashed they didn't show up the next day.
July you are looking good coaprativ with klinds
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I wish you lived in my city. I need to renovate my entire house.
I am offering virtual consultations during Covid if you need Design assistance May. You may contact me at the email in description box for business inquiries ☺️
How do I become an interior designer? Are they’re classes??
There are a variety of ways and paths Haze. I am formally educated, licensed, and trained. But having years of experience under your belt, clients who value your skill, and a growing portfolio can be done no matter how you get there. Definitely look into local classes if you’re serious about the pursuit
What order do you remodel?
Check out the Dream Space series for my step by step guide on the design + remodeling process Sasha
Hi Julie, unfortunately I did not see this video before I hire my Interior Designer. I am looking for a “Wow” factor to my original idea but sadly she is just following my idea and I feel something is lacking here. Instead of an ID, I seems to hire a project manager to oversee the work to be done. So it’s disappointing
You can always take the lead Mo! 👍🏻
@@JulieKhuu , thanks Julie. I would love too. Hahaha but I am no expert in this, reason why I hire a ID. 😅
I really like your design a lot 👍
My sister hired a contractor for her master bathroom with 5 star google reviews. They were nice and furnished a license number upfront. Her first mistake the contract didnt include any of the items you mention only the pay schedule which required 70% to begin. All in all she lost over 18k and only got demolition and 8 months of headaches. The online reviews were fake, the license belonged to someone multiple counties away and we later found out they had multiple lawsuits open. Tip Do your homework. Verify licenses belong to your named contractor. Include dates, timeline and cost of materials vs labor. Plus search public legal records.
Omg that’s terrible!!! But I’m not surprised sadly. I’ve worked with a contractor (client hired them) who was using a fake license as well. Definitely do as much homework as you can to offset the stress.
I checked website, reviews , and they even have an IG Page.
Designer, project manager, contractor....... With a $50K budget, doesn't leave much money for my house. Is the video only for the $200K and above renovation budget?
Not at all Angie, these tips apply for subcontractors too if you’re dealing with individual phases of your projects. Often times, hiring the right professional can help your budget when they find clever ways to save you money. The pros really pay for themselves in my experience
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Why is the contractor charging SOOO much but then requires me to purchase materials even like paint and baseboards…etc? I understand the cosmetic materials… such as the bath or the sinks.. or lights… but why the other stuff? He’s asking 195k basically for labor alone?
Finish materials can be included in the project scope of work, you just have to add that in to the contract. Contractor will mark up all materials to purchase, so sometimes it’s cheaper if you purchase yourself to avoid the markup
@@JulieKhuu Julie they are asking 195 k for 3 bathrooms, kitchen, master bath ( make a wall with a door) and flooring for 2700 sq ft MINUS materials. Isn't this a lot of money????
Ive been burned so many times!!!🤦🏽♀️
We’ve all been there! Best to know how to deal with them moving forward 🙌🏻
@@JulieKhuu absolutely 😊
My problem wasn’t the contractor - the problem was my husband siding with the contractor when he did the wrong thing 😳😬
Hahaha Oman someone’s in trouble! 😆
And don't sleep with the contractor!!! He'll put your project way in the back of all his other jobs🤭. I have the best contractor in my city. But he has taken 5 years to finish MY home renovation 😭 I can't stop sleeping with that man because he's my husband 😒 I did recently get a beautiful new master bath for our 15 year anniversary. I cry every time we actually finish a project.
😂🤣 Professionals always take care of the paying clients first! Aw I feel you Cisma!