When Honey Do’s Become Honey Don’ts - featured image

Do you have “the list”? You know, the “honey do” list. This is the list of things that need to be done around your house, but you never seem to get to any of them. You may be able to handle some of the smaller projects – paint touch-up or changing a door knob – but what about the bigger projects that you know will create a mess? Or the projects that you fear, you know, the ones that involve moving plumbing, or wiring, taking down walls, or putting up walls.

Here are some questions to ask yourself before you start any home improvement project. How much time will it take? Do I have the right equipment? How much will it cost? Do I have to turn off the main water supply? Is this a load-bearing wall?

What appears to be a job you can handle can soon turn into a job that is out of control. Hiring a licensed professional contractor to handle your project can be the difference between “honey do” and “honey don’t touch me!” Professional licensed contractors know the building codes. In addition, they have experienced craftsmen to ensure all aspects of the job are correctly completed. At Lakeshore Custom Homes, we pride ourselves on finishing a job on time and on budget.

If you’re looking for a reliable and well-tested contractor in the Grand Traverse, Benzie, or Leelanau county area, give us a try. There is no job too big or too small. But, then, we leave you to spend time with your family and keep “Honey” smiling.

Call me at (231) 642-0724.

Sincerely, Chris Mason

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Quality is More Than Skin Deep! - featured image

(Updated 2/16/2023)

Oh, the many adventures of being a contractor. Time and time again, the good guys are coming behind the bad guys fixing poorly built structures and attending to leaks that all could have been prevented had the previous builder taken an extra five minutes.

My advice as a homeowner is instead of going through the painstaking process of having to get things re-done on your house. Start your new remodeling project by digging deeper into the track record and client history of the builder you’re considering hiring.

Calling on your contractor’s client references is an excellent start. I would also encourage you to have them show you some step-by-step processes of any similar job that they have done. Check these pictures out. Is the job site clean in the photos? If not, that trashed yard is going to be your house next. What kinds of materials are being used? In what ways are they preventing water from entering the home?

I also recommend getting bids from several different builders you have been referred to. Really check out the differences in how they answer these questions and the references they provide.

Flashing done right!

Doing your due diligence can save thousands of dollars in frustration, real structural problems, and even lawsuits. A good contractor will be OK with letting you peer deeply into their past work history and should be OK with calling on some past clients, and of course, they better be licensed and insured.

If you’re looking for a reliable and well-tested contractor in the Grand Traverse, Benzie, or Leelanau county area, give us a try. No job is too big or small; we ensure each client is satisfied along the road to successful relationships and beautiful homes. Call me at (231) 642-0724.

Sincerely, Chris Mason

Please view our portfolio to see examples of some of the finest homes in Northern Michigan.

Are you ready to make your dream home a reality?
Contact us today
to make an appointment to discuss your home-building plans. We’ll be with you every step of the way to guide you to the perfect home.