One Visit
Getting More Than One Thing Done
Most homeowners have more than one item on their list. Maybe the deck needs replacing, a bathroom needs updating and there is a ceiling stain in the hallway. You do not need three different contractors.
Tell John everything you are thinking about when he visits. He can price the work together or separately, and help you decide what to tackle first based on what is urgent and what your budget allows. A leak usually comes before a cosmetic upgrade. A rotting deck board comes before a new patio.
Your Budget
Choosing Materials on a Budget
Being this close to DC, everything costs more, and we know that. John will tell you honestly where a cheaper material will do just as well and where spending more is worth it.
On decks, for example, composite costs more to build but saves you years of sealing and staining, while pressure-treated lumber costs less up front. In a basement, LVP over the slab can make a big difference for a modest cost. In a bathroom, keeping fixtures where they are saves on plumbing. You make the call, with the real trade-offs in front of you.