We need your help!

    Goodmorning to you RMC fans! At a home-show in Vacaville, the RMC team was approached by a man who is currently in a difficult situation looking for help. He gave us the following letter explaining his situation:

   " To:Whom May it Concern
    Re: 250 S. Jackson St. Dixon, Ca 95620

    My name is Melba Navarro and I am from Dixon, Ca. My mothers Socorro has a home in Dixon that has been in the family for over 45 years. A few years ago I made an agreement to my mother that I would help remodel her home to update it for her and my family so I could continue taking care of her. But several problems have arrived since then. First we hired a contractor that we forward some funds before starting the construction. Once he started demolition he requested more funds. Shortly after starting we started to have problems with the city in regarding the permits to the zoning area and the plans due the home located in the old part of town. That’s just the beginning. If anything else could go wrong, it did. The contractor dies and his wife who was in charge of the business refuses to refund the funds. Then she states that she doesn’t have the funds. I have spoken to an attorney he stated that I may have just lost it all because she would just file for bankruptcy.

    I am very embarrassed and ashamed but I am asking for help. If you could help with materials or volunteer the time and/or send me in the direction where I can locate information that could help resolve my problem I would greatly appreciate it. My mother means everything to me. To this day I feel so stupid and I felt like I have failed my mother. All I would like it to complete this project before she passes on because she is getting old and she now has dementia. So once again please help me. Thank You.

Sincerely,

Melba Navarro (707) 330-7207 "

Rate My Contractor is reaching out to construction companies, and homeowners to help aid Melba during these hard times. The situation was completely out of his hands, and it is unfortunate that events like this occur. Thankfully, there are ways we can provide support!  I have two hands, and some extra time, so I am more than willing to put in some work to get his families home back in appropriate condition! It’s a simple act of kindness that can make a huge impact on someones life! :)  If anyone is interested in donating materials, or time please contact me at cbartlett@ratemycontractor.com or call 888-7-RATING. (888-772-8464) for more information.

Thanks! Have a fantastic weekend!!

-Carrington Bartlett

Looking to remodel your home? Don’t make these mistakes!

    I have heard countless times of homeowners who rush into home remodeling projects, and become disappointed or behind schedule with the work. The reasons for disappointment vary, but can often be avoided with a little more pre-planning! So, to save you some time and maybe anguish, we offer you some tips on how to get the best results from a home remodeling contractor.

1) First, avoid the fast and cheap!

    It has been seen over and over again, where homeowners want a project done NOW and for a close to nothing price. We always see these projects not meeting homeowner expectations and that's because fast and cheap turns into cheap quality! You might have to pay a higher price for higher quality, and this might take longer than you want, but the outcome will most likely be to your expectations!

2) Pick trustworthy house guests!

The contractor you pick for your remodel will be like a house guest that will be in and out of your house for what could be months! Pick one that guarantees to cleanup thoroughly everyday. Also, a good home improvement contractor won’t wear out his welcome by staying 6 months when he promised 3. So do a little research before you hire someone to make sure they are reliable and trustworthy. You can use a site like ours, and read other homeowners experiences with contractors. Contractors with the RMC Certified logo on their listing have had background checks so you can be assured they are reliable. Check it out here!!

3) Check credentials!

Not only should you pick trustworthy contractors, you should check their credentials! Did you know that certain certifications and registrations are required for contractors? If you don’t want to take the time to do the research yourself, do it the easy way and let us do the busy work for you. We check with the Contractors State License Board to make sure they have the right credentials.

4) So, how ready are you?

    Take the “Your Readiness Quiz” to help you plan and launch your home improvement project. It only takes a few minutes to answer a few questions, and it might give you insight on how ready you are to take on a remodel project!
If you think you’re ready to remodel, find the contractor that’s right for you on our site by reading other homeowner reviews that are based on price, quality, reliability, communication and professionalism. Then, you can request a free quote from the contractor and get the show on the road!

By reading over these tips you can avoid stress and spending money on a bad remodel job!

If you're a contractor, and want to claim/manage your listing on our site, we are offering a free subscriptions those whom contact us directly! Think of it as our way of saying thanks to being our fans.  Contact us for more information at Info@ratemycontractor.com or (888) 772-8464 and we will be more than happy to set you up!

Have a great weekend everybody!

-Carrington