Unless you are very experienced in the building trade (and even if you are), you just might find that having a contractor handle your remodel is the best choice for you.
Here are some reason why from someone whose been there:
1. Warranty. I wanted the option of being able to call someone if anything went wrong [...]

Hopefully you’ve enjoyed our Remodeling Stories Part One and Two, already as we are going to wrap up this series now with the last family in this series.
This homeowner is a commercial contractor who acted as his own general contractor, doing the work himself and hiring subcontractors to complete different phases of the job.

While the [...]

Trying to decide whether to remodel or move is a big decision. Hearing others’ tales of how they came to make their choice can help. We’ve found three stories of families who decided to stay and remodel. By sharing their experiences we hope you will gain insight into your own remodeling plans.
The [...]