Heed the words of Russell Nill, a contractor in Southampton N.Y., who says don't let money be your sole guide when choosing a general contractor for home renovations. "Once I gave an estimate for a ...

Dear Randy: A good general contractor can be worth his weight in gold for both controlling costs and headaches, but the key word is “good.” The contractor should be aware of your budgetary constraints ...

Most states in the U.S. require contractors to have a license to work legally. Here’s how to successfully license your construction company.