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REMODELING

Sunday, May 20, 2018

Here’s links to a collection of our blog posts about “REMODELING":

What are the problems to look for when buying a homeowner remodeled house?

Does it make sense to buy an older mobile home and remodel it?

Can I leave a gas water heater in place when remodeling a garage into a family room or bedroom?

How can I tell the difference between a renovation project house and a tear-down? 

Do I need a building permit for a backyard shed?

What are the most common problems when a homeowner encloses a porch without a building permit? 

How can I tell the difference between a fixer-upper with potential and a money pit?

How difficult is it to change a window to french doors or a sliding glass door?

Should I buy a fixer-upper?  

• How do I find a good contractor?

• What home improvements require a permit? 

How can I find out if all the home improvements had a building permit? 

What do I need to know about building an addition to a mobile home? 

Why are expired building permits a problem for both the seller and buyer of a home?

• Do I have to bring my whole house up to current building code when I do any remodeling, alterations or additions? 

• What is a "Level 1 Alteration" according to the Florida Building Code (FBC)? 

What is a "Level 2 Alteration" according to the Florida Building Code (FBC)?

• What is a "Level 3 Alteration" according to the Florida Building Code (FBC)? 

Can I remove the interior walls under a roof truss?

What are the common problems when a homeowner converts a garage to conditioned living space, such as a family room? 

• Is it legal to make part of a garage into a bedroom?

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