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Why it pays to hire contractors for home renovations

in between other responsibilities.

HOME IMPROVEMENT Headquarters

A sense of pride comes from a successful do-it-yourself home improvement project. However, quite often inexperience and time constraints lead homeowners to turn to professional contractors to make sure jobs get done correctly and on time.

Allied Market Research reported in 2021 that the home improvement services market is predicted to reach $585.3 billion by 2030. The following are some reasons why renovation-minded homeowners benefit from the services of professionals.

• Tasks can be overwhelming:

A home remodel is a large undertaking with many different steps. Contractors who have been around the block a time or two understand how to organize and manage time to get the job done. Plus, they’re devoting all of their attention and time toward the remodel when on the job. This differs from when a do-it-yourselfer tries to work on a remodel

• Network of suppliers: A good general contractor will have a list of material suppliers he or she routinely uses. Often contractors become preferred sellers, which means they get a lower wholesale rate, and will often pass those savings on to the customer.

• Licensed and bonded protection: Licensed and bonded contractors not only have the skills for the job, they have insurance protection behind them. Therefore, if an injury occurs or the job goes awry, the homeowner will be protected from liability. A license means the contractor will have to uphold licensing standards, which could mean staying current on trade practices and skills.

• Expertise: Experienced contractors have done the work they have been hired to do many times, which means their skills are finetuned. Knowing the correct way to do a job results in fewer errors (and thus fewer repairs), shorter time periods to get the work done, and potentially lower costs overall.

• Frees up time: Homeowners who hire out for remodels can utilize

their time in other ways, such as on the job or spending time with family.

• Reduces stress: Putting the work in capable hands means homeowners do not have to educate themselves about how to do the task, purchase tools, prevent injuries, and/or deal with potentially

negative outcomes. Certainly having extra people in the house can be challenging, but it may not equal the stress caused by tackling a job on one’s own. There are many advantages to hiring contractors to renovate a home instead of taking the DIY route.

Auctions & Sales

Garage Sales

HUGE RUMMAGE/FOOD/ CRAFTS/TOOLS/FABRIC SALE!

519 PROSPECT AVE (M &S OUTDOOR EQUIPMENTS SHOP)

ALBERT LEA, FEBRUARY 17TH-18TH FRIDAY 8AM-5PM, SATURDAY 8AM-3PM

BOOKS 5 FOR $1, POTS/ PANS, BRAND NEW KIDS TOYS, METAL YARD ART, AND QUILTING FABRICS.

BRAND NEW FULL SIZE BOTTLES OF SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER $0.50 EACH, BABY BIBS, PUZZLES, LARGE BOAT DOCKING BUMPERS, ANTIQUE FURNITURE, NEON BEER SIGNS, TOOLS, MUCH MISC. FOR EVERYONE! ALL DAY LONG!!! SELLING OUR FAMOUS PORKY BITES, DEEP FRIED DILL PICKLE SPEARS AND FRENCH FRIES ($6.00 PER SERVING OR $10.00 FOR COMBO) COFFEE, POP, AND WATER!!! 507-383-1270.

Merchandise

Antiques & Collectibles

WANTED:

Paying $13 for every $1 silver coin also want sterling silver, gold rings, dental bracelets, necklaces, currency, wheat pennies, Indian pennies, & all collectibles. Call Ed: 651-788-6532

Antiques & Collectibles

ANTIQUES WANTED! TOYS, RED WING CROCKS, ADVERTISING SIGNS BEER, FOOD, MACHINERY GAS, OIL, ECT. & ADVERTISING TINS, CARPENTER TOOLS, GUNS, WWI WWII VIETNAM PHOTOGRAPHS, MEDALS, HELMETS, KNIVES, SWORDS, CAST IRON FRY PANS, FLOOR GRATES, PUMPS, POCKET WATCHES, JEWELRY, PADLOCKS, WEATHERVANES, CUPALAS, BARN PULLEYS, LICENSE PLATES, CLOCKS, BOTTLES, POTTERY, MAGAZINES, POSTCARDS, MARBLES, CHAUFFEUR BADGES, CATALOGS, BOOKS, ANYTHING PAPER, DECOYS, REELS, RADIOS, STERLING SILVER, COINS, TOKENS, OLD PHOTOGRAPHS, WOOD & PAPER SHELL BOXES, WOOD BOXES,SCALES, LANTERNS, LAMPS, CLOTHING, ANYTHING MADE BEFORE 1960 COUNTRYSIDE ANTIQUES 507-402-0880.

Rentals

Apartments

ALBERT LEA RENTALS

Rent based on income!

Studio & 1 bedroom

apartments for 62+. All utilities included!

Community room with activities, on-site staff, laundry & off street parking. 507-373-5391 or 507-451-8524

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TDD:507-451-0704

Equal Housing Opportunity

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Machinery & Tools

POWER WASHERS in Stock 507-448-3302

TRADING POST Gordonsville

STIHL Products in Stock

We’re your Stihl Dealer. 507-448-3302

TRADING POST Gordonsville

Want to Buy Merchandise

Spacious 1 bedroom 10 miles north of Albert Lea (in Hartland). $405-$435/mo, all utilities included except electric. Background checks required. No smoking! No pets!

Call or text 507-456-9514

Duplexes for Rent

NEAR HOSPITAL 1 BR LOWER DUPLEX. $500/MTH, $500 DEPOSIT. NO SMOKING, NO PETS. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED EXCEPT ELECTRICITY. 507-373-4036. .

Houses For Rent

2 Bedroom House in Emmons Garage. No pets. No smokers. $600 per month Plus deposit. 507-297-5921

Office & Commercial Rental

Services

Appliance Service

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Rooms For Rent

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Transportation

Automobiles

For Sale in Albert Lea 2013 Mercedes C250 Sport 160,900 miles New battery, New tires, Good condition. Asking price $9,900 (507)369-5161

Boats & Watercraft

Winter Steal of a Deal! 1986 Sea Ray

All new $6000 engine in 2018 Warranteed. Only 20 hours of use on new engine. Asking only $8,000 Also boat lift with new, blue canopy-$1,500 Call (507)373-9188

Want To Buy Transportation

Buying Junk Vehicles! Paying cash. Top $$ prices. Will pick up 7 days/week. 641-590-7068

ON THE SPOT APPLIANCE SERVICE

Will Repair most Household Appliances & Commercial Cooking Products. 30+ Years

Experience, Reasonable Rates. Call Orrin Mortensen at 507-214-8099 ANYTIME

Handyman Services

E.L.K. CONSTRUCTION

HANDYMAN SERVICES: Update or replace windows, egress windows & doors. Home repair, remodeling & construction, decks, garages, siding, roof repair, drywall & texturing, concrete. Call Ernie at 438-4307. 24 years experience, bonded.

License #BC 710064

Put your ad here call 205.280.5667

Junk Removal

Junk Removal - Old appliances, furniture, electronics, yard waste as well as any kind of Junk from Anywhere! Basements, attics, garages. Free Estimates. Senior Discounts. BEST PRICES Call anytime: 507-219-0727

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Tree Service

Linder Tree Service Tree Trimming, cutting, and removal! Boom truck and insured. Call or Text Josh Linder 507-995-7081