What a night it was for our talented Dover team last Friday at the NARI Evening of Excellence featuring the 2017 Contractor of the Year (CotY) Awards. And we didn’t go home empty handed! Dover brought home awards in three categories: FIRST PLACE – Interior renovation: $175,000-$250,000 FIRST PLACE – Bathroom remodel: $30,001-$45,000 HONORABLE MENTION…
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The Greater Cleveland area is home to many talented residential remodeling contractors—which is why it’s such a rewarding experience to compete for the NARI Contractor of the Year (CotY) awards. This year, our team at Dover submitted four projects for consideration—all managed by female designers—in the following categories: Bathroom remodel: $30,001-$45,000 Bathroom remodel: $45,001-$60,000 Kitchen…
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Picking up where we left off in our last blog, here are Items #6-10: some pitfalls to avoid when hiring a remodeling contractor: NOT ASKING IF THE CONTRACTOR IS INSURED AND BONDED Confirm that the contractor has liability insurance. This is important on so many levels. If a worker gets injured while on the job…
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So often, homeowners approach Dover after an unpleasant renovation experience with another contractor, asking for our help to complete or redo work in their homes. Unfortunately, there are contractors out there that make promises, yet don’t follow through. While none of us has a crystal ball that shows the guaranteed outcome of our remodeling project,…
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The unseasonably warm weather brought the crowds out in droves to the 36th annual NARI Home Improvement Show this past weekend—and it’s safe to say that HGTV’s Matt Muenster was a big part of the attraction, too. While he was on stage, every chair was full. Dover sponsored Matt’s guest appearance at the show so…
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If you’re looking for fresh ideas for breathing new life into your home, then head to the 36th annual NARI Home Improvement Show: It’s the ultimate resource for the latest in home products, services and design trends. The Show features local contractors, designers and distributors and offers how-to clinics, and DIY presentations—everything you need to master…
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It’s hard to believe that 2016 is winding to a close. Thanks to our wonderful team here at Dover, as well as our valued vendors, trades and customers, we’ve enjoyed another successful year, marking our 32nd in business, while establishing a few new milestones. Here are some highlights: Hellos and Good-byes. Our team grew in…
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The American basement has come a long way. It used to be that basements were damp, musty spaces relegated to seasonal storage. But times have changed. Today’s basements hold a wealth of potential that, when tapped, provides livable square footage for everything from home theaters and fitness centers to sports bars. Our team at Dover…
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All the best for a healthy and bountiful Thanksgiving holiday.
This week I’m turning my blog over to Shelley Bujdos, one Dover’s accomplished, and acclaimed, designers. Based on her firsthand experience with homeowners, Shelley is recapping the leading home design and remodeling trends from 2016. It’s been another busy year at Dover, with no signs of slowing down any time soon. Because I work hand…
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