In With the New: Mobile Apps That Can Help With Home Improvements
WikiHow
If you’re a big fan of the website Wikipedia and the information that you can get there, then you will simply love this mobile app. It’s like Wikipedia but it gives some pretty detailed instructions on how to do a wide variety of tasks. If you’ve ever needed to change a showerhead or learn how to glue together some pieces of wood, this mobile app will have instructions for you.
Handyman Calculator
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MakeUseOf[/caption]If you’re a big fan of the whole DIY movement, you will know how annoying it can be to come across instructions which carry units of measurements that will require conversions. This app will do the work for you. All you have to do is to input the information that you need and it will run it through the formulas until you get the answer. This app also has fractional and density calculators for those who want a really thorough calculator.
Yes, that app. A lot of weddings, christenings, and even homes are now affected by the information that people find on this app. If you are unfamiliar with it, Pinterest is a sort of idea board where people “pin” photos and articles that they would like to recreate in their own homes or offices. The whole “peg” approach of Pinterest can help give you inspiration about a space that you aren’t utilizing to its optimum capacity.
Photo Measures
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Capterra Blog[/caption]Available for both Android and iOS systems, this is one app that is pretty handy. It’s the sort of app that you will be thankful for when it comes to measuring your space when you’re thinking of buying furniture or adding or subtracting from the space. All you have to do is to take a snap of a space that you’re planning on working on and it’ll tag on notes that you’ll need. It will help you measure the space, and even tell you the present shade of paint or wallpaper that you are currently using.
In the world that we live in today, it is quite important to take advantage of our existing technology. After all, it only makes sense to do so. There are hundreds of mobile apps that can be downloaded for free or for a small fee. Just be sure to check which app is compatible with the OS that your phone or gadget is running before you hit that download button.
Going through our list, which mobile app do you think is something that you could use?
Construction Hire 101: 3 Things You Should Not Be Without
Without further ado, here they are:
A Contract
In order to protect yourself and your investment from any ‘accidents’, it is always best to have a written, signed, and notarized contract between yourself and the construction firm that you are hiring. In your contract, there should be clear parameters on what counts to be a breach of that contract.
That way, you’ll be sure that you’ll have any safeguards from any unforeseen events. You can also use the contract as the jump off point for any future negotiations with that particular firm.
A Clear Goal
When you hire a construction firm, it would make no sense to have no plan. Unless the firm you contact has an architectural firm to give you an idea of what to build, it is generally better to have a clear plan of your own.
That way, you won’t get side tracked by any “improvements” that they may suggest you add to your existing project. A clear goal helps to keep your budget whole as well. After all, if you stick to the plan, your budget shouldn’t suffer in the least.
An Established Budget
Never ever lie about your budget. The contracting firm you talk to can actually help you achieve your plans at a negotiated price provided that you were completely honest with them at the beginning. If you renege on the plan and have them build something that you can’t afford, that’s cause for them to take you to court.
Always remember that when it comes to construction and construction firms, it is always important to play it smart. Make sure that you have a contract, a clear goal, and an established budget when you’re thinking of building something.
In your own experience regarding hiring construction firms, what particular thing do you think people should not be without?