The CRATE Way

Book excerpt: How can a homeowner avoid the pain and disruption of a typical home renovation? Contractor, entrepreneur, and author Scott Monday answers this question in The CRATE Way, a thorough, concise, and even humorous dissection of the home renovation process. In The CRATE Way, the author walks homeowners through the entire remodel process, from inspiration through project completion. In this book, homeowners learn how to: Convert their project from idea to action; Decide if and when to conduct their renovation; Navigate the world of building permits and inspections; Expertly design and specify their project; Choose a quality contractor that they'll love before, during, and even after construction; Thrive in the midst of a home under construction; Generate legal documents that will both protect them and ensure remarkable results; and much more! Once homeowners implement these simple, real-world principles, they'll be on their way to the remodel they deserve: a beautiful, functional new space for them and their family to enjoy for decades to come!