Just mentioning that you are going to remodel your bathroom will invite all kinds of ideas for remodeling your bathroom. You may get ideas you like and ideas you don’t like, regardless of whether or not the idea giver is qualified. Experts are people with real experience, not just ideas they got from watching renovation shows on television. Although home renovations shows like “This Old House” has helped many people with economical home repairs, it also has made armchair experts of thousands of others.
These are examples of where not to get ideas for remodeling your bathroom.
Anywhere Alcohol Is Involved
Traditionally, it was in taverns or pubs that you found builders and contractors. It was more widely accepted, because contractors would often congregate in bars knowing potential clients could come in. If they weren’t in the tavern, then they weren’t looking to take on any more work at that time. This is definitely not the way to find a respectable contractor any more. However, you will find plenty of ideas for remodeling your bathroom – usually all the wrong ideas. All kinds of things start to make sense after a few drinks, especially things that wouldn’t make sense otherwise.
The “Trust Me” Guys
You should have a hard time trusting anyone who says “trust me”. It is not a comforting statement especially concerning bathroom remodeling. People no longer take “trust me” as a meaningful expression of trust. Now, it raises a red flag. A coworker, friend, or loved one could offer you some remodeling advice, but if they say “trust me”, you have to question their real experience.
Anyone In A Suit
Someone with real experience getting down and dirty in a bathroom remodeling project is probably not going to be wearing a suit. The person may have previously been a contractor, so they could give some useful ideas. One problem, however, could be that their ideas are dated. Be cautious, though. Building codes and other requirements could have changed since their last project. If the person in a suit is an architect, completely ignore all of their ideas for remodeling your bathroom. They have history to keep in mind – not your bathroom.
By: Chet Lystrom
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