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Choosing a General Contractor

by Clay Cox Owner/President

find that most people who likely your job will go smoothly. I very often refer contractors to my
I clients with much success. First, I look for their company to have a
want to remodel their homes
dependable track record. I ask around to see if the subcontractors
in Naples find out quickly
that they simply do not have the they rely on are loyal to them. This is extremely important since they
contacts down here that they do, need to be there when the contractor calls them. Every time! How
or did, at home. Then comes the big or small the company is doesn’t matter as much as you might
hard part, what contractor to hire think. I know some small companies that are super-efficient and, as
and where to find them. I can a bonus, do not come with large overhead costs.
offer some sound advice to get Another item you should be aware of is how they bill you.
you started. Are they at-cost plus? This means you see all the invoices and the
Finding a contractor to interview can be as simple as asking contractor will add an agreed upon percentage for his costs and
around. Try asking at your club, in your neighborhood, or your profits. Are they showing you an estimate or the actual “this is what
friends and family. This should give you names so that you can start your project will cost” number? I’d prefer the latter so that I know,
the interview process. To make sure everyone is on the same page so barring the unforeseen, what to budget going forward.
that your “bids” will come in based on identical information, simply At the end of the interview process check with your dog.
make a list of all that you want done. A good contractor will always If your dog likes your choice, chances are good you will too.
find something that doesn’t work or could be done differently than
what you ask for. This is a good sign. You are not looking for a “yes Enjoy your home!
man”. The contractor who says “no”, with a good supporting reason,
Clay Cox
is someone you should put at the top of your list.
Look at their company referrals, reviews, and website. In other clay@kitchensbyclay.com
words, vet them thoroughly. The more thorough you are, the more 7935 Airport Road, Suites 5 and 6, Naples, FL 34109
Phone: 239.431.5474 Fax: 239.431.5472

Saving Your COLOR

by Erick Carter
t the end of the series Pure Blends offers nine shades of
on Hair and pH, hydrating color depositing shampoos, which
A I talked about direct is used to create custom blends for a virtually
dyes. Direct dyes are easy to unlimited number of shades. In short, it helps
use. These dyes can be applied prevent fade and color washout. Not only is
directly from their container Pure Blends sulfate and sodium chloride free,
onto your hair. They are it has a pH of only 5.5. A low pH aids in
designed to be deposit only, have no ammonia, locking in color. Having a product like Pure
and no activator (developer). They only stain Blends customize color shampoo is essential
the outer layer of the hair (cuticle), and therefore cannot give gray in SWFL to help maintain your hair color. Stop by and see me
coverage. at Salon Zenergy (2950 Tamiami Trail North). I’ll be happy to
There are several different forms of direct dyes. The most custom blend a shampoo for your hair color needs.
popular for refreshing faded ends are: shampoo, rinses, and mousse.
I prefer the shampoo, as it’s much easier to use. The brand I carry
for my clients is Pure Blends.

Erick Carter, Salon Zenergy
Erickcre8u@gmail.com
239-777-2380
www.SalonZenergy.com/

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