Guide to Managing A Renovation

The Homeowner’s Guide to Managing A Renovation, Tough-As-Nails Tactics for Getting the Most from Your Money by Susan E. Solakian

Who: “Solakian has spent much of her career in construction project management. She teaches informational/marketing seminars for designers and craftsmen, as well as a Complete Remodeling Master Class for homeowners.”

What: A comprehensive guidebook on how to manage your own home remodeling projects, with step by step advice on how to find a contractor, useful glossary, helpful charts (like how long things last – wow, high grade ceramic tile kitchen counters can last a lifetime vrs your granite that will last for 20 + years), with plenty of before and after photos.

When: Perfect for the initiated and research stage

Why: Geared somewhat towards the female home owner (statistically more women are the driving force behind home improvement) with fun segments like how to throw an design/idea party.