Q: I am preparing to add a second story to my home and want to make sure that everything is legal by hiring a licensed contractor. I've tried looking in the phone book to find a contractor with a ...

For a variety of reasons, including safety and accountability, most states in the U.S. require contractors to be licensed to work legally. For those starting or growing a construction business, it’s ...

The do's and don'ts of hiring a home improvement contractor. Nov. 10, 2010 — -- Hiring a contractor to repair or renovate your home is one of the more expensive things you'll ever do. Make sure ...