| Delaware General Contractors 
                                                      B.L. 
                                                        Ward & Associates, 
                                                        LLCA 
                                                        full service construction 
                                                        management and development 
                                                        company, which also serves 
                                                        as a general contractor.
 1148 Pulaski Hwy, Suite 
                                                        223, Bear, Delaware 19701
 Basement 
                                                        WaterproofingWet 
                                                        basement solutions
 563 Walther Rd, Newark, 
                                                        Delaware 19702
 DBF 
                                                        General ContractingOne 
                                                        source for all your general 
                                                        contracting needs. No 
                                                        job too big or small.
 719 N Spruce St, Wilmington, 
                                                        Delaware 19805
 DeMaio 
                                                        Contractors Alliance LLCOne 
                                                        Company, One Solution
 817 N. Lincoln St, Wilmington, 
                                                        DE 19805
 Dewson 
                                                        Construction Co.Discover 
                                                        the Dewson Difference
 7 S. Lincoln St, Wilmington, 
                                                        Delaware 19805
 Dimple 
                                                        Construction Inc.Full 
                                                        service general contracting 
                                                        firm providing quality 
                                                        planning, design and construction 
                                                        services. We are licensed, 
                                                        bonded and insured.
 3310 Wrangle Hill Rd, 
                                                        Suite 112, Bear, Delaware 
                                                        19701
 EBS 
                                                        ConstructionWe 
                                                        stand for exceptional 
                                                        construction services. 
                                                        The only corners we cut 
                                                        are mitered.
 403 Mayfield Lane, Townsend, 
                                                        DE 19734
 Endeavor 
                                                        Consulting and ConstructionGeneral 
                                                        Contracting and residential 
                                                        home repair and remodeling
 153 New Granville Rd, 
                                                        Wilmington, Delaware 19808
 First 
                                                        State IncNew 
                                                        World Style with Old World 
                                                        Craftmanship
 289 Airport Rd, New Castle, 
                                                        Delaware 19720
 Foraker 
                                                        Construction123 Rolling Rd, Newark, 
                                                        Delaware 19713
 The 
                                                        Handyman ServiceGive 
                                                        us your "to do list"
 310 Wyoming Ave, Wilmington, 
                                                        DE 19809
 
 Handyworks 
                                                        Inc.
 Delaware 
                                                        new home builders
 2121 Bear Corbitt Rd, 
                                                        Bear, Delaware 19701
 Integrity 
                                                        Remodeling by DesignWe 
                                                        offer a fabulous alternative 
                                                        to moving. You don’t 
                                                        need to uproot and relocate. 
                                                        Integrity By Design can 
                                                        give your home a fresh 
                                                        new look while maintaining 
                                                        all your favorite aspects 
                                                        currently in your home.
 100 Greenhill Avenue, 
                                                        Suite E, Wilmington, DE 
                                                        19805
 J. 
                                                        Rocco Construction, LLCWhether 
                                                        you're adding something 
                                                        new, renovating something 
                                                        old or looking to begin 
                                                        an entirely new project, 
                                                        we are the Delaware construction 
                                                        company for you.
 223 
                                                        Red Tailed Hawk Ln, Middletown, 
                                                        DE 19709
 Matusky 
                                                        ConstructionNew 
                                                        Castle County's best general 
                                                        contractor and home remodeling. 
                                                        Licensed, references available.
 609 Banyan Rd, Newark, 
                                                        Delaware 19713
 Mazzola 
                                                        ConstructionIron Hill, Newark, Delaware 
                                                        19702
 New 
                                                        Castle County Flooring 
                                                        and RemodelingFor 
                                                        all your contracting needs 
                                                        interior or exterior.
 2923 Ogletown Rd, Newark, 
                                                        Delaware 19713
 P. 
                                                        J. Fitzpatrick, Inc.Windows, 
                                                        Siding, Roofing and Doors
 21 Industrial Blvd, New 
                                                        Castle, Delaware 19720
 Sheridan 
                                                        ConstructionHome 
                                                        Improvements & Custom 
                                                        Carpentry
 PO Box 5342, Wilmington, 
                                                        Delaware 19808
 T. 
                                                        S. SaienniGlass 
                                                        Repair, Windows, Doors, 
                                                        Roofing, General Contracting 
                                                        and Home Improvements
 3431 Old Capitol Trail, 
                                                        Wilmington, Delaware 19808
 Tri-State 
                                                        RemodelingDelaware 
                                                        Home Remodeling Contractor
 112 Jestan Blvd, New Castle, 
                                                        DE 19720
 Update 
                                                        Your SpaceCall 
                                                        Update Your Space for 
                                                        professional home repair, 
                                                        remodeling, maintenance 
                                                        and general improvements 
                                                        of the highest quality.
 P.O. Box 7202, Newark, 
                                                        Delaware 19714
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 Kent 
                                                      County  
                                                      1st 
                                                        State Contracting1st 
                                                        State Contracting is a 
                                                        one-stop shop for all 
                                                        your home remodeling needs.
 24 Marsh Creek Lane, Dover, 
                                                        DE 19904
 The 
                                                        Amish Tradesmen LLCGood, 
                                                        Hard, Honest Work at a 
                                                        Fair Price. Pole Buildings, 
                                                        Custom Framing, Masonry
 8071 Greenwood Rd, Greenwood, 
                                                        DE 19950
 Dover 
                                                        HandymanHandyman 
                                                        and home improvements 
                                                        serving Dover and all 
                                                        Delaware.
 1153 Woodstock Court, 
                                                        Dover, DE 19904
 Two 
                                                        Guys Construction14 Iris Ct, Dover, DE 
                                                        19904
 
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                                                    County
  
                                                      Bunting 
                                                        ConstructionRR 1, Box 140, Selbyville, 
                                                        DE 19975
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                                                        Design for Easy Living
 P.O. Box 475, 103 Main 
                                                        St, Ellendale, DE 19941
 The 
                                                        Local GentryOffering 
                                                        customized vinyl window 
                                                        replacements, seamless 
                                                        aluminum gutters, vinyl 
                                                        siding and asphalt shingle 
                                                        roofing.
 914 Whiteleysburg Rd, 
                                                        Harrington, DE 19952
 Parker 
                                                        Enterprises, Ltd.Lifestyle 
                                                        Design Center
 22277 Lewes-Georgetown 
                                                        Hwy, Georgetown, DE 19947
 Paul 
                                                        Arpie Construction 
                                                           
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                                                        Quick TipsDelaware 
                                                        General Contractors
 Rt 12, Box 430, Millsboro, 
                                                        Delaware 19966
 Real 
                                                        Living HomesBuilding 
                                                        homes you can really live 
                                                        in, incorporating the 
                                                        concepts of Universal 
                                                        Design and Green building.
 P.O. Box 475, 103 Main 
                                                        St, Ellendale, DE 19941
   
 Contractors 
                                                      Advice from the Experts  
                                                      Choosing 
                                                        the Right Contractor Remodel 
                                                        to Make Home More User-friendly 
 Choosing 
                                                      the Right Contractor The 
                                                      lowest priced contractor 
                                                      is not always the best way 
                                                      to choose. If you receive 
                                                      3 estimates, and 2 are close 
                                                      and 1 is considerably lower, 
                                                      ask yourself why. Is this 
                                                      person leaving something 
                                                      out? Does he carry the proper 
                                                      insurance? Is he going to 
                                                      do exactly what you want 
                                                      done or is he going to take 
                                                      short cuts with inferior 
                                                      materials or practices? 
                                                      Price is important but, 
                                                      value and quality are what 
                                                      you should be considering. Don't 
                                                      be afraid to ask for references 
                                                      and be sure to call those 
                                                      people. Ask if the contractor 
                                                      showed up when he was supposed 
                                                      to, and how was his ability 
                                                      to overcome any problems 
                                                      that arose. Did he keep 
                                                      the job site clean? A few 
                                                      questions now can save a 
                                                      lot of headaches down the 
                                                      road. About 
                                                      the Author: Paul 
                                                      Arpie of Paul Arpie ConstructionKitchen, bath and home remodeling
 www.paularpie.com 
                                                      - email: info [at] paularpie.com
 
 
 
 Remodel 
                                                      to Make Home More User-friendly! When 
                                                      you are ready to tackle 
                                                      a remodeling project, stop 
                                                      and think about your future 
                                                      and the future of your house. 
                                                      Are you planning to stay 
                                                      in this house for as long 
                                                      as possible? Is this house 
                                                      going to be a primary residence 
                                                      as you get older? If so, 
                                                      the perfect time to make 
                                                      some modifications that 
                                                      will make your house more 
                                                      user-friendly is when you 
                                                      are already planning a remodeling 
                                                      project. Kitchen 
                                                      and Bath remodeling always 
                                                      seems to top the list of 
                                                      major projects. It just 
                                                      so happens that they are 
                                                      also primary targets for 
                                                      modifications which incorporate 
                                                      the concepts of Universal 
                                                      Design. Universal 
                                                      Design means true accessibility. 
                                                      It accommodates all people, 
                                                      including those of different 
                                                      ability, height and age. 
                                                      Incorporating Universal 
                                                      Design features in your 
                                                      home can give you a competitive 
                                                      edge on resale because of 
                                                      the increasing demand for 
                                                      accessible living by today’s 
                                                      homebuyers. So 
                                                      how do you get the updated 
                                                      Kitchen or Bath you want 
                                                      today that will also meet 
                                                      your needs 5 or 10 years 
                                                      from now? With Universal 
                                                      Design features you can 
                                                      get the look you want and 
                                                      the accessibility you may 
                                                      need tomorrow. Let’s 
                                                      look at some specific examples. Bathrooms 
                                                      - The newest look in high 
                                                      end master bathrooms includes 
                                                      a large open shower separate 
                                                      from a soaking or spa bathtub. 
                                                      Universal Design modifications 
                                                      to that concept would simply 
                                                      make the shower barrier 
                                                      free with no threshold and 
                                                      place all controls a little 
                                                      lower. The tub and shower 
                                                      might be placed next to 
                                                      each other with a bench 
                                                      as a transition between 
                                                      them. The walls throughout 
                                                      the bathroom would be reinforced. 
                                                      That will allow you to easily 
                                                      install grab bars anywhere 
                                                      in the room if and when 
                                                      necessary. The floor can 
                                                      still be a stylish ceramic 
                                                      tile, but the surface would 
                                                      be a matte finish for safety. 
                                                      If the budget allows, radiant 
                                                      heating installed in the 
                                                      floor would add comfort. Kitchens 
                                                      today are the center of 
                                                      activity with lots of room 
                                                      for family and friends, 
                                                      casual dining and storage 
                                                      and home office/computer 
                                                      centers. You can find the 
                                                      latest in appliances with 
                                                      Universal Design features. 
                                                      Look for appliances with 
                                                      controls located in the 
                                                      front or on the side. Replace 
                                                      your standard range with 
                                                      a cooktop and wall-mounted 
                                                      oven. Install all appliances 
                                                      at more convenient heights. 
                                                      Elevate the dishwasher about 
                                                      8” off the floor so 
                                                      that you don’t have 
                                                      to bend down to load dishes. 
                                                      Instead of installing the 
                                                      microwave high above the 
                                                      stove, why not place it 
                                                      just below counter level.Make one section of countertop 
                                                      or island table height so 
                                                      that someone can be seated 
                                                      in a chair or a wheelchair 
                                                      while preparing food. Select 
                                                      a sink base with doors that 
                                                      retract or can be removed. 
                                                      Major cabinet manufacturers 
                                                      like Kraft Maid offer cabinets 
                                                      with special features that 
                                                      make them more usable for 
                                                      all of us.
 If 
                                                      you were to walk into a 
                                                      Universal Design home today, 
                                                      your first impression might 
                                                      be that “it doesn’t 
                                                      look any different”. 
                                                      You would be impressed with 
                                                      the design and wonder why 
                                                      all homes weren’t 
                                                      built with the terrific 
                                                      features you would see. 
                                                      So, when you are planning 
                                                      to remodel, take advantage 
                                                      of the latest technology 
                                                      and design knowledge. It’s 
                                                      the perfect time to make 
                                                      your home ready for the 
                                                      future. Some options may 
                                                      cost a little more but the 
                                                      return on your remodeling 
                                                      investment will be even 
                                                      greater than the already 
                                                      high return on such remodeling 
                                                      projects. About 
                                                      the Author: Kathy 
                                                      Sperl-Bell is President 
                                                      of Gotcha Covered, a Full 
                                                      Service Remodeling Company 
                                                      specializing in Universal 
                                                      Design. When you're planning 
                                                      a remodeling project, call 
                                                      Gotcha Covered! We'll help 
                                                      you plan your project to 
                                                      accommodate your needs for 
                                                      both today and tomorrow. 
                                                      Visit our web site at www.GotchaCoveredDe.com, 
                                                      Email info [at] GotchaCoveredDe.com 
                                                      or call 302-424-1890 for 
                                                      more information.
 
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