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Inside Sanibel Island Homes Damaged by Hurricane Ian: Before Muck Out Process

By |2024-03-04T11:53:01-05:00March 4th, 2024|News, Residential Construction|

These photos capture the raw reality of the destruction left behind from Hurricane Ian, offering a glimpse into the chaos and devastation experienced by those affected. Watch as we navigate through the debris and wreckage in people's homes, providing a sobering reminder of the resilience required to rebuild in the wake of a natural disaster.

Marc Arnett’s Feature on Biz Mindz Interviews: Entrepreneurial Insights, Business Challenges, Growth, and More!

By |2024-02-29T15:39:30-05:00February 29th, 2024|News, Residential Construction|

We're thrilled to share our recent podcast feature, in which Marc Arnett, Owner of Sunset Builders & Maintenance, shares invaluable tips for aspiring entrepreneurs and discusses the journey behind our company's success. From overcoming challenges to seizing opportunities, get firsthand insights that will inspire you to you to achieve your goals.

DIY vs. Professional Home Remodeling

By |2024-02-22T14:27:22-05:00February 22nd, 2024|Bathroom Remodeling, Home Repairs & Maintenance, Remodeling, Residential Construction|

Knowing when to tackle a home remodeling project yourself (DIY) and when to call a professional is crucial for the success of your home remodeling project. Some tasks are appropriate for DIY, while others require the services of a professional contractor. Some general factors to consider when making this decision are your skill level for

5 Sanibel Island Home Remodeling Trends to Kickstart 2024

By |2024-01-30T14:47:40-05:00January 30th, 2024|Residential Construction|

If you have been considering remodeling your home, the new year is the perfect time to kickstart your home remodeling project. Here are five recent trends we have seen throughout our remodeling projects on Sanibel Island that could inspire your next home remodel. Black Accents Many clients are looking to add black accents to various

Home For the Holidays? Hire a Property Manager

By |2023-12-08T09:21:15-05:00December 8th, 2023|Residential Construction|

The holiday season is a time for joy, relaxation, and quality time with loved ones. But if you’re a homeowner planning to leave your property behind while you travel, it can also be a time of worry and stress if you don’t hire a property manager to monitor your home. At Sunset Builders & Maintenance,

Rebuilding Your Southwest Florida Home After Hurricane Ian

By |2023-09-29T11:43:45-04:00September 29th, 2023|Remodeling, Residential Construction|

As a southwest Florida general contractor, we understand the need for reliable, efficient, and quality assistance following Hurricane Ian. At Sunset Builders & Maintenance, we pride ourselves on our comprehensive design agreement process, our established craftsmanship, and our project management system. These attributes will ultimately save you both time and money. What differentiates us from

Hiring a Contractor? Make Sure They Are Licensed!

By |2023-08-23T11:22:58-04:00August 23rd, 2023|Bathroom Remodeling, Home Repairs & Maintenance, News, Remodeling, Residential Construction|

Since Hurricane Ian, southwest Florida has seen an influx of unlicensed contractors, particularly from other states who are likely unfamiliar with state laws, local building codes, do not utilize quality sub-contractors and are potentially unlicensed and/or uninsured in the state of Florida. When looking for a contractor, it is important to make sure they are

When do you need a Contractor?

By |2020-05-12T12:56:31-04:00April 20th, 2020|Home Repairs & Maintenance, News, Remodeling, Residential Construction|

When Do You Need a Contractor? This question came up a few days ago in a conversation with a good friend of mine. This person knows what I do for a living and how long I’ve been doing it; so, the question came as a bit of a surprise to me. I thought about the

Hiring a Home Inspector. The Most Common Mistakes We Make: It can happen to the best of us!

By |2023-11-13T11:32:36-05:00March 16th, 2020|Remodeling, Residential Construction|

Last March my mom and dad purchased a new home (new to them anyway) and when it came time to complete the property inspections, and hiring a home inspector, they turned to yours truly, a licensed general contractor, to get them done. One of the requested inspections is a septic tank and leach field inspection.

Hiring an Unlicensed Contractor? What You Don’t Know Can Cost You!

By |2023-11-13T11:33:36-05:00February 13th, 2020|Home Repairs & Maintenance, Remodeling, Residential Construction, Uncategorized|

So you're ready to start that remodeling project and you start looking for a contractor. This is the project you've been thinking about for the past few months. You have interviewed 3 local contractors but feel their estimates are much more than what the project should cost. Your neighbor down the street told you about

Looking for someone to renovate my bathroom; Cheaply! Why a Well-Written Contract is Crucial

By |2019-01-08T12:53:57-05:00October 16th, 2017|Bathroom Remodeling, Remodeling, Residential Construction|

Don’t use This Guy to do work for you... He ripped us off! Does this title look familiar? I see it and many others like it every day on various social media sites. Unfortunately, I see this title just as many times and likely from the people that posted the first time. Foregoing the potentially

Qualified Project Leads in the Construction Industry

By |2017-07-12T11:25:38-04:00July 12th, 2017|Home Repairs & Maintenance, Remodeling, Residential Construction|

Lead Generating Companies The other day I was driving in my truck and I hear an advertisement from a well-known company offering a place for listeners to go and check up on contractors.  Not five seconds after this commercial started to play, my phone rings.  On the other end of the line was a sales

The Marriage

By |2019-10-16T10:19:14-04:00April 24th, 2017|Remodeling, Residential Construction|

The Successful Marriage between Contractor and Customer Any construction project is like a marriage; you have the bride and groom or the contractor and the customer and the ring or the project.  The bride can be the most beautiful woman of your dreams but if the groom doesn’t show up on time to the wedding

How to Select a Contractor – Part II

By |2019-10-16T12:19:44-04:00December 18th, 2016|Bathroom Remodeling, Home Repairs & Maintenance, Plumbing, Remodeling, Residential Construction|

Lets talk about selecting the right contractor for your job. Recently, I was called to meet with a potential client that wanted the following list of things done to her home; a) remove and replace existing decking on back patio and stairs, b) extend existing pool cage to include extending the concrete apron, c)

We’re Licensed! Why it Matters.

By |2019-10-16T10:24:19-04:00December 1st, 2016|Home Repairs & Maintenance, Plumbing, Remodeling, Residential Construction|

Property Damage Insurance Claims... So you recently filed an insurance claim for the water leak under your kitchen cabinets and you want your insurance company to pay up.  One of the first questions they will ask you is, "who installed your kitchen cabinets and faucet"?  Assuming you used a licensed and insured contractor you

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