I (Ed, owner of Basic Needs Construction and Painting Company) also try to be respectful of your time and budget. That starts with good communication before a project even begins.

I've found it useful to know the skills and details of painting and carpentry as they often overlap each other. This also simplifies the process for you if you can call one person to do both.

My approach to your remodeling projects center around finding out what your goals are once the project is complete. I typically ask a lot of questions so I can understand what you have done for homework on your project. It's good to discuss options to make sure you have fully identified all the steps it will take to get from A to Z. During the course of these discussions my goal will be to help you choose the most appropriate products for the best price to insure you'll be happy with both the final look and the cost.

Painting projects can be as simple as painting a room or the whole house-inside and out. Many paint and building suppliers have gone to low odor, low v.o.c. (volatile organic compounds) products helping to provide user friendly materials, that are healthier for our families and our planet. These are especially helpful for the elderly or others who have developed sensitivities to chemicals. Whenever I can I prefer using these products and make that easier for you by passing them along at cost.