100 Common Contractor Mistakes

Hiring a contractor shouldn't feel like a gamble.

100 Common Contractor Mistakes is a practical homeowner's guide to avoiding costly construction and remodeling problems before they happen.

Written from more than two decades of hands-on construction experience, Roger Hodge walks homeowners through 100 common mistakes that can turn a home improvement project into an expensive headache. From hiring and contracts to estimates, payments, materials, workmanship, scheduling, inspections, and final walkthroughs, this book shows homeowners what to watch for and what questions to ask.

Each mistake is broken down in straightforward language and includes warning signs, real-world consequences, what good contractors do differently, questions homeowners should ask, and practical checklists that can be used before and during a project.

Readers will learn how to recognize red flags, compare contractors and estimates more intelligently, protect their budget, communicate expectations clearly, document their project, and spot potential problems before they become expensive repairs.

Whether you're planning a bathroom remodel, kitchen renovation, deck, addition, basement project, or larger home improvement, 100 Common Contractor Mistakes gives you a contractor's perspective before you sign the contract.

A better project starts with knowing what to look for.