If you visit the Harrisonburg Farmers Market regularly or recently had Venture Builders complete a remodeling project for you, then you have met Andrew Shaefer. He owns Wildside Farms of Singers Glen and I can personally attest to his tasty eggs and greens! He also works at Venture Builders.
Just as the Farmers Market encourages purchases of local foods, we at Venture Builders value supporting local business. That's why you will find our list of preferred vendors primarily includes local companies that we know will give us, and our clients, the best service at the best price.
Trisha Blosser Office & Marketing Manager
Meet Andrew Schaefer, Carpenter at Venture Builders
We are proud to recognize Venture Builders employee Andrew Schaefer for his election to the Harrisonburg Farmers' Market Board. In addition to working part-time for Venture Builders, Andrew
is a produce grower and owner of Wildside Farms.
He is a native of the
Shenandoah Valley and the fourth generation to work his family farm in
Singers Glen. Andrew's motto for life is to respect tradition while embracing change. This
is how he manages his farming practices and the perspective he
anticipates bringing to the Board.
So you've finally decided to transform your house into your dream home! Talk to anyone who has done it and they'll remember the strain on
their marriage, living without a stove or water, and dealing with dirt. Determine to get through your project with humor, lots of
communication and great optimism about how beautiful your home will be
once the dust settles!
Here are tips that might help:
Get
it done now. A lot of contractors are underemployed right now, so
they're ready to start your job. Because they're not busy, they
probably can finish up quicker, too. Quick means your home and routine
will get back to normal sooner.
Know
exactly what you want. Before you call a contractor, put your head
together with your spouse's and children's and come up with a plan that
takes everyone's pet projects into account. Frankly discuss items,
spaces and designs that you can't live without. If someone's must-haves
get left out, that person will resent it - causing more stress during
the project.
Be
flexible. Create an A-list and a B-list of products, so if a desired
item isn't available or turns out to be too expensive, you can quickly
make an almost-as-good second choice.
Hire someone with remodeling experience to manage the project. A licensed remodeling company can provide the designer, plumber and electrician, get the necessary permits and keep track of when everyone needs to be at the house - so you don't have to.
Ask
the contractor for a time line that estimates when the kitchen will be
unavailable, the water will be shut off, crews will arrive in the
morning and the job will be completed. Those times won't be precise,
but even estimates will help you plan dinners out and morning showers.
Be
nice. Keep smiling. And keep your sights set on the beautiful results.
Venture Builders Inc. is a family-owned business based in Harrisonburg, VA since 1988. We can help you transform your home into a beautiful living space. We specialize in kitchen and bath, but also work on additions, decks, and new construction.
Valentines Day Gift: Get Started on your Bath or Kitchen! Call today to schedule your free in-office discussion and receive 25% off the design consultation fee. If you are a returning client, be sure to ask about our repeat business discount.
