I flip houses as a side venture. Know lots about construction/renovations and how to get it done. Happy to help my fellow consultants out!

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Thank you! I need to replace my deck. Where do I start?

I am relatively handy but this feels like a project bigger than I can tackle alone (concrete, huge heavy pieces of lumber, the risk of doing it wrong and having it collapse...).

Who do I talk to and where do I find them? Do I need an architect, or will a contractor be able to recommend a design?

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Find an outdoor general contractor. One that does outdoor kitchens, pergolas, concrete, maybe pools (they could point you to a deck guy). They should have someone. I’d also recommend you go with composite rather than lumber. It lasts longer and looks better.

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Kitchens and baths sell homes. Don’t skimp on appliances or plumbing fixtures. Light fixtures matter. Do NOT pick all trendy colors/materials for a home that’s not modern and sleek on the outside. If your home has “character” look to preserve that.

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What types of renovation work have the highest ROI?

Need fridge buying advice:
Just moved into our new townhouse first home. Refrigerator is leaking and really nasty so we want to sell and replace that.

We like the idea of the one with a freezer on the bottom and fridge on top, not interested in any technology.
On the fence about water/ice hook up.
Any good ones out there?
Also what's a good price in south florida?

It's an older townhouse with an older outdoor look.. stainless steel okay?

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