A good rule of thumb is if a project takes a full day or two to complete, hire a handyman or subcontractor; for a more complex project which requires several days or more to get done and involves permits, you probably should hire a general contractor. Let us say you want to remodel a kitchen. The plan most likely calls for the removal of a wall that separates the kitchen and dining room, installation of wall oven and cooktop, flooring upgrades, built-in refrigerator, extensive plumbing works, lighting improvement, and major overhaul of electrical wiring among others. To make sure everything i ..read more

Unless you have hired both a contractor and a sub-contractor at different times in the past, it is, unfortunately, easy to confuse one with the other. You may think the two are the same professions using different names, but the reality is that each comes with specific skill sets. General Contractor A major difference lies in the scope of work covered by the professions. A general contractor oversees an entire project; think of one as a project manager in charge of all construction stages from plan drawings to finishing and everything else in between. Even if a general contractor is not invol ..read more

The market offers a wide variety of roofing designs to choose from. A little bit of research may lead you to consider a new type of material instead of replacing the existing one with the same old thing. In case your roof has to be fire-resistant, here are some of the best options. Fiberglass Shingles As the most economical option, fiberglass-based shingles remain the most popular roofing material in the United States; about 80% of the roofing market is made up of fiberglass shingles. Being affordable is an excellent selling point, and when installed with fire-code-compliant underlayment, the ..read more

Much like every other part of the house, the foundation is not invulnerable to damages. The sooner you recognize the signs of problems and have them repaired, the better it is for your house and wallet. Wall Cracks There shouldn’t be any unexpected structural damage to walls if the house has a strong foundation. Walls are built to last, so every unusual crack in drywall calls for your immediate attention. Same thing applies to the exterior walls, particularly when the cracks run horizontally. Mounting water pressure or unbalanced soil can put excessive strain on the foundation, resulting in h ..read more

Your roof is an often overlooked part of your home. Or underlooked, as it’s always a little out of view. Damage to the roof can cause damage to the rest of the house, and that damage could be ongoing in places you can’t easily inspect. If you’re looking to replace, renovate, upgrade or fix a roof, you need to understand what materials go on it that will keep it safe and stable for many years to come. Here’s a list of 8 roofing materials to think about before you call a contractor. 1.   Asphalt Shingles The most common and recommended type of material. It’s widely available and suits ..read more

If you need some work done at your current home or are thinking about a new construction project, a general contractor in Ventura County can provide the necessary expertise and assistance to get the job done. When you choose Todd Huff Construction Inc., you’re working with a second-generation firm with over 35 years of experience. Our team specializes in commercial, industrial, and custom residential projects. Although we’re committed to providing high-quality results and world-class customer service, contracting scammers have something different in mind. When you know how to avoid the common ..read more