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Home Modifications

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Originally Posted by gomsiepop (Post 1222989)

...Now I know why I stopped posting on this site...

I think I know why too...EVERYTHING ticks you off.

I found that going to the ARC with my site plan, and a red lined sketch of what the addition was going to be was great.

They helped answer my questions.

Then I hired Blue Water drafting to draw up the plans.

I want to add here that too many home owners make a major mistake of meeting several contractors and obtain bids after discussing want they want with each contractor.

you are NOT comparing apples to apples, in fact you're putting the cart before the horse.

THe better way is go and have a set of plans drawn up, cost $400-$1,000.

now go to ARC your self, if the contractor does the plans & app to ARC he has to add profit, and really doesn't want to do it.

Now take an approved set of plans and get 3-5 bids. :thumbup:

you can't do that if the contractor does that!!!!!

I'm fortunate that I don't hire contractors and deal with all the BS.

I do everything myself, but not everyone can.

So shop smart!

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Originally Posted by jimbo2012 (Post 1223047)

Thank you very much for a very informative and intelligent response.:thumbup:

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Originally Posted by CWGUY (Post 1223024)

:thumbup: You could always stop again. :confused: It is a positive attitude towards life that makes dreams come true??????

That is nasty whoever you are.

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Originally Posted by theorem painter (Post 1219249)

I can't give you a ball park because our project is different but if you do decide to do this call Jim Arvanitis of Demetri Homes (352-427-2787). He just finished our addition and we couldn't be more pleased.

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Originally Posted by gomsiepop;122***9

That is nasty whoever you are.

In all fairness, people are trying to offer constructive suggestions.
When you don't like the replies, you're getting ticked off with them.
If you call Jim Arvantis of Demetri Homes, he will give you some ballpark figures with which to work.
IMHO, he is a good guy, and knowledgeable about The Villages.

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Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 1224356)

I have already met with two contractors and have an appointment with Jim Arvantis in two weeks. Both of the contractors that I spoke with saw my site plan and were able to determine that the project my husband and I have in mind will work. Thank you for your suggestion.