I want to have some remodeling done on my pre-1978 home. What do I have to do first? FAQ # 21

This is the last in our series on Lead-Safe Renovation Practices FAQs. We hope you found these FAQs informative.

Q. I want to have some remodeling done on my pre-1978 home. What do I have to do first?
A. Give us a call @ 608-846-5963 or e-mail . We will be happy to talk to you about your project and help you through the process from beginning to end.

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What does a general contractor need to know when working with sub‐contractors? FAQ # 20

What does a general contractor need to know when working with sub‐contractors?
A. The person/firm who has the contract with the homeowner to conduct renovation work must be a certified firm and is responsible for all reporting requirements. While it is strongly recommended that all companies involved in a renovation are certified, a general contractor can hire an uncertified lead safe renovator sub‐contractor as long as the following is met:
o The general is responsible for assuring that other companies are properly trained and certified for the tasks they will perform and that work is performed per the work practice standards
o An uncertified sub‐contractor may not be in the work area while paint is being disturbed
o An uncertified sub‐contractor cannot disturb more than 6 sq feet of interior surfaces, 20 sq feet of exterior surfaces or remove or replace windows
o The general contractor must educate the uncertified sub‐contractor on:
The requirement to keep barriers and containment up, intact, and secured
The requirements of entering and exiting the contained work area
o The general contractor that hires a subcontractor is also responsible for lead‐safe renovation violations committed by the sub.

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DEGNAN DESIGN BUILDERS WINS 2010 DANE COUNTY SMALL BUSINESS AWARD

Degnan Design Builders, Inc., a local Remodeler and Builder, was honored to receive a 2010 Dane County Small Business Award at the 28th annual Awards Presentation Breakfast held June 18th at the Sheraton Hotel in Madison, Wisconsin.
“I am who I am”, Abe Degnan, President of Degnan Design Builders, Inc., remarked to the audience when presented with the Award. “That was how my Dad, who began the business 29 years ago operated, and that is how I run the company. Just be yourself!” By being themselves, father and son developed a loyal following of satisfied clients over the years that continues on today.
The Awards Event celebrates small businesses and the contributions they make to our communities and economy. The Award is given to the business including all of the employees— not just the owners. Award judges recognize that the owner(s) have the vision and take the risk, but it is the teamwork of all the employees that makes a successful company.
Degnan Design Builders was chosen for the 2010 Small Business Award because they have proven that they are successful. Their reputation and character say a lot about them as a company and as individual team members. They have the ability and foresight to carry them through the tough times. Company owners and staff also find significant ways to give back to their communities, even in our difficult economic climate. Some of the ways Degnan Design Builders’ owners and staff contribute to their communities are — volunteering at events held by local schools, their church and non-profit organizations; being involved in public service and community organizations; coaching their children’s sports teams; and participation in annual home building projects in partnership with local non-profit organizations.
Degnan Design Builders wants to thank the Award judges for choosing our company as one of this year’s Award recipients, our clients and vendors/subcontractors for remaining true business partners over the years, and our employees who have maintained a passion for the remodeling/building profession and created trust with those who do business with us.