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Renotive brings homeowners a superior renovation experience, by custom-matching your project to trusted general contractors. We offer a streamlined competitive bidding process and expert guidance — at no cost to you. Define your vision for your home on our platform and we’ll introduce you to a selection of general contractors who have the right skills for your renovation, at your budget, and who are ready to bring your vision to life. All Renotive general contractors have passed our industry-leading vetting process for professional qualifications, work quality, and communication skills.
A Dedicated Renotive Renovation Advisor supports you throughout the entire renovation process, from start to finish. They help you understand what’s possible on your property, provide detailed pricing estimates, match you with vetted general contractors, help you review bids and talk with general contractors, and even help you understand your financing options. They’re your trusted partner for all your renovation questions and are available 24/7.
Yes, Renotive offers a free consultation to onboard you on the platform! In fact, we invite you to use your free consultation session to easily define your project in the platform. During the consultation, we will help you navigate through the platform to learn and define your project. This helps us understand your project needs and connect you with the best match Renovation Advisor to offer tailored advice on how to bring your vision to life. It’s the first step in creating a renovation plan that works for you — completely free of charge.
With Renotive’s platform, you can define your renovation project easily. The platform also allows you to get detailed cost estimates for various renovations, a list of materials to be purchased, and create a project plan to understand overall costs. For homeowners working on renovations with Renotive, the platform offers additional features like direct communication with contractors, viewing scheduled site visits, exploring contractor portfolios, and reviewing bids as they come in. You can also access key documents such as home reports, bid comparisons, and contracts, as well as upload inspirational photos, plans, and other important documents. Plus, you can provide feedback for your Advisor and contractor directly within the platform.
With Renotive, you can tackle any home projects from remodels to new home construction. Popular renovations include kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, basement finishing, attic conversions, and flooring upgrades. You can also handle electrical, plumbing, and HVAC updates, roof repairs, window and door replacements, and lighting installations. Renotive supports outdoor projects too, like landscaping, patio or deck installations, garage conversions, and pool installations. Whether you’re adding an ADU, expanding your home, improving energy efficiency with solar panels or insulation, or simply upgrading your home’s siding or painting, Renotive helps you plan, estimate costs, and connect with the right vendors for your needs.
Renotive currently serves homeowners planning renovations in New York state. If you’re located in one of these regions, we’d be happy to help you with your renovation! However, our guidelines and resources are available to homeowners across the country, providing helpful tools and resources no matter where you live. Let us know if you’re outside these areas, and we’ll update you on future expansions.
Referrals from friends can be hit or miss — they might have worked for their project, but your needs, budget, and vision are likely very different. At Renotive, we’ve done the legwork that no casual recommendation can match. We’ve professionally vetted hundreds of general contractors across a range of project types, ensuring they meet our standards by confirming licenses, permits, and customer references — steps most homeowners aren’t equipped to handle on their own. With Renotive, our system will match you with three general contractors under your Dedicated Advisor’s supervision and tailored to you and your project’s needs. These recommendations will take into account your budget, personality, style preferences, and other important factors. Plus, you’ll get expert guidance from your Advisor and the added protection of reassurance by Renotive, ensuring you’re never left navigating unexpected issues alone.
Renotive is free to use. After creating an account, you can access property-specific insights and cost calculations for a variety of renovation projects within the Renotive platform. You can also take advantage of a free one-hour renovation advisory session to help define your project within the platform. If you choose to manage multiple projects at once or purchase one of our professional consultation packages for expert guidance, these can be purchased directly through our website.
Renotive simplifies renovations. Start by defining your project on our platform. You can work with a Dedicated Renovation Advisor to clarify goals, budget, and timelines. We match you with top-rated contractors based on your needs. With clear contractor profiles and bids, you choose the right fit. Once the project starts, Renotive offers support and protections to handle any issues.
Yes, Renotive supports every step of renovation planning—from defining the scope and design to selecting materials and setting a timeline. Our tools and expert guidance make the process simple and efficient.
To get started, you should either own the property or have a confirmed closing date. You must also have easy access to the property for contractor meetings.
In a bustling market like New York, coordinating multiple trades and permits can be overwhelming. A general contractor for home renovation streamlines the entire process by overseeing all aspects of labor, materials, and scheduling. Moreover, if you’re looking to ensure a high-quality outcome, a general contractor remodel approach provides a single point of contact, reducing miscommunication among subcontractors. Whether you need a remodel general contractor to upgrade a single room or someone specializing in general contractor remodeling for a full property overhaul, Renotive’s vetted network can handle the project smoothly from consultation to final inspection.
No, Renotive is more than a list. We provide you with online tools and expert guidance to be ready for your renovation project and better evaluate contractor’s bids. We match contractors to your specific project based on renovation type, budget, location, and design needs. Your Renovation Advisor guides you from project setup to completion, helping minimize surprises and delays.
Renotive is ideal for home renovations starting at $15,000 that require multiple trades like carpentry, plumbing, or electrical work.
Our estimates include labor, materials, permits, and fees. We base them on: Local bids: Recent project data from your area. Customization: Adjustments for size, scope, and materials. Real-time updates: Pricing reflects current market changes.
Your Advisor helps you plan your renovation, estimate costs, and match with vetted contractors. They assist with bid reviews, coordinate with contractors, and provide ongoing support to ensure your project stays on track.
After defining your project, your Renovation Advisor matches you with three contractors suited to your needs. They help coordinate site visits and assist in reviewing bids to select the best option.
Renotive contractors are fully vetted for licenses, insurance, work quality, and professionalism. We interview past clients and evaluate their performance to ensure reliable matches.
You review contractor portfolios and submit a Request for Quotation. Contractors then schedule site visits and provide detailed quotes. Your Advisor helps you compare bids and finalize your choice.
Yes, Renotive offers: Price Assurance: Accurate scope and pricing to avoid surprises. Milestone Payments: Clear schedules to incentivize timely progress. Change Order Reviews: Expert reviews of any changes. Escalation Support: Help with resolving issues. Workmanship Warranty: Assurance of quality craftsmanship.
We interview contractors and verify their licenses, insurance, and past projects. We also contact their previous clients, check company reviews, and obtain a comprehensive understanding of their business capabilities and capacity to ensure they are matched with suitable projects.
No, Renotive contractors’ services remain competitively priced. Their fees reflect fair pricing for the level of service they provide and do not include additional costs for using our platform.
It’s usually best to combine multiple renovations spaces into one post, as one contractor can often handle everything. However, you can post separately if needed.
Go to your Project Dashboard to close a project or User Settings to delete your account. Contractors can contact their Account Manager for assistance.
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