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Craig Durosko

Craig Durosko is the founder of Sun Design, a design/build firm located in McLean and Burke, Va. He can be reached at [email protected].

Are Free Estimates in Your Best Interests?

Are Free Estimates in Your Best Interests?

One challenging aspect of the remodeling industry is the low barrier to entry. Most remodelers start with a circular saw and, in most areas, they must pass a test of how well...
Oct. 1, 2014
Craig Durosko, GMR, CR, CGP

Part IV: 25 Ways You Can Lose Money in Remodeling

Here are eight more learned lessons to wrap up this four-part article on ways you can lose money in remodeling. 18. Kitchen Laying out the cabinets before installation will allow...
Aug. 12, 2014
Craig Durosko, GMR, CR, CGP

Part III: 25 Ways You Can Lose Money in Remodeling

As I transition through the phases of a remodeling project in this four-part article, there are a few things that rise to the top: not doing due diligence, missed details, and...
Aug. 11, 2014
Craig Durosko, GMR, CR, CGP

Part II: 25 Ways You Can Lose Money in Remodeling

Remodeling has some unique challenges compared to new construction. For example, blending the old and new structure including the design, construction, and any defects of the ...
Aug. 11, 2014
Craig Durosko, GMR, CR, CGP

Part I: 25 Ways You Can Lose Money in Remodeling

As Linda Case once said, “You will never win as a low-price competitor in this business; you will always find someone less educated in knowing the cost of running a remodeling...
Aug. 7, 2014
Craig Durosko, GMR, CR, CGP

What Makes a Business the “Best Place to Work”?

What makes a great place to work? The answer is different for each individual. However, you can set up a company where employees thrive, deliver an excellent experience for clients...
Aug. 7, 2014
Craig Durosko, GMR, CR, CGP

What is Head Trash?

We all go about our day, unconsciously avoiding things that are unpleasant to us. Sometimes those things we are avoiding might be what would make us wealthier, healthier, and...
Aug. 6, 2014
Craig Durosko, GMR, CR, CGP

Replacing Yourself in Sales

One of the most challenging transitions for a business owner is removing himself or herself from the selling process. There are several reasons one might want to do so: 1. ...
Aug. 5, 2014