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Here's how to find the right contractor

By Charity Nebbe,
Caitlin Troutman
Published May 9, 2023 at 7:00 AM CDT
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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

For many people, buying a home is the biggest investment they’ll ever make. So when it’s time to build, renovate or repair your home, it’s important to find a contractor you can depend on.

Home improvement expert Bill McAnally talks about how to ask the right questions when searching for a contractor, and how to deal with problems as they arise. He also answers listener questions.

Guests:

  • Bill McAnally, home improvement expert
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Charity Nebbe
Charity Nebbe is IPR's 'Talk of Iowa' host. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelors degree from Iowa State University.
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Caitlin Troutman
Caitlin Troutman is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from William Jewell College. Since 2022, Troutman has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
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