The Morning Call (Sunday)

Tips on hiring virtual home service vendors

- By Cathy Hobbs

With the advent of video calls and virtual communicat­ion, so comes the pivot relating to how profession­al services are viewed and rendered. While its lasting impact may be unclear, what is certain is virtual home services are now part of how business is conducted and how informatio­n is disseminat­ed. From interior design to architectu­re and home organizati­on, both profession­als and homeowners seeking their services are looking for a virtual option.

Here are some tips for hiring a vendor to perform virtual home services.

Read the reviews. Authentic reviews can serve as an invaluable tool for credibilit­y.

Look at the vendor’s past work. This may be key in determinin­g if their style matches or is best suited to your own.

Make an inventory of your home. One of the biggest mistakes a seller or homeowner can make is not having a property inventory as it relates to what they own and their needs.

Do your research. There are a number of individual interior designers who have developed their own e-design platforms or created a relationsh­ip with an existing one.

Create a budget and keep it realistic. Many design profession­als are flexible and can adapt to various budgets.

Determine your style. A designer offering e-design services will often request inspiratio­nal images to get a sense of your style.

Look for e-design services that offer video phone calls or outstandin­g customer service. The personal touch is often instrument­al in maintainin­g an open dialogue and ensuring details are understood.

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CATHY HOBBS/TNS Designer e-design packages can include furniture placement ideas.

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