Who does what for homes? What's the difference between a remodeler and a home- improvement contractor? A remodeler is a home-improvement contractor because he or she improves homes. But home-improvement contractors are not remodelers because they generally specialize and offer only a narrow range of trades such as roofing or gutters and siding. Remodelers do project planning and supervision. Home-improvement contractors provide a specific home service. Now you know. For more tips, visit our Web site at Onthehouse.com.