Whether you’ve dreamed of soaring cathedral ceilings, intricate crown molding, and a kitchen that doesn’t look like it came from the 50s, or you want a fresh, modern look that extends from your front door all the way to your master suite, home renovations give you a blank slate to put your personal stamp on.
It doesn't matter if you're working on a remodel, renovating, or building new, one of the best and most important things you can do is to plan beforehand. Planning your project and knowing what you're dealing with will save time, money, and stress at the end of the day.
Budget
Always ask for quotes from the contractors you’re considering. The prices may vary for each contractor but this will ultimately help you decide which one is the best for your budget for the services and experience they have to work on your home.
Always ask for an estimate and do not guess-timate! More importantly, do this in writing. Don’t just rely on a verbal or text agreement. This protects you and your contractors and will definitely make your project a more pleasant experience. You wouldn’t want to be awkward and cause even further miscommunication, right?
Crew
Always bring in people that will not only help with the manual labor or provide skills you don’t have but people who will make your decision-making process much easier!
If you found a general contractor who can help you with design, construction, and everything else in between then that’s good. But if you have a particular taste, you can also bring in different people for different jobs. At the end of the day, they should be able to ease your worries.
Supplies
If you know the best place to get that fixture and tiles in the finish color you want, go for it. It’s even better if you get a contractor who can provide the best ones for you. There’s nothing better than limiting the places you get your supplies from if they’re just within an arm’s reach.
Another helpful tip is to invest more in items that you, your family, and even your guests can see every time they come in. You wouldn’t want to come home and wish you’d spent more on the roof every time you see it, right?
Home renovation projects can cause a lot of stress and headaches, but that doesn’t mean you have to avoid taking on the work. With proper preparation, contractors, and foresight, almost anyone can embark on a home renovation project and end up with a residence that is loved by all who visit it.
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