Hello World! Welcome Friends! When it comes to planning your home renovation or house extension, the last thing you want to do is to find out you have tackled things in the wrong order and it costs you more money to double back and have to redo tasks. This costs time and money. And while it may be an exciting endeavor to undertake, you must not get too carried away and fail to put the right plans in place.
Ultimately, your renovation’s success will come down to how well you plan and prepare for what lies ahead.
Plan for Home Renovations is something you should be confident about before the renovation works starts, be it a whole-house renovation, a home extension or room remodel.
Have A Clear End Point in Mind
Before you even think about getting quotes and contacting contractors to start your remodel, you want to know exactly what it is that you want your result to be. This is right down to the finishing details. If you are unsure, you run the risk of ending up with completed work you aren’t happy with.
Do your research and know exactly what you want your vision to be. Think decor, fixtures, fittings, lighting, flooring and more. Have a list of your ‘must-haves’ that you aren’t willing to compromise on and plans for items that you are ready to forgo or change should you need to further down the line.
Along with this final plan, have a date you would like it to be finished by. Be realistic and allow extra time for unforeseen circumstances and any hiccups that might arise. Be realistic in your timeframe, and if you are unsure of how long this will take, you can double down once you have confirmed your contractors.
Set a Budget
There is no one price fits all when it comes to home renovations. It all purely depends on the type of work that needs doing, the finish you are going for and any additional work that crops up once work begins.
Set yourself a budget that you need to stick to but have a contingency fund for those little issues that can crop up from time to time. This will allow you to stick to your original vision without compromising anything else during the work being carried out.
You may find that you have to take on some of the work yourself or shop around to get better deals to bring you the finish you are looking for. However, avoid cutting the budget on work such as gas and electric work, plumbing, or fitting new windows.
Another factor to bear in mind is the little hidden costs involved with remodels and renovation work in the home. Factor in expenses such as;
- Dehumidifiers and heater to remove moisture or speed up the drying process
- Additional carpentry work. Rehanging doors, adjusting door frames and other woodwork can add additional costs especially if you are having flooring changed, ceiling heights adjusted or replastering work carried out.
- Utility bills. You may find your utility bills are higher than usual if you are using more gas or electricity during the work. Get the best prices from Tri Gas & Oil to help you keep your bills manageable.
- Rubbish disposal. You may find some contractors factor this into their final costs but double-check before going ahead. The last thing you want is to be left with all the rubbish from work being done and no way of getting rid of it. Always be clear on who exactly is responsible for getting rid of the waste.
- Deep Clean. Having significant work carried out in your house can produce a lot of dirt and dust. It is surprising exactly how dusty things can get when you are changing features and fitting in your home. It may be worth considering hiring a commercial cleaning company to carry out a deep clean
- Touch-ups and replacement homewares. Once you have finished, you may find little chips or marks on the wall and woodwork that need fixing to complete the look along with any flooring that may have been damaged in the process.
The Flow of Work
Having your plans run on time and within budget requires you to make sure you have the right work undertaken at the right point in the process to ensure you aren’t damaging work you have paid to have done only to have to fix it again.
If you are working with a project manager, they will know exactly which contractor needs to be working and when the work will be carried out. However, if you are unsure of what work needs to be done first, ask your contractors for advice as chances are they will have experience in how these things go and what you need to have done in the right order.
Expect the Unexpected
Nothing ever runs smoothly. It is simply the way things go. Ask anyone who has undertaken renovation work on their property, and they will tell you that you need to keep an open mind and have back up plans ready to go at a moment’s notice.
Once work starts, chances are you could experience delays, issues that need rectifying that you were unaware of. Items and parts being out of stock or unavailable when you need them. Staff sickness and holidays can also impact how quickly contractors can complete the job.
Prepare Your Home
Lastly, before you get any work started, you need to protect the rest of your home if applicable, so nothing gets damaged during the process. Be it putting valuable items and furniture into storage or other parts of your home. Laying protective covers on walls and floors or even moving out altogether if you don’t want to live there while the work is being completed.
Off You Go!
After all the preparation work, you are now ready to start the exciting process of getting your dream home off and started!
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