There are several aspects that should be kept in mind while planning your home renovation. The most worrying point which makes homeowners overwhelmed is that “how the home renovation will be managed?” It doesn’t matter what the size of your home is, even the remodeling of a small house requires a lot of time and effort. This remodeling becomes more difficult when you arrange it while living in the same house and you have to manage all the other stuff such as your official tasks, kid’s routine, cooking, and other household activities. This hectic management of a minimum of eight to twelve weeks is one of the major reasons that homeowners keep delaying their remodeling projects.
The best way to manage your home renovation is to make a proper plan before starting the actual execution. This plan includes all the dos and don’ts, the budget availability, your complete remodeling requirements, and the creative thoughts you want to add while renovating.
Building in harmony (BIH) is one of those construction companies that does not only provide construction and remodeling services but also guide you through your planning phase and makes sure that your renovation project is completed with no trouble and distress. In the article below we are highlighting a few major tips that need to be done before actual execution. These tips will not only make your planning smooth but also, these will give you less anxiety and uneasiness while implementing the actual plan. So, let’s get started.
1. Budget Planning
The very first and most important component of a renovation project is to determine the financial budget. Home renovation is something that can be as expensive and luxurious as you want to make it and it can be as simple and low-cost as your pocket allows. Therefore, it is very important to keep your available funds aside which you can spend on renovation. Another major aspect of setting up a budget is to keep a margin for unforeseen expenses which if not included, can not only cost you a lot in the future but can also give you anxiety and panic attacks throughout the project.
For these reasons, it is very important to make a full fledge budget that includes each and every detail of your renovation plan and discuss it in detail with your contractor before starting the execution. So, that contractor will be aware of all your budget availability and can make your execution peaceful and less stressful.
2. Must Haves
Every homeowner who plans for a home remodeling has a few “must haves” in his mind that he or she wants to make a part of their home. But if these are not enlisted properly then there are higher chances that you will skip a few things. Therefore, after making a whole budget plan the next very important step is to list all the changes, additions, and deletions that you want as a result of your renovation project. This list can include everything from small to big such as renovation material that you want to use, wall colors, furniture designs & colors, and much more. This action will also help you to visualize the space which you are going to get at the end of the remodeling project. Once you are done with your listing then you can discuss your “must haves” with your contractor so that they can assist you regarding quality, material, and fixtures availability in the market as per your budget plan. Also, your contractor can guide you that what is most suitable for you to install, which will not only give a beautiful look but will also give you a good return on your invested amount.
3. Reputable Contractor
A reputable and creditable contractor is no less than an asset for your home renovation project. An experienced contractor should be always able to answer all your questions and ambiguities with clarity and should convert your imaginations and visions into a perfect reality. Therefore, it is very important to choose your contractor wisely. To do so, there are a number of steps that you can follow to check the creditability of your chosen contractor. You can ask multiple questions from your shortlisted contractors to get an idea of their experience and knowledge about the project. Also, you can look on Google, social media sites, or on other search engines for the reviews that their other clients have posted against their executed projects. Another effective way to check the quality of work is to ask your contractor to show you his or her already executed projects where you can get in touch with their old clients. By this, you will not only physically examine their work but also you will be able to ask their other clients a few questions about the quality of their executed work. If any contractor delays or hesitates to fulfill your pre-check requirements, then this is a clear red signal to back out and you should look for other available options.
4. Area Permits
Once you are done with your planning, budgeting, and contractor selection. The very next step is to look out for the necessary local permits which are mandatory to obtain before starting the renovation project. At this level, it again becomes very important to choose a professional and qualified contractor who is well aware of all kinds of necessary permits, so that you can carry out your project stress-free and stay safe from any kind of legal obligations, fines, or penalties in the future.
5. Set Your Timelines
In order to avoid the feeling of doubt or uncertainty, it is important to set your timelines along with your contractor to get an idea of how many days a certain renovation activity will be completed and when you can move forward to the other task. Establishing a timeline can also benefit you while calculating the budgeted labor hours and will allow you to supervise your budget in comparison to your actual execution expenses with more clarity. Not only this, setting up the timelines will allow you to plan out certain events that you want to celebrate once your remodeling project is completed.
There are a few renovation tasks that do not allow homeowners to stay at home while their execution, for example, floor renovation, roof repair, or in some cases wall paint, etc. So, once you will settle your time boundaries for your required renovation activities accordingly then you can clearly plan your time to stay outside of your house at once for all such activities.
6. Clean Up Your Space
It is very important to clean out the area where renovation activity is going to happen. This decluttering will not only allow your contractor and their team to have a spacious area to work with ease so that they can deliver the best possible results, but it will also help you to protect your home items from any kind of damage. You can start decluttering by packing up delicate and fancy decorative items, wall hangings, lights, and any such kind of item available at the execution area and move those packets to some safe place till the end of the execution. Also, it is easy to pack small delicate items and huge space is not required to store them, but the main problem occurs when we start to wrap up the big items like furniture and fixture, etc. The easiest and most common way is to wrap up the furniture or cover it with a piece of some old cloth and keep it where it is already available. Such a covering will save your furniture from dust or any paint particles. But, in case of major renovations such as floor or roof remodeling, we suggest moving such heavy items to the other room where renovation is already done or is pending. Also, avoid bringing in heavy bulks of groceries so that your major space remains un-stocked & empty, and you can easily handle the load of decluttering.
7. Go-Green
Last but not least, as we all know that our planet is going through a lot of environmental changes, increased technology and modern renovation techniques are having a lot of adverse effects on our surroundings. Therefore, we recommend all homeowners to select their contractor which is more into eco-friendly techniques and complete their renovation projects by using energy-efficient ways and green materials available in the market.
Building in harmony (BIH) – Professional Builders provides its clients with detailed instructions and guidance before starting any renovation activity. The main focus of BIH is always on providing high-quality services along with the motto to stay “Green” & “Eco-friendly” throughout their project. We have a team of well-trained and experienced professionals who can guide you from the planning and budgeting stage to the final execution stage. Our team makes it easy for you to go through all stages stress-free and makes your experience a memorable one.
