According to the Home Improvement Research Institute, expenditures for renovations this year will reach as much as $36 billion and rising. That said, it is wise to know some nitty-gritty facts prior to renovation to avoid excessive and unnecessary expenses to occur.
Before indulging yourself into some house renovation, you need to ask these questions:
1. Am I going to do some minor renovation or am I ready for an overall home renovation?
Doing some minor changes at home is fine but there are certain factors you need to keep in mind; say you want to change your kitchen sink, make sure that you already know the type, size, number of holes for the faucet and sprayer etc… You need to consider the long term usage of your sink. Adding holes later on is not only grueling but also expensive on your part.
2. Am I ready for the distractions, noises, commotion etc…?
Remember that renovating your house entails some disruptions, loud noises, commotion and the like. If you are at home most of the time, then you are likely to encounter all these types of distractions. The question is, are you ready? Keep in mind that renovations could take weeks, months or even longer. With that, you must also ensure that the contractor provides you with a schedule especially if you have major renovations done to your house. Ask them as to when the bathroom, the kitchen or any part of the home will begin renovating and when it will be finished. You know how it is to have no bathroom or kitchen to use, right? It’s really a hassle to the whole family. So to avoid getting into such a dilemma, it is best to know the work schedule of your contractor.
Or you can opt to stay for a while with your in-laws. But still it can cause some discomfort to you and your family.
3. How long will I still be staying in my home after the renovation?
If you are planning to transfer after five years, make sure to keep in mind your potential buyers so you will have basis on the kind of renovation to make. But if you’re staying there till you get old, then you can be as artistic and stylish with your design.
4. Is the renovation keeping with the style of your home?
Your renovation should match the theme of the exterior and the interior design of your home. So if you want to have a Victorian style home, then it should reflect the same style inside your house. Anything mismatch is an eyesore, you know that. Even when you dress-up for a party, matching your clothing with your shoes and bags is very important.
5. Is it reasonable to consider some DIY jobs?
DIY or do-it-yourself jobs may sound good in terms of saving some money on renovations, but you need to consider also some important factors like: do you have the time to do it? If you are working full time, can you still do some renovating after work? Who is going to prepare the meals if you will have to be doing carpentry or painting jobs when you get home? Can you finish the job on time? What seems to be an easy task may take a week to finish…are you prepared to give a week doing the renovation?
If you have the answers to all these questions, then you are now ready to start. Knowing what lies ahead during the renovation period will not give you headache and will be much easier to adjust particularly with your day to day activities at home.
Author Bio:
Aaron Wright is the owner of Steelhead Construction LLC, Boise siding contractor, whose passion and commitment is to provide value – exceed industry standards in terms of quality and craftsmanship. His goal is geared towards satisfaction in his work whether in renovation or new construction with expertise in windows, exterior siding and decks.
Before indulging yourself into some house renovation, you need to ask these questions:
1. Am I going to do some minor renovation or am I ready for an overall home renovation?
Doing some minor changes at home is fine but there are certain factors you need to keep in mind; say you want to change your kitchen sink, make sure that you already know the type, size, number of holes for the faucet and sprayer etc… You need to consider the long term usage of your sink. Adding holes later on is not only grueling but also expensive on your part.
2. Am I ready for the distractions, noises, commotion etc…?
Remember that renovating your house entails some disruptions, loud noises, commotion and the like. If you are at home most of the time, then you are likely to encounter all these types of distractions. The question is, are you ready? Keep in mind that renovations could take weeks, months or even longer. With that, you must also ensure that the contractor provides you with a schedule especially if you have major renovations done to your house. Ask them as to when the bathroom, the kitchen or any part of the home will begin renovating and when it will be finished. You know how it is to have no bathroom or kitchen to use, right? It’s really a hassle to the whole family. So to avoid getting into such a dilemma, it is best to know the work schedule of your contractor.
Or you can opt to stay for a while with your in-laws. But still it can cause some discomfort to you and your family.
3. How long will I still be staying in my home after the renovation?
If you are planning to transfer after five years, make sure to keep in mind your potential buyers so you will have basis on the kind of renovation to make. But if you’re staying there till you get old, then you can be as artistic and stylish with your design.
4. Is the renovation keeping with the style of your home?
Your renovation should match the theme of the exterior and the interior design of your home. So if you want to have a Victorian style home, then it should reflect the same style inside your house. Anything mismatch is an eyesore, you know that. Even when you dress-up for a party, matching your clothing with your shoes and bags is very important.
5. Is it reasonable to consider some DIY jobs?
DIY or do-it-yourself jobs may sound good in terms of saving some money on renovations, but you need to consider also some important factors like: do you have the time to do it? If you are working full time, can you still do some renovating after work? Who is going to prepare the meals if you will have to be doing carpentry or painting jobs when you get home? Can you finish the job on time? What seems to be an easy task may take a week to finish…are you prepared to give a week doing the renovation?
If you have the answers to all these questions, then you are now ready to start. Knowing what lies ahead during the renovation period will not give you headache and will be much easier to adjust particularly with your day to day activities at home.
Author Bio:
Aaron Wright is the owner of Steelhead Construction LLC, Boise siding contractor, whose passion and commitment is to provide value – exceed industry standards in terms of quality and craftsmanship. His goal is geared towards satisfaction in his work whether in renovation or new construction with expertise in windows, exterior siding and decks.
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