5 Things I Bet You Didn’t Know About Home Renovation
Home renovation can be an intimidating task to take on, regardless of what you are looking to do. One of the best ways to ease any anxieties you have is to know what to expect before diving into the whole experience. Here are five things I’ll bet you didn’t already know about home renovation.
You May Go Over Budget
Setting a budget is important, but you just might go over that budget before the project is over. This is because you may want certain last-minute additions or problem areas could be discovered during the renovation process.
Plenty of unexpected things can happen and some of your last-minute additions may simply end up costing more than you anticipated.
This is why when setting your budget, it is important to have a safety net, or reserve, just for these cases. Have some extra funds set aside for last minute changes, additions or problem areas.
You May Need a Makeshift Kitchen
Depending on the extent of your home renovation, you just might end up needing a makeshift kitchen for the duration of the process.
Even if your kitchen is not the room being remodeled, the rooms connecting to it or surrounding areas may be blocked off due to construction. This is why it is always a good idea to have a makeshift kitchen in another area of the home, perhaps a bedroom or garage, where food can be prepared, and drinks are easily accessible.
Always Pay Attention to Stairs
It will be challenging to make sure everything gets due focus, especially since everything will seem to be critically important.
Something that you may not expect to top your list, however, is making sure that you pay attention to stairs.
The thing is, stairs will impact the rest of your house, so if this is a part of your renovation, it is of the utmost importance that you pay attention to their structure, aesthetic and placement.
Your Initial Design Can Evolve
Even though you have decided on a specific design for your home renovation, it can safely evolve throughout the process.
This can come in the form of choosing a different color or material for your kitchen and bathroom counter tops, a different wood for your cabinets, different aesthetic or material for your fixtures, and more.
Don’t worry. This is normal and you should always make your change of heart known right away, preferably before the material has been purchased and delivered.
You Need to Check the Roof and Ceiling
Both the roof and the ceiling are just as important as every other part of the house, and their aesthetic and structure is critical to keep in mind.
Things like ceiling plans or broken roof tiles absolutely need to be noted to make sure you budget in any required repairs or plan changes before you start to tackle the renovation.
In Summary
Home renovation is a process and hiring the right home builders will help ensure that you experience as little stress or worry as possible. Remember, whether you are upgrading, expanding, or completely remodeling your home, it’s an adventure in the making. But it is worth the price of admission once your renovation is complete and you find yourself walking into the home of your dreams.
