5 Tips for Preparing for a Major Home Remodeling Project

Remodeling your home is an ambitious project that allows you to style and equip your living space according to your personal expression and functional needs. Such a plan requires deep commitment in finances, time, and energy. We have compiled some tips and strategies for planning a major remodeling project to ensure everything goes smoothly. Keep reading to learn more!

Have a Vision

Before you start remodeling your home, you must consider exactly what you want to gauge the extent of the renovation. Ask yourself what the goal of this remodeling project is. Are you making better use of space for your family? Or are you improving your home to increase its resale value?

Sketch out your vision while deciding what you want and need for renovation. You should also research your neighborhood to determine which projects would be a good return on investment and which would be less valuable in the long run. Having a detailed list of your desires and what will have the most impact on your life makes it easier to decide how best to allocate your money and move forward in case any surprises come up.

Set a Budget

Setting and sticking to a budget is critical during a large remodeling project. It is best to set aside a contingency fund for unexpected repairs and costs. Also, plan on the indirect costs that might arise during the renovation, like dining out more or staying in a hotel for a few nights. When you work with a reputable contractor, they should have a system for keeping costs and any changes to expenses in line with their estimates.

Find the Right Contractor

Picking the right contractor is critical in a house remodeling project. Find experienced house remodeling professionals, check their websites and services, request references, and review their portfolios of completed projects.

Once you get bids from a few contractors, compare them in detail. Do not consider the price alone; see what timeline the contractor suggests to complete the work, the brands of material they plan to use, and how they will handle unexpected issues. Hiring a reputable contractor who communicates clearly and is willing to cooperate with you and your design team is best. Good communication is critical for settling problems and making effective, timely decisions.

Understand Your Timeline

When planning your renovation’s timeline, consider upcoming holidays and events you would like your home to be ready by. It is best to set your end date and plan backward, being realistic and planning for extra time in case of delays or additional repairs. 

Pack Up and Declutter

Packing your things up and decluttering your renovation zone is an important tip. This protects your possessions from damage and allows your renovation team to do their work more quickly and efficiently without your things in the way. 

Contact Accessible Home Builders Today

Here at Accessible Home Builders, we’re proud to say we’ve been building and remodeling homes since 1994. We’ve serviced Rehoboth Beach, Lewes, Selbyville, Millsboro, Georgetown, Laurel, and more communities within Delaware in that time. We work to guarantee a high level of professionalism, dedication, and the use of quality materials to ensure our customers have the homes they deserve.

To get in touch with us, give us a call at our office at 302-663-0464, send us an email at info@accessiblehomebuilders.com or visit us in person at 28412 DuPont Blvd, #103 Millsboro, DE 19966. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, and YouTube to stay updated on what we’re up to next!