19 Home Renovation Mistakes To Avoid
Tara Knight April 4, 2023
Tara Knight April 4, 2023
Home renovations are more popular than ever before, but this isn’t a journey for the faint of heart. To streamline the process and set yourself up for success, avoid these mistakes:
Head to the permitting department at your city or county office and ask them what you’ll need.
Your timeline needs to reflect realistic estimates that you’re hearing from contractors and a little bit of wiggle room.
Like your timeline, your budget needs a little bit of room to stretch.
The adage “you get what you pay for” is as true for home renovation materials as anywhere else.
The small steps you take will be well worth the time in the long run.
If there’s one home renovation mistake that you should try to avoid at all costs, no matter what, this is it.
If you’re renovating a room or an entire house, then you need a game plan for exactly what you’re doing and when.
A home renovation is usually a big, messy project. Some of your rooms might not be usable.
Nothing dates a house quite like a trend. Consider asking your contractor about a modern twist or spin on a classic look.
Each tool was specifically designed to do one job and to do it very well.
Paint comes in so many different finishes and price ranges because it’s meant to be used in different ways.
Even if you aren’t environmentally conscious, there’s a lot of merit in considering “green” building materials.
Almost every house has some odd nooks and crannies that could use a little attention.
Make sure you’re following best practices for safety for any renovations you’re helping with.
Make sure you have a backup plan for what you’ll do if something unexpected happens.
You may be tempted to make an “easy” decision. Resist! This is your home, a huge financial investment.
Sometimes homeowners just don’t know what’s possible in a renovation, but you might be surprised.
A room can start to look and feel overwhelming if you don’t consider balance when you’re making your plans.
Before you take the first step on your renovation journey, make sure that your mind is set in stone.
If you can avoid these mistakes, your renovation will undoubtedly make your house shine. Good luck!
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