Get Ready For Remodel
By Susan Dian of the Remodel Network
When you have purchased a new home, or when you have lived for several years in a house and discovered things that could work better, the inspiration to make changes is exciting.
How do you prepare for the adventure that you are about to embark on? In addition to your own ideas, there are several professional people who can help you decide how to realize your goals while staying within what you can afford. Whether your plans are extensive enough to require the expertise of an architect is an important element. You may also want to consult a designer. Eventually you will choose contractors who can accomplish your dream.
The key to a successful remodel is communication. Your ability to convey what you want to change and your availability to be a part of a continual process of tearing out and rebuilding will make the difference in a successful project.
It is important to be prepared for the disruption to your existing home. Before the work begins discuss where you would like materials to be stored, where contractors may set up their tools, whether you have a toilet room they can use, and how will clean up be handled. Plan ahead and clear the construction area as much as possible by moving furniture out of the way and covering it to protect it from dust.
Consider the amount of time that a contractor may be required to devote to protecting your property. Any way that you can make your site ready for them to do their work will save the expense of their billable time to prepare your home for construction.
Once the work begins it is almost inevitable that situations will be discovered that had not been planned on. This is the nature of remodel. Having a plan ahead to handle sudden changes will pay off in the long run. When a contractor has a question that cannot be answered efficiently, costly delays may occur. As a courtesy to the contractors it is a good idea to make arrangements for quick communications so they can continue to move forward on the progress of your project.
If you decide that you want to purchase materials or fixtures yourself, it is also helpful to arrange for delivery of those items to your home. It is beneficial to make sure the contractors look at what you have ordered and confirm that they will fit into your scheme.
A home owner’s participation in a remodel is a critical factor in assuring that the work will not be interrupted. When you begin to plan your project ask the people you call on to make your dream come true how they prefer to establish open lines of communication. This will not eliminate surprises, but will set the stage for a flow of information that will keep your project moving and avoid costly delays in spite of the unexpected situations that are inevitable. End
Susan Diane of the Remodel Network at 530-550-8420
By Susan Dian of the Remodel Network
When you have purchased a new home, or when you have lived for several years in a house and discovered things that could work better, the inspiration to make changes is exciting.
How do you prepare for the adventure that you are about to embark on? In addition to your own ideas, there are several professional people who can help you decide how to realize your goals while staying within what you can afford. Whether your plans are extensive enough to require the expertise of an architect is an important element. You may also want to consult a designer. Eventually you will choose contractors who can accomplish your dream.
The key to a successful remodel is communication. Your ability to convey what you want to change and your availability to be a part of a continual process of tearing out and rebuilding will make the difference in a successful project.
It is important to be prepared for the disruption to your existing home. Before the work begins discuss where you would like materials to be stored, where contractors may set up their tools, whether you have a toilet room they can use, and how will clean up be handled. Plan ahead and clear the construction area as much as possible by moving furniture out of the way and covering it to protect it from dust.
Consider the amount of time that a contractor may be required to devote to protecting your property. Any way that you can make your site ready for them to do their work will save the expense of their billable time to prepare your home for construction.
Once the work begins it is almost inevitable that situations will be discovered that had not been planned on. This is the nature of remodel. Having a plan ahead to handle sudden changes will pay off in the long run. When a contractor has a question that cannot be answered efficiently, costly delays may occur. As a courtesy to the contractors it is a good idea to make arrangements for quick communications so they can continue to move forward on the progress of your project.
If you decide that you want to purchase materials or fixtures yourself, it is also helpful to arrange for delivery of those items to your home. It is beneficial to make sure the contractors look at what you have ordered and confirm that they will fit into your scheme.
A home owner’s participation in a remodel is a critical factor in assuring that the work will not be interrupted. When you begin to plan your project ask the people you call on to make your dream come true how they prefer to establish open lines of communication. This will not eliminate surprises, but will set the stage for a flow of information that will keep your project moving and avoid costly delays in spite of the unexpected situations that are inevitable. End
Susan Diane of the Remodel Network at 530-550-8420