If you are looking to make some home renovations in the future, there is a lot you will need to know. Here is a quick list of some necessary steps to take when renovating your home.
- Make your wish list
- List 10 of your priorities. Study shelter magazines for inspiration, go online to sites like Pinterest, or walk through local design showrooms for some inspiration.
- Determine a budget
- Hire an owner’s representative
- An owner’s representative is someone who oversees the design and build process, and makes sure you understand all the issues when making decisions. You may pay 10-15% in total costs but an owner’s rep is definitely worth the cost.
- Map out a plan
- Hire a licensed professional to draw your project to scale. The more detailed it is, the less likely you’ll run into problems.
- Permits, permits, permits
- These are critical to avoid redoing work. Check your municipality’s latest regulations, since inspection rules change, and vary in different locations.
- Order your equipment
- Once all your materials arrive at the job site and have been inspected, it’s demolition time!
- Work Inside-out
- Start work with the critical work behind walls, below floors, and above ceilings. Have a plumber an electrician come in before finishing up any patch work on walls.
- Paint, floors, and molding
- We suggest priming and painting a first coat before installing the floors. As to not damage any of the new flooring with paint.
- Cabinets and appliances
- Now that walls and floors are in, the room begins to resemble its finished state. Typically, cabinets and appliance are installed next.
- Finishing touches
- Finally it is time to ad those last finishing touches to complete your project. Wallpaper, lighting, decor, here is the fun part!
- Reappraise your home
- Your house probably will be more valuable if it’s a significant renovation, so you might want an appraiser to determine the new value of your home, which can help you decide if your homeowners insurance limits are adequate.
