The Advantages of a Winter Remodel

Summer and spring are the best times to pursue an exterior or interior renovation, but a winter remodel has its benefits as well. Today, we take a closer look at some of these benefits.

Easy Scheduling

Summer and spring are the busiest seasons for contractors, which means there’s no guarantee you can book an appointment. Winter is when demand for contractor services drops, so you are more likely to be able to schedule a contractor if you’re planning a winter remodel.

Faster Processing of Building Permits

Contractors aren’t the only ones to experience a spike in demand for their services in spring and summer; local government and municipality departments also have to process a higher number of building permits during the peak season for renovations. That’s why it may take some time for contractors to obtain permits for a spring or summer remodel. Obtaining a permit for a winter remodel, on the other hand, shouldn’t be a problem.

Better Deals & a Wider Range of Material & Design Options

As the demand for contractor services goes up, so does the demand for construction materials. The demand can push the price of construction materials higher. Not to mention, you may have a harder time finding the materials you want if they’re in high demand. If you want to take advantage of better deals, put off your renovations until fall or winter. To offset the drop in demand, contractors and manufacturers often offer great deals and discounts on their services and products. Plus, you’ll get to choose from a wider range of designs.

Special Considerations for Wintertime Remodels

Of course, a winter remodel isn’t without its disadvantages. Subzero temperatures present certain remodeling challenges, but with the right precautions in place and the help of qualified interior remodeling contractors, it’s not impossible to pursue a winter remodel. Here are some of the solutions to the usual problems encountered during a winter remodel:

Tarps & proper ventilation. Tarps can be used to prevent dust from reaching other parts of your home while ventilation ensures fumes are circulated out of your home.
Winterized materials. Natural materials such as wood expand and contract when exposed to abrupt temperature changes. The issue of thermal shock can be easily fixed by using winterized materials, which don’t expand or contract.

Let’s Start a Conversation!

To get started with a no-obligation consultation from DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Madison, call us at (608) 352-9944 or fill out this form. We offer our quality remodeling services to homeowners in Waunakee and Sun Prairie, as well as the surrounding communities.

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