While the overall interior remodeling experience can be both exciting and tiring, you’ll be able to appreciate the project once everything has been completed. To ensure that a major home remodel is done according to your needs and desires, there are several things you should know about the planning phase.
Get a Clear Idea of What You Want
This means having everything picked out before the work gets underway, including tiles and paint as well as the appliances. By having a clear idea of what you want for your design and how you want each room to look, you won’t have a hard time making bigger decisions later on during the renovation process.
Consider the Benefits & Drawbacks
If you’re planning a second-story addition as part of your home remodeling project, you might be wondering whether you should keep your current windows, doors and siding. This really depends on the home’s design, because some windows and doors can be expensive to replicate. You also don’t need to replace all of them if they’re still in good condition.
As for siding, if the exterior of your home is brick, then you may want to use wood siding or fiber cement on your second-story addition. But if most of your home’s siding is in need of repair, then it may be more cost-effective to replace everything at the same time.
Know Who to Hire
Hiring the right contractor for the job will make your whole-home remodel far easier. This means doing research on every prospective company and its reputation in the local area. You also need to check if the business has the proper licenses and certifications, along with testimonials and customer reviews.
You can get referrals from family, friends and neighbors who’ve done a similar project on their homes. However, you need to check for yourself if a recommended company is the right fit for your project.
Ask Your Contractor for Input
Asking a contractor’s opinion may yield interesting ideas and suggestions that you wouldn’t have thought of before. Ask what ideas can work for your project, what’s worth changing and what may be worth dropping.
Let’s Start a Conversation!
When you need professional remodeling contractors for your project, trust DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Reno to get the job done. Call us at (775) 200-9232 or fill out our contact form. We serve residents of Reno, Truckee, Lake Tahoe, Carson City and the neighboring communities.
