How to Minimize Change Orders

Sometimes, change orders (modifications made to the project’s original scope) can’t be avoided. However, it’s best to avoid them since they can quickly blow your kitchen remodeling budget.

Common Reasons for Change Orders

Change in design preferences – When choosing tiles for your new bathroom or kitchen, always ask for small samples. Simply looking through pictures of sample tiles and model bathrooms isn’t enough. The problem is it’s hard to make an informed decision about your new bathroom or kitchen design using just a few samples. That’s why it’s not unusual to change design preferences.
Unforeseen circumstances – It’s standard practice for contractors to conduct an inspection before renovating your bathroom or kitchen. However, some issues (like mold behind damp walls) can’t be detected through general inspections. The walls need to be torn down to detect these underlying issues. Despite contractors’ best efforts, you can never rule out the risk of underlying issues that may force you to make change orders.

How to Minimize Change Orders

Establish a vision for your home improvement project. This might seem like a no-brainer, but a long-term vision is a vital component of a remodeling plan. Without a long-term vision for your project, you’ll likely end up disappointed with the result, no matter how it turns out. Having trouble visualizing your new bathroom or kitchen? You can consult a “kitchen contractor near me”. At DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen, our designers will listen carefully to your design preferences and help you craft a long-term vision for your remodeling project.
Avoid getting too preoccupied with costs. While it’s important to stay within your budget, you shouldn’t get too preoccupied with the costs. Focus instead on how you can maximize the return on your investment. To give you an accurate kitchen estimate, our contractors will survey your home. After taking note of structural, plumbing or electrical issues that need to be fixed, your DreamMaker designer will set the next meeting.
Hire a contractor you can easily get along with. Home improvement projects are essentially a collaboration between you and your contractor. That’s why hiring a contractor who can meet your needs—and provide constant communication—is vital to your renovation’s success. To facilitate easy communication between our customers and designers, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen will assign a project manager who will be your dedicated point of contact throughout the renovation process.

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DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of St. Louis Park boasts unmatched professional home remodeling services. To get started on your project or request a kitchen quote, call us at (954) 637-6386 or get in touch with us via our online form. We serve homeowners in Roseville, Vadnais Heights, Whitebear Lakes and the surrounding communities.

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