Hello Everybody, Chris Town Again, Owner Of Town Construction And Development And Here With Some More Great Tips On How to Budget your Money for a Home Makeover Seattle/Shoreline Home
Most homes need a makeover every now and then. That one probably goes without mentioning. It’s a bit funny: to mention something, and then say… Well, you get the point. Let’s cut to the chase. Since you’re here, reading this text, there’s a chance you might’ve thought about conducting a home renovation sometime soon. We’re not psychic or something; trust us, it’s just good old common sense. Now, what can you expect in the article below? First of all, you’re in for a treat. Wow, how self-confident of us, right? Don’t mind it. Anyway, downstairs, you’ll find some pretty helpful tips on how to budget for a home renovation. Once you’re done reading the text below, we’re sure you’ll have all the right info concerning your planned remodeling. Stay tuned.
Set your priorities straight
Before you even think about the funds you’re going to pour into your renovation budget, you’ll need to see what is there to do. By that, we mean you should set your priorities straight. You don’t have to do everything at once. Is your kitchen screaming for a new look? If so, there’s your first renovation task. Kitchen renovations cost between $4.000 and $60.000 on average. Even though we sense you feel this statistic is not saying anything, it’s good you know what some people pay to remodel some parts of their homes. Also, it turns out kitchens are the most expensive rooms in our houses. The more extensive the job – the bigger the budget you’ll need (what a lovely insight). If some room is in desperate need of renovation, there’s your priority. On the other hand, if you figure out you have the necessary funds to do everything you’ve planned, it’s safe to say you don’t need to prioritize.
Is your kitchen in desperate need of a makeover? You don’t have to do the whole house at once. Set renovation priorities!
Are you trying to raise the value of your home?
You can see this paragraph as the (shorter) younger brother of the one above. If you’re trying to raise the value of your home so you can sell it for a better price, then there’s a couple of things you should pay attention to. For example, new roofing can do the trick for you. Also, new wood flooring is known to boost home prices. This doesn’t have to do so much with your renovation budget, but it can help you determine where you’ll invest your funds.
Remodeling on a budget: is it doable?
Of course, it is. Although, remodeling on a budget probably means having to do everything yourself (without hiring contractors). You need to cut costs as much as you can so that you don’t end up thinking you’re doing it on a budget while spending unnecessary funds along the way. So, how will you do it? First things first: solid organization is crucial. Creating a decent schedule is something you shouldn’t avoid. Figure out how much you have on your hands and start as soon as you can. There is also a simple way to refresh your place without wasting unnecessary funds: decluttering. Organize a good old yard sale; you might even earn some money.
Decluttering is an excellent way to refresh your home. Organize an old-fashioned yard sale, and who knows – you might even earn some money to put in the budget for a home renovation.
Hiring professionals? Get recommendations
If you’ve chosen to hire pros to handle the renovation of your home, and you have a hard time figuring out where to start your search for an ideal contractor – it’s best you ask your friends, neighbors, or relatives if they have someone to recommend. Before contacting any companies, make sure you have a clear picture of whats needs to be done down to the smallest detail. Once you’ve obtained a few recommendations, it’s time to contact professionals. Send them a copy of your project details and ask them to see their latest work. Also, make sure you check out online reviews (avoid the ones that appear paid for). When you’ve narrowed down your selection to at least three contractors, you’ll need to negotiate the price. If something seems too good to be true (for example, two contractors giving you approximately the same price, while the third one suggests a much cheaper option), there’s something fishy going on. We recommend you don’t fall for that kind of a scam.
If you get a bid that sounds too good to be true, there’s something fishy involved. Why would experienced pros underprice their work?
Remember that friend with a knack for renovating? Ask them to share their experiences
It’s always best to get advice from the people you trust. Again, ask your friends or relatives to share their home renovation experiences (if they have some). We all have that one friend that’s pretty used to doing some small-scale home renovations once a month or so. That’s your best bet (aside from reading this article, of course). Having the right kind of support is a must when it comes to serious housework. By asking the folks you trust, you’re bound to feel much more confident.
Expect the unexpected
Let’s say you’ve finished creating your home renovation budget. You might think: alright, that’s it, I’m not paying a cent over this price. Well, you also might wanna reconsider that statement. Some experts suggest that you should expect the unexpected. What does that
mean? It means you add somewhere between 10% and 20% of your budget to the total price. You should be ready for unexpected costs. They rarely choose not to appear.
Famous last words
Hopefully, this article has provided you with the right amount of info, and you’re all set to start creating a budget for a home renovation. We’re sure you’ll have a fun time doing it. Just so you know, that wasn’t supposed to sound ironic. Anyway, by applying some of the things we’ve mentioned to the process of making a home renovation budget, you’re less than one inch away from success.
“Be good to your house and your house will be good to you:
All solutions for home living have some advantages and disadvantages…“There are no perfect solutions out there, only the ones that are perfect and work for you.”
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