The pros are offering their best advice to help take some of the stress out of home renovations.
Key Takeaways
If ahome remodelis on your horizon, you’re probably filled with excitement.
All that’s required is mental fortitude and these expert tips from some of our favorite contractors.
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We spoke to three experts about the best ways to prepare for your project for an enjoyable experience.
Can’t decide between several finishes or fixtures?
Working with an interior designer that helps with picking the details is extremely beneficial."
Credit:Photo: Ebony Ellis; Construction: Canter Construction
Other than the bathroom, the kitchen is one of the most used rooms in the house.
But, that doesn’t mean you might’t enjoyanyhome-cooked meals.
DiBlieux recommends creating a makeshift kitchen in another room.
Credit:Photo: Marcela Rowe Photography; Construction: Canter Construction
You also will need to relocate your fridge with the help of an extension cord."
“Cooking is going to get funky in a kitchen remodel.
Or, a clean and tidy house.
“Be prepared for there to be a mess throughout the project.
“This phase is going to be a mess, dust, all of those things will be there.
Going into it with the right expectations is important.”
Luckily, Canter has a solid tip for getting away from all the racket.
He recommends planning a vacation around the start of your project.
“At the start of the project, theres no need for homeowners to be there for the demo.
Go get a beach house, take the kids for a month, and enjoy a staycation.
You’ll be reducing a week of stress in your time.”
For carpet, they’ll lay down a plastic roll-out covering, or rosin paper for hardwood floors.
“It depends on how intensive your remodel is.
Stay Out Of The Construction Site
Have children or pets in your home?
You’re probably wondering how safe your house will be during construction.
Smith says that as long as you’ve hired the right contractor, the house is generally safe.
“Most of the time, its safe to live at your home during a remodel.
The few times it wouldnt be safe is if asbestos is found.
If your contractor suspects asbestos, they will do a test prior to demoing materials.”
“We have conversations with homeowners to get approval with leaving tools.
Choose A Trustworthy Contractor
Living at home during a remodel is not for the week.
One way to reduce the stress is by choosing a trustworthy contractor from the start.
“Going to job sites and observing current or finished projects is also a great idea.”
“When I leave a job site, we’re friends now,” DiBlieux jokes.
