So you are thinking about a home remodel because you need to make your house nicer during an outbreak of molds. Or perhaps you’re stuck in home remodel hell and wondering why it’s taking so much longer than planned. So sorry to tell you that home remodels always cost more and take longer than anticipated. But the good news is it doesn’t have to be this way at all. You can start building a home right now for less than half of what you’d pay at a contractor and have the same or better results.
Businessmen think that home remodel takes too long and costs way too much time. Do yourself a favor and skip all that. Start designing and building your home right now and move forward on your business instead of dragging your feet. It really is that easy. In fact, there’s no reason to put off starting your remodel until 2021, as I’ll show you how to do it even sooner than that and save hundreds of dollars and get the same results. This secret is right before your very eyes: you don’t need a business license and you don’t need professional contractors.
Most homeowners think that if they can’t afford a licensed contractor they can’t afford a home renovation, which is a big mistake. You can still go at it on your own. The only difference is that it will take a lot longer. A lot longer than most homeowners realize. Here’s why:
The biggest reason that home remodelers usually hire a contractor is that it means they won’t have to ask questions. They just read through the contract and know that everything is okay. But homeowners who are starting a project themselves usually have to ask questions. They’re not used to it, and they don’t know where to start.
So what do you need to do when you start home remodel planning yourself? The first thing you need to do is learn the general contractor regulations for your state and the local area. You can do this online. The best resource for this information is your local board of builders. You might also check with your state or county office. However, if you find that there are problems, don’t just stop there you need to take action.
Next, you need to determine the time frame that you have to complete your remodel or home improvement project. A good rule of thumb for remodels is that you should start two to three months before your scheduled demolition date. Most people use four months as a general timeline. The reason that I suggest two to three months ahead is that it allows enough time to get permits, pay contractors, organize your belongings, etc. This also gives you enough time to make any changes or fix anything that may come up during the project.
When you hire a home to remodel or home renovation company, ask them about their experience. A general contractor will probably say that they’ve been doing this a long time. However, an experienced contractor will be more likely to say that they’ve been doing this for the past three years. The more experience an experienced contractor has, the better. They will also have more ideas and options available to work with you, which will speed up the process considerably.
The last thing you need to know about hiring a home to remodel or home renovation company is to look for a reputable contractor. Do a quick check around the internet or talk to people you know who have used these services. If you have a friend that recently had a home improvement or remodels job done, ask them for names of companies they used and how satisfied they were with the service they received. With a reputable contractor, you should have a great home renovation or remodel job that will help you to be more efficient and to improve the value of your home.
