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on home renovations. According
to the Joint Center for Housing
Studies at Harvard University, home improvement
project spending continues to
increase. It’s predicted to go from $472 billion
spent in 2022 to $485 billion in 2024.
Those targeting a specifi c home renovation
likely know there is much that
goes into the process from start to fi nish.
Patience is a requisite virtue with any remodel,
as even a thoroughly conceptualized
plan can encounter a few bumps along the
way. Although there is no way to completely
remove renovation-related obstacles,
there are ways to make projects go more
smoothly.
• Establish a clear plan from the beginning.
Now is not the time to be on the fence
about details. A vision for the renovation is
essential, and should include details about
layout, materials, colors, and design.
• Manage your expectations. Again, this
speaks to a need for patience with a project
but also involves fl exibility. Being too
rigid when choosing materials can require
waiting for back-ordered supplies to come
in. Wanting contractors to bend to your
schedule can delay the project even further.
Creativity and fl exibility are key.
• Establish a budget. It can be easy to
spend beyond one’s means, especially when
issues crop up. Black House Real Estate
stresses the importance of creating a budget
before starting a renovation, which may
involve working with a local professional
to help. Houzz advises preparing for worstcase
scenarios by adding anywhere from 1
percent to 20 percent to the budget. Commit
to sticking to the budget no matter what
comes down the pike.
• Assemble a good
team. Thoroughly
research all contractors
who will be involved
with the renovation.
These include designers,
architects, builders,
and more. Be sure they
come highly recommended
and research
online reviews. A good
team removes some stress from the project
because you’ll know the work is in experienced
hands.
• Prepare the space for the remodel. Any
work you can do will help save on labor
costs and make it easier for the team to get
started on the project. Clear out clutter and
personal items. Ask if it would be helpful
for you to handle some demolition, whether
that’s pulling up old tile, removing drywall
or another task.
• Have an escape hatch at the ready.
Home renovations can cause upheaval to
daily life, and that can mean stress on top of
already chaotic schedules. If money and situation
allow, plan a getaway during a particularly
tough stretch of the project so the
noise, mess, and disruptions will not induce
headaches. Consider spending a few nights
at a hotel or a friend or relative’s house to
escape the constant grind of the project.
Home renovation projects add value and functionality to homes.
Such undertakings can go more smoothly with some sound planning.