If you’re looking to put money into your home, then you’ll want to do everything you can to maximise the return you get on your investment – both in terms of the price you agree when you come to sell, and the fulfilment that you get from living in the property in the interim.
There are a number of tips that might help homeowners to get the best from any home renovation renovation. Let’s look at five of the best.
Plan Meticulously and Budget Realistically
The more thoroughly you plan your spending, the less likely you are to go beyond your means. Plan the work in detail before the first tradesperson arrives. Make sure that you have the necessary planning permission for your changes. Ideally, your budget should provide a little bit of breathing room, in case things don’t go to plan. If you’ve set aside ten per cent more cash than you need, then you won’t have to go into debt when the builder fails to show up.
Don’t Underestimate the Value of Professional Tradespeople
Some tasks can be safely performed by a sufficiently determined homeowner. You might, for example, elect to do the decorating or to attach your own skirting boards. Others should be delegated to a professional home remodeling contractor for the best results. The right plumbers, electricians, carpenters, plasterers, and builders can help make your home renovation dreams a reality. But you’ll need to ensure that the people you’re hiring fit the bill. Look for recommendations from friends and family, and thoroughly vet anyone you invite to work on your home.
Live Comfortably During the Works: Consider Your Living Arrangements
If you’re living in the property, major changes might represent a considerable inconvenience. You might seek to stay in the property and live around the construction, or you might seek to move out temporarily so that the work can proceed unimpeded. If you have small children or animals in the house, the latter option might be preferable. If you are staying in the property throughout the process, then you’ll want to think about where you’re going to be spending time while you’re at home. When work takes place during summer, things might be easier, as you can spend your evenings out in the garden.
Factor in Future Needs and Potential Value
Homeowners shouldn’t just think about what they need from their home in the here and now. Also important is the future usability of the home, and the costs that it imposes. You might think of a set of roller garage doors, which might not only improve the performance and security of a property, but also its kerb appeal. Other upgrades, like new boilers, loft insulation, and heat pumps might impose a significant short-term cost; however, the savings that they generate can often justify the expense.
Prioritise Quality Over Saving Pennies in the Short Term
When it comes to home renovation, small savings don’t always lead to good value in the long run. The materials you use, and the skills of the tradespeople you bring in, can be a major factor in the quality of results you ultimately enjoy. In some cases, spending on the right tradesperson can help you to avoid a costly repair bill, further down the line. If the pipework starts leaking through the newly-plastered ceiling after a few months, you might regret your choice of plumber!
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