We’ve talked to industry insiders and experts, and have put together a list of our top 5 tips for getting started your spring home renovations.
Spring home renovations
Coming out of a cold winter, spring home renovations may seem like a daunting prospect. Yes, you’ve been thinking about it for months, years even. In your mind’s eye, you can see the fixtures, fittings and flooring coming together beautifully. You know you want to get cracking on the task, but you’re not sure where to begin.
1. Prioritise
Create a list of your must haves and don’t compromise. You’ll be happier cutting some things out completely, than ending up with everything being ‘not quite what you had in mind’.
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2. Timing
Think about everything affecting the timing of your home renovation project. If your home needs to be exposed to the weather, then perhaps a late spring start would be best.
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3. Living amongst it
If you are planning on living in any of the areas where work is going on, this is bound to shorten your patience. Be realistic when you think about how renovations can affect your living situation and decide if it’s possible to live amongst it all.
4. Budget
When planning a realistic budget, consider all the elements affected by your spring renovation project. Think about the quality of the finishings that are on your list of must-haves and decide whether you’re going to move out while the tradies are working.
5. You get what you pay for
Use Builderscrack to get an estimate, then post a job and get up to 3 free quotes. Remember that the cheapest quote isn’t always the best. Check tradesperson reviews, read tips on hiring a tradie and what you need to know about the Building Amendment Act.
Planning smartly and using Builderscrack is the recipe for success when it comes to a spring renovation project. Join over 15,900 homeowners nationwide and post a job today to get started finding the perfect tradies!
