It is always the dream of every home owner to have a customized living space that looks beautiful, stylish and modern. Everyone would love to put their own personal touches to their homes to show their own individuality.

Sometimes, renovations are done to expand the house to fit additional family members. In any case, renovations are always seen as a good sign for home owners as it signifies prosperity and growth. However, there are some mistakes that can be made while renovating your house. Here are some things to consider before diving into a renovation project:

1) Budget before Starting



Always sit down with your contractor and hash out the details of the cost before the project begins and not budget as you go along.

2) Research Good Contractors or Designers



Here is where network and connection is really important. Usually asking around is the best way to find a contractor with a clean and efficient work history, as well as quality workmanship and a bill that won’t cause you to have a heart attack.

3) Choose an Overall Theme



Picking a direction of design and build-up will help you plan the details you need later. You have to decide whether you want a simple or complex design. Also, it will help you pick out fixture designs and make sure that everything matches each other

3) Details are Important



When you have chosen an overall theme, it’s time to decide on the small stuff. These include studying which parts make up larger installations and work it out with the construction staff. You will be surprised as you may learn about sections and components that are new to you.

4) Plan Well



It is most advisable to have the blueprint in a complete form before progressing with the renovation project. Also keep in mind that there is a difference between trends and practicality. This means that you should plan with the future in mind and not incorporate elements that might give your space a ‘dated’ feel in the future.

5) Avoid Cheap Raw Material



This is a common mistake amongst those who want to keep the budget down. While spending prudently is a wise thing to do, don’t make the mistake of compromising health and safety. Also, cheap materials or fixtures tend to spoil easily and you will have to spend more on repairs in the long term.

6) Check on Renovation Progress



Monitor your contractor’s progress, preferably on a daily basis so that any mistakes can be corrected before they happen or at the initial stages

7) Expect a Mess



Whenever renovation takes place, there will be rubbish and dust all over the place. Make sure to keep young children away from the construction area and be prepared to clean up after the workers.

8) Be Mindful of Neighbours



Renovation is an extremely noisy affair and you should take into consideration not to have your contractor work on weekends or evenings as this can disturb others. Instead, plan a rigid schedule from 9am to 6pm on weekdays and make sure the construction workers keep to that schedule. Also, try to keep drilling to a minimum.

All in all, renovations can be a very fun and fulfilling experience. We hope you put your creative juices to work and achieve the aesthetic standard you want and that your home becomes more beautiful!