Organizing for a home renovation involves numerous challenging tasks. You need to create a plan to guide you before the renovation of your house commences. Without a proper plan, you are likely to skip some steps that may impact the outcome. This guide provides some valuable tips that will help you get organized before starting your home renovation.
Secure Your Site and Valuables
It is advisable to secure the construction site before work begins. For instance, if there are rooms you do not want workers to enter, make sure they are locked. Install barrier gates to keep unauthorized people away from the construction site. If you will be away from the property, provide your project manager with a key or add a lock box at your door so they have a way to enter and lock up your house. Additionally, although you need to hire a trustworthy construction company for your renovation project, it is advisable to keep your valuables in a safe place. For instance, you should keep your rings and other expensive jewelry in an off-site box.
Review Your Routines
The home remodeling process will interrupt your regular routines. Plan ahead and adjust your schedule to accommodate things that are likely to arise. For instance, if your bathroom is being renovated and you usually take a shower at midday, you should do it in the morning before the construction activities commence. This will give the workers an opportunity to work without interruptions.
Obtain Permits
Apply for construction permits before renovating your home. This is a requirement in most municipalities. Failing to take this step can cause delays in your project or fines. In most cases, your general contractor will handle this task, but check in with him to ensure it’s taken care of.
Gather Everyday Essentials in One Room
Since some of your spaces may be inaccessible for awhile, it’s a good idea to set up one space to keep things that you use every day. For instance, you may want to temporarily relocate your laptop, chargers, phones, and keys. Plan to keep them in a secure room that you can easily access.
Consider a Temporary Relocation
If you are completing a large scale home renovation or have children and pets that may get in the way of workers, it might be a good idea to move offsite while work is underway. Perhaps check the family into a hotel room, or see if you can bunk up with a friend until the renovation is complete. This often helps you to make renovating less stressful, and it can help the job to move faster too when your project manager isn’t having to work around your schedule and routine.
Renovating your home is an exciting process, but it’s important to plan ahead to help it run smoothly. Get your ducks in a row before you begin, and have a conversation with your project manager to ensure everyone is on the same page. Alair Homes Victoria is always here to answer questions and guide you along the way. Contact us if we can help.