Whether you are living in an outdated space, in need of more room or simply want to make a change in your surroundings, spring is a great time to renovate your Vancouver home. Renovating your property helps to turn it into something that is uniquely your own, and it can increase your property value too. If you plan to enter the Vancouver real estate market in the near future, planning a spring renovation will help you to sell your home quickly, attract more buyers and get the most money out of your property.
Renovation Planning: Budget, Time, Vision
Properly executing your home renovation involves careful planning. It is important to focus on exactly what you want to renovate, a specific budget, your preferred timeline and your vision of what the completed project will look like. Whether renovating your kitchen, updating your bathroom, remodeling your living room or creating an outdoor space, become knowledgeable about the assistance different professionals offer in order to hire the right Vancouver construction experts for your particular project. This 2014 renovation planning guide offers some helpful advice and important information for homeowners. It was created by Alair Homes, Vancouver renovation professionals, but it is great reference material for all homeowners regardless of who they choose to work with.
Free Consultations
Once you have reviewed your renovation checklist and narrowed down your list of professionals, take the time to meet with them individually and discuss your needs. All reputable Vancouver general contractors offer a free consultation and detailed estimate in the early stages developing a relationship with their customers. This provides them with an opportunity to get to know you, and it gives you the chance to ask questions, specify your needs, receive advice and find out if your renovation is financially realistic. Take detailed notes during these meetings, and get a written estimate to compare prices apples to apples between different contractors. This will help you to further narrow down your short list and ultimately choose the right professional for your job.
Trusted General Contractors
Ensuring that the renovation of your Vancouver home goes smoothly involves being present and remaining involved throughout the design and construction process. Even if you hire a highly recommended and knowledgeable general contractor, take time to communicate regularly, ask questions, visit the job site and assist with choosing materials and sub-contractors. This allows you to keep track of your budget and timeline, and it removes many of the unwanted surprises that can occur when homeowners leave their renovations in the hands of others. Remaining involved also helps keep the construction professionals who are working on your home accountable, and it provides you with opportunities to make changes early on if the renovation is not living up to your expectations.
When planning your renovation, many questions are certain to arise. The experts at Alair Homes of Vancouver are here to help. We offer free consultations that are friendly, low pressure and informative and detailed estimates with a focus on our honest, transparent way of doing business. Contact our office to learn more.