Prepare For Your Upcoming Home Renovation Like a Pro

While there may not be a secret to making your home renovation stress free, there are certainly ways to make it go more smoothly.

Preparing your home for an upcoming renovation can be a daunting task, but if done properly it can be a smooth and successful experience. Here are some helpful tips that Joel & Co. Construction bring you to make sure your home is ready for its big makeover.

Purchase a Key Lockbox

If you’re renovating your home consider investing in a key lockbox. You’ll need to hire a contractor if there are significant projects on your checklist that you can’t do yourself. Remember that contractors start early, so unless you want to drive in morning rush-hour traffic to let workers inside, plan to attach a lockbox or install smart door hardware that allows you to provide entry to guests with a code. It can save you countless hours, gallons of fuel, and painful, early morning wake-up calls.

Clear the Space

Start by decluttering any unnecessary items from the space that may get in the way of the renovation process. This includes furniture, artwork, and any other items that may need to be moved or removed from the area. This will help make sure that the renovation is carried out properly without having to deal with clutter.

Move Valuables

Before any construction begins, move anything of value away from the work area, such as furniture, artwork, and other fragile items. Place them in another room or store them off-site for safekeeping during the renovation.

Cover Floors and Furniture

To protect your floors and furniture from dust, dirt, and other debris, use drop cloths or plastic sheeting. Additionally, if you have exposed wood floors, it’s recommended to cover them with protective floor mats as well.

Anything left in the room being renovated should be covered with plastic. Definitely remove the bedding if you don’t plan to sleep in the space. Then go to the adjacent hallways or areas close to the renovation site and do the same thing. You will be shocked at how far the dust travels. Remove any loose items and store them away. Cover as much as you can with plastic. You will be so thankful later.

Remove Window Treatments

Before any construction begins, take down all curtains and window treatments. This will help to ensure that they are not damaged during the renovation process.

These tips may seem simple and straightforward, but they can go a long way in helping to make sure your home renovation is stress-free.

Prep the Walls

If there are any holes or cracks in the walls, use putty to fill them in before painting or wallpapering them after the renovation is complete.

Take “Before” Pictures

You’re about to fully transform your home, so it’s time to get a picture of how it looks before it changes forever! Taking pictures of the space before your renovation gives you a chance to document and appreciate the work that will be done.

Confirm If You Need Outside Storage

Lots of folks end up shoving furniture into garages, basements, guest rooms, or areas of the home that aren’t being renovated during the project. However, there’s a good chance that you may need to move some things to a storage area if they can’t fit anywhere in your house.

Think about where these items are going to go – a friend or family member? A storage unit? And how they’re going to get there, and when you’ll need to pack everything up in advance to get them there in time.

Talk To Your Home Renovation Contractor

It’s best to be too cautious than not cautious enough. Your contractor can let you know their plan of attack if they are renovating multiple rooms, and which areas they’ll be working on first. You can also ask them about their cleanup schedule. It’s important to get on the same page about who’s cleaning what and when and what site preparation will take place.

Dust and Vacuum Daily

Dust is an inevitable part of any renovation project and vacuuming daily can help keep it under control. Dust particles can travel far and wide during the renovation process, so it’s important to be diligent about dusting and vacuuming. Doing so on a daily basis can ensure that dust particles don’t build up in your home.

Inform Your Neighbors

A major home renovation means a lot of noise, which is why you should inform your neighbors. In addition, it is best to know the specific protocols for hiring a home renovation contractor and the required approvals if you live in a condominium. Be sure to respect the rules and adjust your renovation in a way that doesn’t disturb those around you.

Clean Up After The Project Is Complete

Once the renovation is complete, it’s important to take the time to clean up the space. This includes wiping down walls, vacuuming carpets and floors, and removing any dust or debris left behind from the construction process. Taking this extra step will help ensure that

Finalize Plans

Before the construction begins, make sure all details are finalized and be sure to check that everyone involved is on the same page regarding design plans and timelines. Once you have everything organized and ready to go, you can begin your home renovation with confidence!