Renovation Tips #1

Discuss your ideas thoroughly with a qualified experienced builder before you start. If you are going to start on a renovation project, for example, a bathroom renovation project, it is essentially important that you have a good plan in place if you want it to work out successfully. Therefore you must get a qualified experienced builder so that you can tell them what your wants and expectations are for your renovation project.

This way qualified experienced builders know exactly what you envision for your project, and they help you plan and design your project every step of the way from start to completion; they also give you expert advice on the best solutions possible for the best results. There are many things to consider before you start renovating your home – such as concerns with:

• The building process
• Budget
• Consent forms approved
• Selecting products
• Prepare renovation plans
• What do you want your result to look like

Your Concern for Renovation

Qualified builders are obligated to answer any concerns and questions relating to the building process whether it be before, during or after the project is completed. This reassures clients that all their inquiries are appropriately answered so they have that piece of mind that their project is in expert hands.

Your Budget

It is vital that you discuss your recommended budget with your qualified builder so they know what is possible to do on your renovation project and what is not viable, depending on your budget. You must know your spending limits. Whether you are getting a loan or paying cash, you need to work out how much your project is going to cost.

Some businesses also offer finance solutions for approved customers. This is where qualified builders help you plan and set out a recommended budget for you.

Consent Forms Approved

You must get building consent before you start on your renovation project as legal issues can ascend resulting in significant consequences to you, as you will be held responsible. Make sure that you understand all the documentation – this is where qualified builders and architects can help you by explaining the plans and specifications to you, to make sure that you are happy with the design and functionalities within the building process.

Selecting Products

It may take a few shopping trips for you to decide on the products that give you the look you desire and are also practical for your needs. Qualified builders, architects and designers can help you tailor to your needs of style by giving you their expert advice on what will work and what will not. You also need to be aware of any size restrictions of the room.

Qualified builders can print out and or write down product specifications and also measure up the area you want to renovate or repair. But likewise, you can do your product selection by browsing the internet or a printed catalogue, then talk to your tradesperson about your choices. If the tradesperson tells you that a product you have chosen is unsuitable, find out why.

It may just be that extra work is required that they don’t want to do. Remember, it is your home and you need to be satisfied once the job is complete.

Prepare Plans

You must draw up plans for your renovation project. It is advised that you need to find a tradie and discuss the plans with a tradesperson, architect, and designer; also it is best to have specifications of all the products you have chosen so the builder knows exactly what work is required.

What Your End Vision Result Is

To help builders, architects and designers aid your project for the best result possible you must explain what the visions and expectations are for the renovation. This way they get the full picture of what you expect and how they can fulfil your renovation needs