How to Compare Home Remodeling Contractor Quotes
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Looking to remodel your home, but don’t know how? Learn about the 3 ways you can remodel your home and find out which one is right for you!
You are looking to remodel your home but don’t know where to start? That’s ok! It is a complicated and often expensive topic, which is why it is smart for you to be conducting research into this process. (no matter how big or small your project may be)
As a remodeling and design company that has spent over a decade remodeling homes for hundreds of families, we have been around the block a few times. We understand that remodeling your home can be an intimidating and confusing undertaking, especially if you don't know about your options.
We believe in educating as much as selling which is why we’re going to show you the top three distinct options you can choose from for your home remodel or renovation. Each has its benefits and drawbacks. By reading this you will have a better understanding of the home remodeling process and know which option is best for you.
As a homeowner who wants to renovate, you have three ways that you can accomplish this goal.
Do you have time you can dedicate outside of work and family obligations? Do you already have or have access to expensive tools? Can you lift heavy building materials and be on your feet for hours on end?
If you answered ‘YES’ to all of these questions, then doing it yourself might be a viable option for you!
For many people, this option allows the homeowner to save the most money (which is often the determining factor) As the person purchasing the supplies and tools used for the project, you have complete control over your project’s budget and scope.
Whether you are re-doing an entire bathroom or kitchen, ripping up and replacing carpet with wood, painting walls, or replacing an old and rotting deck, these are all things that can be done on your own, if you dedicate the time to learn how and to do the work properly.
Designing and remodeling your own home is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling experience! You will learn lessons (both good and bad) during this process that can also be applied to many other aspects of home improvement and maintenance. You will have the satisfaction of knowing that you did it all yourself and can share that accomplishment with your family and friends.
If these drawbacks haven’t scared you away, this is still a viable option for you!
If you want to tackle your renovation with more of a hybrid approach, where you handle the design and scheduling side of the project but let others do the physical work, then acting as your general contractor may be the right choice for you!
When acting as your own General Contractor, you find specific companies (such as a drywaller, electrician, plumber, etc.) who can achieve your design vision and will agree to take on your project.
For this option, you can also hire a separate designer to advise you about the remodel layout and make product selections. This will make sure your design vision comes to life and will work in the given space. Sometimes it helps to have a separate set of eyes look at your project in the design phase. After the designer helps with the layout and design, you then hire subcontractors and manage the project from there.
This option does cost more than doing it yourself, but it costs less than having a full-service remodeler handle the design and scheduling of construction for you.
It's important to note that when using this as an option, it is on you to find subcontractors and coordinate them in the right order. For example, knowing to schedule drywallers before painting but after electricians and plumbers.
This is a great option if you want an active role in your home renovation but don’t want to do the heavy lifting! If you are aware of building processes or are open to learning about them, have a keen eye for design, or don’t mind doing research into subcontractors, this is a great way to get a professional-looking product!
If you like the hands-on approach of this option without physically using your hands, then this option might be the one for you!
With the benefits and drawbacks in mind for the first two remodeling options, you should have a clear idea in mind if either of them will work for your family!
The third and final option available is to hire a company that handles the designing and remodeling of the home. This option requires you to bring your design vision to the remodeling company and allow them to complete that vision. They handle the scheduling, work, purchasing of materials, and permitting (if required). ‘Concept-to-Completion’
One of the major benefits of hiring a Design and Remodeling company is that they handle all of the hard work for you. They swing the hammers, schedule all of the work, get required permitting, and make sure you are 100% satisfied with your completed project.
In most cases, a designer will come to your home and work with you to create a virtual design of your completed project. Seeing what the design looks like helps the homeowner to set accurate project scope and budget.
The designer or design team will work within your set budget. Ensuring that the finishes you select for your project will leave you satisfied with the design and meets the budget.
A designer will also advise you about the design and layout requests you have in mind. Depending on the space you want to remodel, the exact design you want may not work. In these cases, the designer will provide alternatives that will work in the given space.
Once a budget, design, and timeline are agreed upon, the remodeler will begin construction! You will not have to swing one hammer or lift a single piece of wood once the construction begins. This is the biggest benefit of doing this option! The professionals handle the hard work; leaving you with the highest quality finished product!
Another often overlooked benefit of using a full-service designer and remodeler is that they are experts in project management. Understanding the logistics side of a building project ensures that work is done in the most efficient way possible. In many cases, they also offer warranties on workmanship. Custom Built Design & Remodeling, for example, offers a lifetime warranty on workmanship. Reducing the construction timeline for you means you can return to your normal life as soon as possible.
Conducting research into remodeling companies is a great idea before choosing the right one for you! It’s important to find one that will work within your budget, does professional quality work, offers a warranty on their work, and will stick to a deadline.
As a homeowner, you should be able to trust the people who are drastically altering your life for a time during the renovation process. They are going to be in your home, potentially demolishing sections of your home, and making lasting changes to your home that will affect your family for years to come. This is why it is great that you are conducting research into this complicated topic!
If the first two options are too much for you to handle then this third option might be the one for you! To learn more about this process click here
Now that you have a better sense of the options available to you, hopefully, you know which option you are leaning towards! Hone in on whichever option is best for you and continue to do research into that specific option.
For the DIY’er who loves to try new things, loves to learn complicated processes, and isn’t afraid to take on a challenge. Then doing your own home remodel might be the best remodeling option for you. For those who want to play an active role in their home remodel, but don’t want to swing any hammers or climb any ladders, then acting as your general contractor is the perfect remodeling option for you. If the first two aren’t possible or you would just like someone else to handle everything then reaching out to a full-service design and remodeling company is the right remodeling option for you.
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