That’s right with the warmer weather just around the corner the same thing is on almost every homeowners mind… let’s renovate! The warmer weather, longer days and the warm sun always bring out the same feelings, the need to update or change certain areas of your home.
There are many things to keep in mind when starting to plan your spring renovation, we’ve compiled a few things to help you make the most of your spring reno project.
Goals
This should be the first step to think about when starting to plan, set your goals. Figure out what you want to accomplish by the end of the project. Are you renovating to increase re-sale vale? Are you wanting to add more space to your current living area? Or is this just a hobby to increase to quality of life for you and your family? These are all important questions and will help you determine your budget, and design for you project.
The Basics
Many people looking to buy a new home may not always think of renovating to fix up some issues that could cause huge problems in the future, and instead focus on how can I make this place look more appealing. The reality is as important as the look of your home the core of it needs to be taken care of as well.
Know where you can help and where to step back
Many homeowners try to do all the work in a renovation themselves and end up costing themselves more money in the end. We understand that you want to be a part of this process to make sure it ends up the way you want, but there are certain areas you should leave to the professionals.
You have the final say
Once the hard work is mostly over, add you finishing touches like picking out a color scheme and finding furniture and plants to match your new space.
Throw away the unnecessary
Yes, that couch may have taken you through college and many apartments, but know when you need to say goodbye to some things. Of course, if you can repurpose an older piece of furniture to make it fit your new space then why not? Not only could it save you tons of money, you’ll be happy to know you didn’t have to throw out your favourite couch.
For more ways to maximize your Spring renovation and other great ideas contact Tropical Sunrooms.
