Home Remodeling: Where Do I Start?
So you’ve decided to remodel your home. Maybe you have already begun to dive into home improvement magazines or Pinterest boards for inspiration. Maybe you’ve browsed paint samples and made a trip to the hardware store to scope light fixtures. Home remodeling can be a daunting experience so you may be wondering where to begin.
Here’s what we suggest.
Get Clear on Your Vision
Why are you remodeling your home? What is your vision for your dream home remodel? Are you looking to improve your master closet with a custom remodel? Are you hoping to remodel your kitchen and dining room areas to improve the flow and efficiency of your home?
Decide what your goals are with your remodel. Home remodels can turn into lengthy endeavors. Having goals and a vision in mind can be beneficial because when the doubt creeps in you’ll have something to remind you why you’re tearing your house apart!
We recommend making a list of must-haves and another list of things that would be nice to have. You can also make a third list that includes things that might not be feasible in your budget. These can be used for inspiration. A good home designer can help you create a remodeling plan that fits your budget and includes most of your wants and needs.
Think About Your Budget
Think about how much you’ll be willing to spend on your home remodeling endeavor. Price of materials has increased in the past few years. A home designer will be able to help you work out a detailed budget to make sure you’ll be able to pay for your dream home remodel. If you have a little wiggle room on your timeline, that may allow you to save if you aren’t quite ready to commit a budget to the project. An excellent home designer may be able to think of creative ways to get the most out of your budget while still providing you with a quality remodeling plan.
For example, waiting until the off-peak season may shave costs off of your labor costs.
Enjoy the Process
We know that remodeling can be a stressful experience. Taking before, after, and progress photographs can help you stay committed. Know that it will all be worth it in the end and you’ll soon be enjoying your breathtaking new kitchen or your freshly renovated, show stopping covered patio.
Hire an Expert
Hiring an expert is a great way to help relieve some of the pressures associated with home remodeling. The professionals at Creative Home Designs will help you along every step of the way in your home remodeling journey. We will start by visiting you on-site and taking measurements of your existing structure. Then we will sit down and discuss your vision for the remodel. We’ll work together to design a customized plan just for you. We can even provide 3D Rendering services to help you visualize exactly how your space will look and feel so we can be sure everyone is on the same page. Once we’ve finalized your custom remodel plans, we can help connect you with one of the trusted home builders from our extensive network of Oklahoma providers.
Ready to start your home remodeling journey with Creative Home Designers? Call us today and ask us how we can help!
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