Dos And Don’ts Of Cutting Remodeling Costs
5 Ways You Should Cut Costs During Your Home
Remodel (And 5 Ways You Shouldn’t)
Here’s How To Save Money Smartly
When Remodeling Your Home
Personalizing your home with a remodeling project can be exciting – and expensive. If you don’t have extra room in your budget to transform your house into your dream home, don’t worry. This guide explains where you can cut costs in your renovation plans to make them more cost-effective, and which projects you’re better off leaving to the pros.
When You Should Cut Costs
You don’t have to spend an exorbitant amount of money to significantly upgrade your home. These are great examples of how you can cut corners to lower costs and still get a gorgeous remodel.
Look for Manufactured Stone Counters
If you’re daydreaming about doing some kitchen remodeling, start with your counters. You can replace them with manufactured stone for much less than authentic stone like granite or quartz. There isn’t a notable difference between the two counter types, so you can get any look you want for your kitchen on a budget.
Avoid Hard-Wired Upgrades
People often think that adding hard-wired upgrades to their home makes it more valuable. It often combines household and basement remodeling projects, too, since the wiring often runs through both parts of a home. Even though it seems like you’ll get two projects done for the price of one, you’ll find that it isn’t worth the investment.
A recent study found that the wireless tech industry will grow to $150.38 billion by 2027, which is a massive increase from its $53.17 billion value in 2019. Installing wiring only guarantees you’ll get stuck with outdated tech that needs new wiring or none at all. It’s smarter and more cost-effective to purchase wireless tech that requires no installation.
Upgrade Cabinets Instead of Replacing
You can transform your bathroom without breaking the bank. Give each room a new look by painting the bathroom cabinets or replacing the hardware. These simple solutions reduce bathroom remodeling costs. Better yet – you can complete your project in a single afternoon.
Make Storage More Efficient
Everyone could use more storage space. Adding more storage is one of the most common home remodeling projects – but it can be costly. The key to reducing the expense is to make your existing storage more efficient. Reorganizing shelves, hanging household supplies inside cabinet doors, and taking advantage of crawl space will help you store additional belongings for just a few dollars.
Find Hardware at Donation Stores
Dream home additions cost a pretty penny, but you can minimize your spending by finding hardware or household furnishings at donation stores. Many thrift shops and charity organizations accept donations like countertops, appliances, and bathroom amenities. You’ll be able to buy them for a much lower price than at name-brand stores. You can present the products you find to your contracting team for installation.
When You Shouldn’t Cut Costs
Sometimes it’s wiser to hire a professional team to handle your upcoming projects. These are a few renovations that homeowners shouldn’t try to conquer alone.
Replacing Your Bathroom Floor
Anyone who has bathroom remodeling dreams will likely think about replacing their bathroom floor. Old laminate or tile floors can age even the newest home, but you may not add much value to your house by replacing it on your own.
People often use the wrong type of grout or glue when installing new flooring materials. It could result in cracking or peeling. It’s always better to hire a professional team to handle such a big job. They’ll complete a proper installation the first time around and increase your home’s value in doing so.
Taking Out Kitchen Walls
Many families outgrow their kitchens but don’t want to move to a new home. Expanding your kitchen could require removing a wall, but your kitchen remodel will become a nightmare if you attempt the removal without expert help.
Structural changes should always be handled by licensed professionals. They’ll know which support beams and walls are necessary to uphold the integrity of your home and which are removable. Without their advice, you may cause extensive damage to your home and pay twice the cost to hire experts to fix the problem.
Adding New Electrical Outlets
Reorganizing the layout of your living room or creating plans for home additions may reveal a need for additional electrical outlets. It’s not as simple as screwing an outlet plate onto your wall. Faulty wiring inside the outlet box and in your basement or crawl space could spark a fire.
Given that electrical distribution systems are the third leading cause of house fires, it’s safer to hire an electrician to create your new outlets. They’ll ensure proper wiring and safe installation so your safety doesn’t become compromised.
Finishing Your Basement
A finished basement can make any home feel new. You’ll get a new floor and possibly multiple extra rooms after finishing your basement remodeling project, but there are many steps within that project that untrained homeowners don’t know how to handle.
A remodeling team will check with your local government offices for any required permits. They’ll also know about safety measures they’ll need to take that are specific to your property, for example, if you live in a flood zone. Unknowingly skipping these steps could decrease your home’s value, break local laws, and prevent your finished basement from being usable.
Upgrading Your Plumbing
New plumbing adds years of life to your property, but it’s not as simple as it seems. Plumbers spend their entire careers perfecting the art of installation and replacement. When weighing your home remodeling options, get quotes from local plumbers to make sure you get the best rate for your budget. This way, you’ll avoid future complications related to faulty installations, like flooding or mismatched pipes.
Make Your Renovation More Affordable
You don’t have to save money for months or years to get started with your dream remodeling projects. Use these tips to learn when you should cut costs and when you should trust a professional team. 4Ever Remodeling experts are here to help you minimize costs while providing excellent work. Call our team today to establish an affordable plan for your upcoming renovation.
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