GIB Living Steps to Renovation -Consider your budget

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Steps to Renovating

Steps to Renovating :
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Plan your renovation : Before you do anything prepare a plan of the project to point you in the right direction
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Decide what is possible : Whether you plan to do the job yourself, or get other people to assist you throughout the project, having a clear design plan will assist you with all the subsequent steps
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Consider your budget : Can you really afford to renovate?
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Materials you will need : Before you can determine accurately the overall cost of the project you will need to decide on the building materials that will be used throughout the project.
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Select your partners : Choosing the right contractors, what to do yourself?
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Get it in writing : Always get a written contract, describing the work to be done, what it will cost and how payments will be made. Never agree to anything before you have it in writing.
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Forget the mess : It's no fun living on a construction site. In fact, if the renovations are major, you may want to consider moving out for a while.
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Inspect as you go :
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Give the final thumbs up! : The building work is finished, but there are some final things to consider:

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Check out the cost of materials at your local building supplier

Consider your budget

Can you really afford to renovate?

To know, you need a clear idea of the costs involved. Get quotes from at least two reputable local builders, architectural firms or building merchants. Explain exactly what you want to do and discuss various options. Then, take the most reasonable estimate and add 10 to 15 per cent for unexpected costs.

If you need financing, you may be able to renegotiate your mortgage or apply for a personal loan. You may even be eligible for assistance, as there are incentive programs for energy-efficiency upgrades through ECCA available.

A successful renovation can be a dream come true, but without careful planning and management, it can be a nightmare.

Be informed. Before you pick up a hammer, a book or a video on home renovation, talk to family, friends and neighbours who've renovated. Explore all the options, and remember the builder's creed: measure twice, cut once. Mistakes on paper are easy to fix and inexpensive. Mistakes on the job are not.

Step 4 Materials you will need

Steps to Renovating

Consider your budget