GIB Living Steps to Renovating - Who should do the work?

Steps to Renovating

Steps to Renovating :
1.

Plan your renovation : Before you do anything prepare a plan of the project to point you in the right direction
2.

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
3.

Consider your budget : Can you really afford to renovate?
4.

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.
5.

Select your partners : Choosing the right contractors, what to do yourself?
6.

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.
7.

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.
8.

Inspect as you go :
9.

Give the final thumbs up! : The building work is finished, but there are some final things to consider:

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.

If you are getting someone to do the design for you there are a number of options to consider. Conduct some research to work out which type of designer will suit you best. Brief a few of the candidates before making your choice. Work with them to come up with a design for the renovation

Every house has unique strengths and weaknesses. Use the services of a designer, architect or building professional to give you advice on what your home needs and what it can, or should, do.

Just remember: consulting a qualified professional before you make a big decision is the best way to avoid costly complications down the road.

Remember that building codes and local council regulations may also limit what and how you renovate. There's nothing worse than discovering the project you've painstakingly planned is not allowed. Talk to your local building consent authority and find out about consent requirements and permits.

Step 3 Consider your budget