One of the questions we hear frequently is, “How long will this take?” It’s a fair enough question, but the answer, of course, will depend on the scope and complexity of your specific remodeling project.
We’ve all heard horror stories about remodeling projects that drag on and on. Sometimes slight delays can happen when unforeseen difficulties pop up. There are some things, however, that you can do as a homeowner to ensure that things stay on schedule. Here are 3:
Timely Selection of Finishes: Once you’ve decided on the plan for your remodeling project, make sure that you make your decisions on all of the finishes for the project. It’s key that we decide on all of the selections before we start the project to stay on schedule.
Avoiding Unnecessary Changes: Small changes are simply part of the remodeling process. What you want to avoid, however, are changes that have an impact on the completion of your project. “Can you move that wall just 3 inches?” may not seem like a huge request (after all, it’s “just” 3 inches). But if a wall has already been built, what you’re asking for can significantly delay the process. It’s not wrong. It may ultimately be the right decision, but it will affect your schedule and your budget.
Being Available for Consultation: Sometimes we will run into an unforeseen situation that means we can’t proceed as planned. That means that we will have to talk about what needs to change. Being available to us – and being able to make a timely decision can mean we’ll still finish on schedule.
Those are just a few thoughts to help a project get done in a timely manner. Reach out if you have any questions about a project you’re considering!