Doing the fundamental and external work first is essential when it comes to renovating your home. It's natural to want to move on to the next phase of your project, but make sure the house is in good shape before you start working on the interior. That means replacing windows and putting in a new roof if needed. Gardening work, new appliances, painting, new floors - the list of renovations can seem never-ending.
To start with your to-do list, you must first decide if you want to focus your efforts on the outside or inside of your home. Consider how long you plan to stay in your residence and if you're renovating for functional purposes or to get a higher price when you sell. Analyze the reasons, needs and budget for renovations before starting any project. A renewal calculator can help you estimate not only the cost, but also show you how affordable a makeover can be.
Remember that, in most markets, a complete renovation only slightly increases its value. Choose projects that you know you can complete in a timely manner and that will add value to the property for years to come. When freshening up the exterior of a property, consider what you might want to remove or add to the landscape. Do you want more trees or less? A lighted walkway that leads to your front door or larger flowerbeds and mulched areas? If you're having trouble visualizing what something might look like or don't have an idea of where to start, consider hiring a landscape architect to explain the scope of your project.
According to the American Society of Landscape Architects, hiring a professional is one of the best investments for your home and can add up to 15% to the total value of the home. Other projects to consider include adding new outdoor spaces, enriching existing views, applying exterior paint and tints, adding to the garage, and even sprucing up the driveway. Exterior renovations can add curb appeal and increase the value of your home. The exterior should set the standard for the interior appearance of your home.
Plus, first impressions really count toward the long-term value of a home, especially when it comes time to sell it. If the remodeling is more extensive and requires the help of a professional, the order will usually be dictated by specialists who must come and take care of it. For example, in most cases, plumbing and electrical work will have to be done at the same time. If your crew asks you what your preference is, Farkash says you can't go wrong with an inside-out approach - work from the inside (such as the mechanical characteristics of walls and floors) to the outside (think of cosmetic finishes).
Of course, one of the benefits of hiring a professional team for larger, multi-sector projects is that they'll know where to start and where to go from there. In conclusion, if you're thinking about renovating your entire home, consider starting with either interior or exterior renovations depending on your needs and budget. Hiring a professional team for larger projects is recommended as they'll know where to start and can complete these projects faster so you don't have to live in a renovated workspace longer than necessary.
