It can be tough trying to decide whether to remodel your home in one go, or complete the project in stages, but many experts advocate getting the job done in one go, and here are 5 reasons why:
- You’ll be able to save money
The total cost of renovations when completing the entire home in one go is almost always less than if the project was broken down into stages. This is usually because the general contractor will be able to buy materials in bulk, and qualify for discounted prices. Additionally, all preparations and plans can be done at the same time, saving both time and money, especially when plumbing and electrical work is involved.
- You will get a more integrated design
It’s far easier to create a cohesive design for a home remodel when the same design principles are used in every room, at the same time, instead of when several different contractors are used over an extended period of time. Working with a single general contractor will make it easier for you to explain exactly what you want from the remodel, and enable them to draw up a plan that meets all of your expectations.
Once all of the work is complete, you’ll have a stunning home that has been fully customized to meet your specific needs and desires, and which follows a consistent set of design principles for a more cohesive result.
- When structural changes are involved – it makes the most sense
Expansions and other structural changes often need to be made during a remodel, and this will usually require changes to be made to plumbing, lighting and electrical outlets. When these changes are made as part of the same contract, it’s much simpler and more cost-effective to have one general contractor handle them.
- It will be more convenient
While the majority of remodels involve a certain degree of inconvenience and upheaval, you can limit this by having all of the work carried out at the same time. Splitting the project up into a series of room-by-room remodels over a longer period of time, will just make the whole project feel longwinded and instead of one inconvenience for a couple of months, you get lots of inconveniences spread out over the next few years.
- It makes it easier to plan for the future
When you sit down with a remodeling contractor to discuss your project, you’ll get the opportunity to really think about what you want from your home, and how long you plan to live in it for. Some intelligent and functional remodeling plans for the entire home, could mean that you can make it family friendly for the foreseeable future, and if you know you plan to add more kids to your tribe, why not have those extra bedrooms and a playroom added in now?
Remodeling your whole home in one go is great for helping you save time and money, and reduces the hassle and inconvenience of multiple remodels over a period of years. To discuss your remodeling options in more detail, reach out to a local general contractor with plenty of experience.