10 Steps to Stress-Free Remodeling

With the New Year almost upon us, it will soon me time to start planning your home improvemtn projects. But when remodling isn't sometime you do all the time it might be tough to know what direction to start in and what questions to ask. Here are 10 quick steps to get you started.

 

 

EDUCATE YOURSELF:

Start by looking for pictures of things you’d like to see in your home. And make a list of all your ideas prior to meeting with CAT. Take the time before the process begins to learn all you can about remodeling and the products you can use to improve your home.

MEET WITH REMODELING CONTRACTOR:

Go over project ideas and options with us. The goal of this meeting is to discover all the project possibilities and then reach an agreement as to what the project’s scope of work will include. During this stage you should ask questions, get referrals and we can begin building a relationship together.

PREPARE PLANS AND SPECS:

Go over plans and the scope of work to make sure nothing is missed.

RECEIVE THE FINAL ESTIMATE:

Review the proposal. Be sure to get all your questions answered before signing the contract.

SIGN THE CONTRACT:

Carefully review the contract documents and ask about making adjustments where you feel might be necessary.

PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING:

This meeting takes place prior to the project start (on large scale projects). The salesman, project manager and homeowner meet to go over all the project details. This meeting guarantees that all team members are on the same page. Communication is extremely important during this phase.

GET READY FOR JOB START:

Here it goes! Remember that with remodeling it often gets worse before it gets better.  Continually visualize the end result.

KEEP UP ONGOING PROJECT COMMUNICATION:

Communicate changes and problems immediately. Don’t be afraid to ask questions.        

PAY ATTENTION TO THE PUNCH LIST:

A final walk through with the contractor at the end of the project will guarantee 100 percent satisfaction with the project. This meeting is designed for pointing out all the items still needing attention.

YOU’RE READY FOR JOB COMPLETION AND WARRANTY

Once punch list items are complete and the final payment is made, you can enjoy your new space.