What should I consider before starting a home remodeling project?
Many homeowners pursue home remodeling projects to address an immediate need or provide for the future of the house. Any home remodeling project, whether it be a simple fixture replacement or a major addition, will involve at least some pre-planning and financial investment on the part of the homeowner. No one wants to become involved in a ‘money pit’ situation- a series of events in which one home remodeling repair inevitably leads to a dozen unplanned repairs. Before starting any home remodeling project, there are many important factors to consider. Here are some questions to ask yourself before hiring contractors or investing in building materials: 1. Do I need a building permit? Some home remodeling projects may involve structural changes or elaborate reworkings of current electrical and plumbing circuits. Before a homeowner can begin an addition, the city department which oversees private construction projects must issue a building permit. This permit insures that the home remodel
