All
homes have strong and weak points. Are the strong points obvious?
Are the weak points hidden or camouflaged? To make a sound remodeling
decision you need an experienced professional contractor to help
your understand your options.
Bathroom
Remodeling
How
many people will be using the bathroom?
If a family shares one bathroom it may be a good idea to have
a separate area for the toilet and shower so that someone can
be showering while another person uses the mirror and vanity.
What is the bathroom's current condition?
Most modern bathrooms lifespan
is only 20 years. Is your bathroom aged? Are you standing
in water when you take a shower?
If the bathroom is out-of-date
or falling apart, call us to help you make the necessary changes
and increase the value of your home. Is your bathroom simply
dull & boring? Attacking grimy tile with bleach or industrial
tile cleaning solution, polishing the fixtures, and adding brighter
lights can put the sparkle back in your bathroom and costs less
than a full renovation.
How
much money do you have for the remodeling project?
Before you begin, think
of how much money you can realistically afford. No remodeling
project should put you in debt. Once you have a budget, take a
trip to your local hardware store to check out prices. Comparison
shop and start looking for deals before you start your renovation
project. You don't need to buy everything at once; you can coordinate
with your contractor to get the best deals.
How much work can you do on your own?
If this is your first remodeling
project, go easy on yourself. You will need to use this room,
so make sure you don't get yourself into trouble. If your bathroom
needs new wiring, plumbing, or even tile, don't be afraid to ask
for professional help.
How much space do you have?
If you can knock down walls,
be sure to plan ahead. Pocket doors and a shower, not a bathtub,
are easy ways of conserving space.
How
long will you be using the bathroom?
If you are remodeling to
help sell your house, or might be selling soon, it may be best
to stick with simple, conservative changes. Make things work and
look clean, but don't add your dream whirlpool tub.
