It’s nice for your house to truly feel like a home over the holidays. And if you’re planning on hosting family or cooking a special meal, it’s a plus to have a space that is not only beautiful, but is also highly functional. Many people have a goal to get their home remodeled by the holidays, but don’t realize the planning it takes to get there. So, if you want your home to be remodeled in time for the holidays, when should you really start? The short answer is: July. Keep reading to learn about the steps involved in remodeling your home, and why it’s important to start early.
Find a Contractor for Your Home Remodel
The first step in the process is to find a contractor that you trust to complete the remodel. We recommend that you work with one contractor to prevent delays as well as to save time and money. At Straight Line Construction, we offer an initial consultation so we can understand your vision and provide an estimate for the work. When calling different contractors, pay attention not only to the price, but also the service they provide. Are they responsive? Are they asking enough questions to come up with an accurate timeline? Before making a commitment, check out Google reviews to make sure that others have had positive experiences. Make sure to have your contract signed in July to have your remodel done by the holiday season!
Design the Space
Next is what many people consider the fun part—designing your dream space! Whether you’re ready for a kitchen remodel, bathroom upgrade, or even a multi-room or whole home renovation, our experts will help you plan a space that is perfectly tailored to your taste, budget, and needs. The design phase of the project can be as efficient or as detail-oriented as you prefer, with more intricate projects requiring multiple meetings over the course of several days.
Prepare for Construction
Once the design has been finalized, it will be time to move into construction planning. During this time your contractor will obtain any necessary permits, order construction materials, and ensure scheduling with the crew and any subcontractors is coordinated. From the onset of finding your contractor through the preparation phase, you can get started in as little as 30 days, depending on the scale of your remodel.
Remodel Your Home
Once the planning is complete, it’s time to start construction! Using one contractor throughout the design and construction phases will help ensure this part of the process runs on schedule and on budget. Construction time will vary widely from project to project—you can expect a bathroom remodel to take less time than a full-home remodel. Your contractor will be able to provide a timeline based on the requirements of your project to give you an idea of how long your remodel will take.
Schedule your Remodel Consultation
If you’re thinking about renovating your home for the holidays, now is the time to get started. Just think of it as Christmas in July! Our experts at Straight Line Construction are here to help with anything you can dream up, from a small bathroom upgrade to a whole home renovation. Schedule your initial consultation at our showrooms in Gainesville/ Alachua or Ocala to get started today.