January may feel like it is better suited to resolution making than planning your Vancouver home renovation.
In fact, while most people begin thinking about renovations in the spring or early summer, the earliest weeks of the year are the ideal time to plan your Vancouver home renovation. Here is why.
The advantages of planning your Vancouver home renovation now
Construction may still be a long way off, but Vancouver home renovations start long before the first swing of a hammer. Planning is best done months in advance, to prepare for hiring crews, obtaining any necessary permits, and finalizing your renovation design.
These pre-renovation details need to be completed in order to ensure that your project starts on time, or even early.
If you are planning to sell your home after the renovations, finishing on time or early can allow you to jump into the market before it is flooded with the wave of homes that are completed later in the summer.
In addition to the time advantages you gain by planning your Vancouver home renovation now, you can also get price advantages. By hiring your crew and purchasing your materials early, you can often get deals. These allow you to save money on your personal renovations or to maximize your returns on an investment property.
What you can do to start planning your Vancouver home renovation now
We have addressed the importance of planning your Vancouver home renovation now, but what exactly should you be tackling at this point? There are six steps you can begin with:
- Decide the scope of and style for your project
- Plan your budget
- Research professional renovation teams
- Hire a renovation project manager
- Apply for the necessary permits
- Source materials
Before launching into this list, make sure to read our tips on how to make your Vancouver home renovation a success. Then, when you’re ready to get started, get in touch with us for your free quote.
