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You just bought a house and want to renovate it. You dream of more light in the living room, a new floor for the bedroom, and a modern bathroom. But what you mainly get is stress and headaches. However, it doesn’t have to be that way at all. With these tips, you will learn how to get through a renovation carefree, so that you can fully enjoy your new home.
Successful renovation: the preparation
A successful renovation starts with good preparation. This means that you choose the right craftsmen to work with and that you plan in advance exactly what needs to be done and how much it will cost. Especially when you continue to live in your house while a few rooms are being renovated, a renovation can be very drastic. But don’t worry: with these tips, you will certainly survive the renovation!
Survive in your home during a renovation
Plan all logistics in advance. Where will you cook, sleep, and wash? What happens to your furniture during the renovation? As far as furniture is concerned, it is best to rent a box to store it in, or if possible, temporarily place it in the garage. Cover the furniture that will remain with plastic to protect it from dust. Make sure you can sleep elsewhere during major demolition works. This way you always start rested on the sometimes stressful days. Mental preparation is also part of it!
Renovating the living room is not that drastic, but what do you do if you temporarily don’t have a kitchen or bathroom available? The trick to surviving such a renovation is to convert a room into a makeshift mini-studio. For example, place a folding table, a microwave oven, and a camping fire in your bedroom. You can prepare by using the last days in your old kitchen to prepare and freeze meals. It will work, but you will save a lot of money this way. After all, the costs for a hotel, eating out, and extra transport are quickly overlooked, but can significantly increase the total cost of your renovation.
Good agreements ensure successful renovations
Good relations with all partners reduce the stress during a renovation. So make good arrangements in advance with your contractor or craftsman. Not only about the work that needs to be done but also about working hours, what will happen if the work is delayed, how he will gain access to your house, where equipment can be stored, whether a mobile toilet should be provided and much more. Also, inform your neighbors about your renovation, and be sure to invite them to a housewarming party afterward. With all these tips you will surely manage to survive your renovation without too much stress!
