Are you planning for an upcoming bathroom renovation and wondering how to best arrange things for a successful, headache-free process? At Peak Improvements, we know that transforming your home is an exciting experience, and with the guidance of an experienced contracting team, achieving the space of your dreams can be simple. Below, we’ll highlight 5 key things to keep in mind when preparing for bathroom renovations. Read on to learn more!
Laying the Ground Work
Bathroom renovations are one of the most popular projects undertaken by homeowners and for good reason. Whether you’ve just moved in or have lived in your house for several years, renovating one of your bathrooms, especially the master bath, is a fantastic way to enhance your property and add overall value. From updating aesthetics to dealing with troublesome leaks, wiring issues, water-stained ceilings and other issues that can build up over time, renovations play a huge role in keeping your home a safe, and a comfy place to live. As you begin planning your project, you’ll want to keep the following in mind:
Creating a Budget
Before you deep dive into the specifics of your renovation, you’ll want to spend some time doing some research to come up with a hard budget. When we say hard budget, we mean the final and total amount you can comfortably spend, with wiggle room for special features and changes already factored in. This definite number will make it much easier to plan everything clearly and ensure that everything proceeds smoothly from start to finish. Talk to your partner and any other financial parties that will be involved (ie. any lenders if you plan on taking out a loan) and consider if this is the only renovation you’ll be pursuing for the foreseeable future, or if there are other elements you hope to change as well. Knowing the big picture helps keep perspective and ensures you start off on the right foot.
Priorities
Once you have your set budget, your first order of business should be identifying any and all aspects that need to be changed within your bathroom. Safety and structural stability are always the first priority, so look for any obvious issues that need to be attended to. Such issues may include things like visible damages, poor water flow, known piping issues that came with the home, questionable electrical work, and more.
It’s often the priority issues that make it clear why bathrooms are also not the most ideal DIY project, contrary to popular belief. While it might be easy for you to throw on a fresh coat of paint or some DIY back splashing, the reality is, bathrooms are actually one of the more complex areas in your home when it comes to renovations. Because of the plumbing and electrical elements involved in the room, something as simple as a misplaced nail or drill can have disastrous results for the whole house and cause significant safety hazards for everyone. As tempted as you may be to take things into your own hands, please always proceed with safety in mind, and if you’re not sure what to do…let the professionals help!
Think About Unique Aspects
As we mentioned above, bathrooms can be trickier to renovate than you might think. Depending on the layout of your home, as well as the room itself, you may need special consideration for lighting, changing any plumbing, swapping out bathtubs or installing a shower, etc. Depending on what you’re planning to do with your renovation, you’ll need to be aware of any major (and minor) elements that could cause complications. Plan to budget accordingly, and know that your contractor will do their best to partner with you to find the best options for all elements involved.
Select Materials With Care
Longevity is the name of the game where any renovation is concerned, but is particularly important for bathrooms. Make sure you select materials and finishes that can deal with the moisture content present. Doing so will save you from having to do continuous touch-ups, and ensure you have the best, and longest-lasting results possible.
Partner with the Right Contractor
Choosing the right contractor will go a long way towards a successful renovation. At Peak Improvements, we’re proud to have spent decades helping Edmontonians create the homes of their dreams. Our proven six-stage process is designed to eliminate any confusion and keep you on budget with minimal issues. In fact, we stand behind our work so much that we offer a guaranteed price + no surprise contract meaning you never have to worry about sudden increases or surprises. Simply put, we’re here to make transforming your home easy, one room at a time!
Learn more about creating your dream bathroom by contacting our team today!