Top things you should discuss with your contractor before a remodeling job

Who hasn’t heard some remodeling horror story or cautionary tale from a friend, relative or neighbor? Incorrect paint colors, incorrectly placed tiles or an overall look that is not what you had in mind are just some. In order to avoid any of these issues it’s a good idea to discuss the job with your contractor and create a dialogue before the job begins. Being on the same page as your contractor will go a long way and take you from the beginning to the end of the project. Your job may also require plumbers, electricians or even landscapers. You should also include other these other people in your discussions as well. Frequent and honest communication is key to the success of your remodeling job running smoothly and effectively.

One of the most common issues that people have is with the timeline of a job. You may just assume that you don’t have much control over this however this is not always the situation. Weather, shipping issues or other problems out of the control of the contractor can come up at any time. What you can do to help is be sure to return calls to your contractor in a timely matter and don’t wait too long to make decisions. Products must be ordered before the job is done and nothing can be ordered until you make final decisions.

Here is a great list of topics and questions to talk to your contractor about prior to your next renovation:

What is the estimated time that the project will take?

Is there any way I can assist if there is a delay?

How can I prepare my home for this remodel?

What do you do to keep dirt and debris at bay?

Where will construction materials be stored during the remodeling?

How will garbage and unwanted materials be removed?

Do I need to be concerned about any harmful fumes or odors?

Where will the crew need to set up?

Will I need to vacate the home for any period of time during the remodel?

What are your typical work hours?

What are my financing and payment options?

Should an issue come up during construction what is the best way to handle it?

You also need to discuss cleanup expectations on a daily basis and for the end of the project. It would also be helpful to let the crew know if they will have access to bathroom facilities.

You can eliminate some of the stress of a remodeling project by keeping an open line of communication with your contractor. Renovations in your home can be time-consuming, frustrating, stressful yet rewarding at the same time. Being in contact with your contractor will go a long way to getting you from the beginning to the end of your project smoothly. For all of your remodeling job needs call the experts at Sunset Bay Construction today.