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Addressing Popular Home Remodeling Misconceptions

Addressing Popular Home Remodeling Misconceptions

About 3 in 5 homeowners have done some type of home improvement project in 2020. Despite the pandemic, more and more homeowners are finding the time and opportunity to make significant changes in their homes.    

If you also want to join this group of homeowners who have invested in home remodeling, you must know what you’re getting into. Most importantly, you must know how to distinguish truth from myths about home remodeling.

As home remodeling experts in St. Petersburg, FL, we’ll help you debunk some of the popular misconceptions in our industry to help you make informed decisions.

Myth #1: Doing It Yourself Is Easy and Saves Money    

Watching TV shows or reading articles online about people singlehandedly transforming their homes can be pretty inspiring. It may even convince you to think it’s easy and cost-effective to remodel your property on your own. 

Unfortunately, most home projects are never easy. People often find themselves paying extra for additional repairs, or purchasing the wrong materials due to lack of experience or equipment. Some house projects can also be dangerous, especially if involves demolition and electrical work.

While doing the project yourself isn’t impossible, hiring reliable contractors is easier and safer. Home remodeling professionals have the experience to get the job done properly. They can provide a written estimate based on their experience on past projects, and they can offer advice on how to spend less without sacrificing quality.

Myth #2: You Have to Move Out of the House During a Remodeling

This is a common but completely understandable misconception of many homeowners. The sight of many people and equipment working on your home is a valid reason to move out temporarily, but it’s completely optional.

Professional home contractors are used to working within a limited space, in specific areas of the house, and around occupants. A professional crew will never access any other part of your house unless it’s extremely necessary.

Most reputable contractors are also willing to discuss a schedule with you so that you’ll know what day and time they will be present in your home. You can plan your family’s schedule accordingly.     

Myth #3: Residential Building Permits Are Optional 

Whether you’re remodeling your home or commercial space, building permits are still required. While securing permits and documentation can be a challenging aspect of remodeling, they exist to protect you. 

If you start a home remodeling project without a permit, you risk being slapped with fines and the possibility of having your already finished work undone. Regardless of how small your remodeling project seems to be, reach out to your local municipality to find out if your work requires a permit.

Myth #4: A Good Plan Prevents Surprises

For most people, crafting a great project and budget will automatically eliminate the possibility of surprises during construction. That is simply not true. Regardless of how good your plans are, things can happen to derail your project. For example:

  • Extreme weather damaging your materials and equipment
  • Unexpected permit and paperwork problems
  • Infrasture damage and accidents during the project

A good plan doesn’t prevent surprises; it ensures that you can continue the project even when those surprises do happen. Your project plan must always anticipate problems or emergencies and should include such considerations in your budget. If the project was completed without a problem, then you can use the excess money on other things. 

Home remodeling misconceptions are common and unavoidable. What’s important is that you can distinguish which one is real and which one is not. Being able to clarify these misconceptions can help save you from frustration and extra expense.

H.E. Feldman & Son is a home remodeling contractor that offers 5-star workmanship and excellent customer service. If you want to know more about remodeling your home, contact us today. Our team will discuss your project and offer a free estimate. 

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