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THINGS TO DO BEFORE ANY MAJOR HOME RENOVATION

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Are you planning a major home renovation soon, be it a bedroom or bathroom remodel, or kitchen redesign? Here are the things you should do before any home renovation begins. 1.  Determine your budget. Establishing a firm budget now is critical  so that when it comes time to shop for the right consultant, you'll be prepared to negotiate price and choose a specialist you can afford. How much money can you comfortably spend on this project? What is your limit? What are you willing to give up to get a reasonable price? Don't forget to budget for the extra expenses you'll incur as a result of the ongoing renovations, such as eating out. 2.  Find the right contractor. Following that, you'll want to find the best contractor for the job (assuming you're not doing the renovations yourself). Determine what aspects of a contractor are most important to you, such as price, turnaround time, attention to detail, integrity, or customer service. Look at online reviews for all of yo...