How to Commence and Complete Home Renovation

by | May 15, 2019 | General

A home renovation project is usually big investment for a homeowner but with the right general contractors in Ottawa it can be easy and not too stressful. The home renovation project endeavors to address identified problems and in effect improve the sales value of a home or extend the life of the home.

Home renovation Ottawa will entail the addition of enhancements such as energy efficient systems and bulbs and the replacement of exterior and interior features of the home.

Failure to plan adequately for the home renovation project can prove to be daunting and expensive for the homeowner. The following are factors that a homeowner should consider before commencing a home renovation project.

  • Focus on the priority areas both on the interior and the exterior of the home. For example, homeowners should focus on smaller enhancements rather than going for outright replacements in a large house.
  • Remodel areas that require repairs first before proceeding to carry out aesthetic improvements. This acts as a good baseline to the home renovation project.

For the replacement of the interior, dry walls that are in bad condition can be replaced by new sheets. The entire process requires taping, mudding and popcorn texturing usually applied on walls and ceilings to hide imperfections. Application of wallpaper is yet another option for smoothening drywalls and will give an updated look.

It is possible to create additional storage space by replacing old shelves with new shelves. Old shelves can be enhanced by adding metal or wooden panels for a new updated look.

External renovation projects can include the installation of new windows as a way of improving the energy efficiency of the home. Newer energy efficient windows such as vinyl windows will prevent wind and moisture from leaking into the home. Improved thermoregulation and energy efficiency can be achieved through the replacement of damaged vinyl and caulking cracks.

Damaged or worn out wooden floors can be buffed to refurbish it and have a new and beautiful look. Missing wood planks are replaced and damaged planks are repaired using wood fillers. Where the homeowner is held back by budgetary constraints, they can go for laminated floors or floating wood that mimics the appearance of hardwood floors.

CP & Son will help do kitchen makeovers in Ottawa working together with the homeowner throughout the project as per outlined needs.  Installation of new cabinets, new countertops, ceiling fans, and other fittings will transform the kitchen and make it more energy efficient.

A home renovation project can be taxing. However, with proper planning homeowners will find the entire process fulfilling when they see the new look and beauty of the home. Working with Ottawa renovation experts will increase chances for successful completion of the project.