A garage is a large space, and there are a lot of things that you can do with your garage if you decide to remodel it. You could add more storage, convert the space into an additional bedroom or living area, or just turn it into a more modern vehicle storage and workplace. But how can you ensure that your garage remodeling project stays on track and on budget? You can’t afford to lose a lot of time and money if the project gets away from you. Take a look at some tips that can help.
Plan Ahead
The worst thing that you can do is walk into a remodeling project with only a vague idea of what you want to do and how to do it. Planning ahead, including making a written outline of what you intend to do and what your anticipated timeline is, is the key to success here.
If you’re going to be doing an extensive renovation, you may very well need to obtain permits before you can begin. It can take weeks or even months to get the proper permits, so make sure that you get started on that right away. The size of your project also affects how long it will take. Obviously, it’s going to take less time to add shelves or overhead storage than it will to expand your garage enough to hold an additional car or two. Be realistic when putting a timeline together. You should also remember to build in some time for delays. Delays are sometimes unavoidable, and they won’t stress you out so much if you’ve left room in your plan for a few setbacks.
Build A Budget
Spend some time researching the materials that you need so that you can build a budget that’s realistic. You can’t simply name a dollar amount that you want to spend – you need to know whether you can actually have the garage remodel you want for the amount of money that you’re prepared to spend. You may need to adjust either your expectations or your budget if it turns out that the materials you’d like to use or the additions you’d like to make cost too much.
If you’re going to use materials or items that can’t be found locally or that you can’t pick up yourself, remember that you’ll have to include the cost of shipping and delivery into your budget.
DIY or Not?
This is also the time to decide whether or not you’ll be doing all of the work yourself, or hiring a garage remodeling contractor. It’s easy for budget-conscious homeowners to dismiss the idea of hiring professional help in an effort to save money, but the truth is that hiring a professional can often be the cheaper option.
Keep in mind that contractors can get materials at lower prices than you’ll be able to get for yourself. They also have the skill to install things that you might not be able to install on your own, and they’re less likely to make costly mistakes. Using garage professionals can save you time as well, helping to keep your project on its timeline.
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