If your home is no longer meeting your needs, you can turn to our team at Gibson Custom Construction for help. We have extensive experience in home remodeling, and you can count on us to transform your home into one that will keep you and your family comfortable for years to come.
Over the years, our team has seen our fair share of home remodeling mistakes, so we have put together this article to go over some of the most common errors to avoid. These include:
- Not Thinking Long-Term. One mistake people often make when it comes to home remodeling is not thinking on a long enough timeline. Think about how long you plan to live in your home and what changes might occur within that time. For example, if you have small kids, you should design their space to suit them once they become teens and young adults, not just when they are little. Similarly, if you plan to live in your home into retirement and beyond, we encourage you to use accessible design to make sure you can still get around easily as you age.
- Neglecting Floorplan Flow. Another mistake people make in their home remodeling projects is not giving enough thought to the floorplan. Really think about what it will be like to live in the home as designed. What will it be like to walk around in? Is there a smooth flow of traffic from room to room? Will the washer and dryer next to someone’s bedroom wall cause noise issues? Thinking through these things ahead of time will help you ensure the finished space is comfortable for all.
- Hiring the Cheapest Contractor. A third common home remodeling mistake is hiring the contractor with the lowest estimate. Quality work is not cheap, and if you go with the lowest bid for your project, you will likely end up with a lot of cut corners. Instead, choose a contractor who charges a fair, competitive price that reflects the true value of the labor.