5 Tips for Preparing For a Painting and Renovation Project in Ottawa, Ontario

Have you finally decided to start a total or partial renovation of your house to offer you more comfort, space or simply to rejuvenate your home?

A renovation project must be consistent with your priorities, your budget, and your expectations.

As you will notice, preparation is the keyword for any project.
Moreover, the renovation work could generate certain stress, hence the need to be well prepared to manage the multiple decisions as well as the changes that will occur in your daily life when the work begins.

In this article, we share some key things to keep in mind when planning and preparing for a home painting and renovation project in Ottawa, Ontario;

List The Priorities

In any renovation project, the first thing to do will surely be to take a sheet and a pencil and list the priorities.
You will agree that the renovation of a leaking roof, will take priority over the installation of the new ergonomic kitchen that makes you dream so much.

Establishing your priorities will help you set a budget that is more realistic and that will be in line with your needs.
Moreover, this list of priorities should only contain work that you cannot handle yourself (painting, electricity, plumbing, excavation).

Define Your Renovation Needs

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In the event of major renovations, you might need to hire an architect to draw the plans. In most cases, municipalities require professionally signed plans to grant you a permit for your renovations.

You can also hire a building engineer to diagnose the condition of your home.
Thus, you will have a professional look at the necessary renovations and the feasibility of the work.
The engineer can also study your electrical, electronic, or sanitary installations to ensure their conformity.

If you’re repainting your home, at the very least, define the surfaces/items you want to be painted (interior, exterior, furniture, exterior deck, etc.), paint color, etc.

Establish a budget for your renovation project

The budget stage is essential, it will make your work possible.
Before contacting contractors, you will need to budget for your renovations.
If you don’t have a specific budget, estimate at least a price range.

This range will allow you to know what is possible to do in the short and medium-term for your home.
Also, don’t forget to budget for possible unforeseen events (around 10% to 15% more) than your initial budget to cover unforeseen overruns.
Each house has its secrets and the older your house, the greater the risk of discovering surprises that will inflate the bill.

Also, contact the contractor to find out what material will be used. Depending on your means, the latter can support you in your project and advise you.
For every budget, there is a suitable type of material.

Find a Contractor

Once you’ve established your needs and budget, it’s time to find a contractor.
They can study your request and prepare a detailed estimate for you.
Remember that it is recommended to compare 3 or 4 certified contractors before choosing.

So, forget the handyman who remodeled your brother-in-law’s neighbor’s bathroom and call in a certified professional who will be a specialist in his field.
A true professional contractor that is experienced and has the necessary permits to practice (these permits go hand in hand with insurance that protects you.

If you need help with repainting your home in Ottawa, Ontario, our team at Millers Painting can help.

We offer high-quality interior painting, staining, and refinishing services in Kanata, Nepean, Barrhaven, and Westboro areas of Ottawa, Ontario.

To give us a try, book a FREE estimate or call us on 613-979-5435.

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