Before work starts, clear all spaces where professionals will be working, as well as walkways they will use to access these areas. Remove valuables and breakables to avoid damage and cover furniture in areas where paint or dust could harm upholstery.
Keep other considerations in mind. For example, if you’re renovating the kitchen, you may need to create a temporary food prep area.
When selecting a contractor, be sure they have references, certification and an understanding of the project. For example, when tackling window and door projects, we recommend hiring an Andersen Certified Contractor to do the job. These contractors receive product training, installation resources, offer an exclusive two-year limited installation warranty, and their expertise and experience in an extensive range of residential projects means they’re able to capture your vision for your home and work with you to provide the right products.
Bottom line: working with reputable professionals makes all the difference in the quality of the work and the materials used to complete the project.
Talk to your contractor about what COVID-19 measures they practice to help keep help keep your family and their employees safe. Find out whether they’re following CDC guidelines for businesses, including always wearing a mask, social distancing whenever possible and frequent hand washing.
Also, ask if they offer virtual consultations that allow you to start the process contact-free.
Prioritize projects that will potentially raise the resale value of your home. According to FortuneBuilders, the top 10 greatest returns on investment for home renovations include bathroom and kitchen remodels, landscaping, replacing entry doors and replacing windows.
It also helps to select products that come with transferrable warranties. This will give your property a tangible leg-up on the market when it’s time to sell.
