Breathing a new lease of life into your home and working on renovations can be incredibly rewarding. With so many ideas and inspirations around us, it’s hard not to let our enthusiasm get the better of us.
It’s key to make sure you’re prepared to renovate your home and have your budget figured out before work gets carried out.
Check for Renovation Restrictions
If your home was built around 1840 or earlier, it’s like that it’s listed. Checking that your home is able to be renovated can be done by using this website; British Listed Buildings. If your home is listed on this site, you will need to apply for permission to make alterations to it.
Even painting a listed home is unauthorised so be sure to check that out before you carry out any work.
Get Insurance for Renovation
If you have home insurance, contents insurance or building insurance, check what cover you have, you may not be covered for extensive building work.
Carrying out work before this is checked could lead to your insurance becoming void.
The most advisable thing to do is take out a renovations insurance which will cover the work being done and if you need to move out whilst work is being done.
Asses Building Condition
Knowing the condition of the building and what you’re working up against will be a huge benefit. Ensure the building is weather tight and that any missing windows or doors are covered up to ensure there is no damage done to the building whilst you’re restoring it.
Work Out Costs
Before beginning the project, you should evaluate and understand the costs of the renovation to check that it is financially viable. Speaking with a professional contractor like Craig at CA Plasterers can help you access the extent of the work that needs doing and advise you on what the best course of action is.
Hire a Trustworthy Contractor
Whether you need skimming, rendering, screeding, dry lining, coving, soundproofing or coving, CA Plasterers can help. Craig has a wealth of experience and knowledge in assisting with home renovations and has worked on many projects, big and small.
If you would like to speak to Craig for advice on your project, get in touch using the form below.
|
|
