Getting ready for a remodel

Let’s face it — remodeling is stressful!  The best way to battle this is to be as prepared as possible.  Here are some points to reflect on to ease the process.


~ Workmanship.  Expect the highest of industry standards and quality workmanship.  However, don’t expect to get too much more than you’re investing.

~ Protect your belongings and cover furniture and carpeting.  Some customers use this time to have draperies and upholstery cleaned.  You won’t believe the dust that remodeling creates.  Your professional contractor will also help you to cover and protect the work area.

~ Stay composed, keep calm and flexible.  Time-clocking workers only build resentment and won’t save a penny or speed up work.

~ Win cooperation from workers and contractors with good, basic human relations.  Nothing makes them work harder than a word of appreciation or an unexpected pot of coffee. 

~ Expect the unexpected.  No one can prepare you for all the unforeseen incidents that may transpire.  It’s hard to imagine all the things that could go wrong: late deliveries, strikes, shipment shortages, wrong parts, oversights, rain, on-the-spot changes, etc.  Tearing down a wall may uncover a problem that demands plan revisions.

~ There are going to be decisions required during the remodeling process, some of which may not be easy.  Post the builder’s phone number by your telephone in case a question arises during construction.  To avoid confusion, delegate only one family spokesman.  

~ Consider the logistics involved in delivering, shipping, and ordering materials and making the best use of the tradesperson’s time and skill.

Northwest Total Home, Inc. fully understands the stresses that occur during construction and do everything we can to make it as easy as possible for you!  We know that every project we embark on starts with building a strong foundation!