This document outlines the steps for a successful home renovation project. It discusses planning the scope, budget, and timeline to balance priorities. Proper contractor selection involves research, bids from multiple contractors, and signed agreements detailing the work. The renovation process includes obtaining permits, addressing changes, payments, inspections, and follow up to ensure quality results. Planning, contractor selection, managing the process and follow up are key to a successful renovation project.
2. Four Steps to a
Successful Renovation
①  Have a plan
②  Find a contractor
③  The renovation process
④  Follow up and measure results
8. Four Steps to a
Successful Renovation
①  Have a plan
②  Find a contractor
③  The renovation process
④  Follow up and measure results
38. Finding a Contractor
Ø  Local bandit signs
Ø  Online search
Ø  Neighborhood work
Ø  Referral/word of mouth
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43. Do Your Homework
Ø  Ask for references and photos from
recent projects
§  Did the project meet their expectations?
§  How were the workers and subs?
§  How was the SCOPE, TIME, MONEY,
QUALITY?
44. Ask Questions
Ø Are they licensed? Ask for copy
Ø Do they have insurance? Ask for copy
Ø Ask for workers comp information
Ø How long have they been in business for and
what is there area of expertise?
Ø How much money do they require as a down
payment for the work?
Ø How much time do they expect the project to
take?
Ø How long do they guarantee their work?
45. Professionalism
Ø Do they have a standard contract?
Ø Do they recommend permits?
Ø Do they guarantee their work?
Ø Appearance/demeanor/behavior/language
Ø Branding?
47. Four Steps to a
Successful Renovation
①  Have a plan
②  Find a contractor
③  The renovation process
④  Follow up and measure results
53. Building Permits
Ø  No work starts until you see building permits
Ø  Common exemptions: painting, flooring,
replacing doors, light fixtures, door hardware
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62. Final Sign-Off
Ø  Walk through renovated space with contractor
Ø  Use scope of work and any change of work orders
as a sign off; both initial items complete
Ø  Inspect for any damage done by contractor or subs
Ø  Make final payment only when:
² Work is complete
² Any damage is repaired
² Your are 100% satisfied with the work
Ø  Give a testimonial and ask for a testimonial
63. Four Steps to a
Successful Renovation
①  Have a plan
②  Find a contractor
③  The renovation process
④  Follow up and measure results
64. Follow up and
Measure Results
Ø  Check the renovations after 30 days, 90 days and 1 year
Ø  Make note of material and labour durability
Ø  Re-use durable materials and labour
Ø  Discontinue use of poor materials and labour