It’s no secret that renovation costs have risen in the past year, with many of us noticing the disrupted supply chain offers less choices and delays are more common than ever. While this is only a temporary setback in the construction industry, we understand the frustration that comes along with it.
To offset the rise in renovation costs, we have put together a list of home remodel budgeting tips to keep your renovation costs down. There are areas of the home you can save or splurge on, but knowing how to allocate your budget can get complicated. Follow our guide to adjust your budget to balance out these rising renovation costs.
Adjust Expectations
Unfortunately, we do need to adjust our expectations in times like these when there’s high demand, a shortage of building materials and supply chain issues. We can’t go into a renovation comparing it to prices or availability from a few years ago, because the times are not the same.
Hire Design-Build Professionals
Design-build professionals have the knowledge and experience to give you the best bang for your buck with your home remodel. Our Long Island contractors can offer similar alternatives to materials that might not be available or have exceeded your price range. We will keep your budget on track, while offering honest feedback about timelines and estimates.
Determine Wants and Needs
Outline your clear wants and needs so that it’s easier to create a budget. If there are certain design features or materials that would be nice to have but aren’t a dealbreaker, that’s when you start to look for alternatives to offset the high cost.
Be Open to Generic Brands
When it comes to appliances or building materials, generic brands can often provide the same look as name brands. Using generic brands allows you to achieve the same look at a portion of the price.
Consider Different Materials
This goes back to hiring the professionals who have been there and done that. We can guide you towards different building materials you might not have considered before, which will bring your costs down.
Center Island Contracting is your local contractor of choice for home remodels on the north shore of Nassau county, Long Island in towns like Oyster Bay, Manhasset, Plainview, Jericho, etc. Our qualified professional Long Island contractors are here to help you renovate the home of your dreams. With the knowledge about local and New York State laws, our staff can answer all your questions and streamline the entire process. Email us or call (516) 481-4707.
