Introduction
Renovating your house is one of the happy moments of your life. You get to fulfil your dreams of making your house look beautiful. This can be the best experience of your life. However, it can become a tiring process. Living in your house during renovation has pros and cons. This blog by TXN Remodeling n Construction will indulge in the details of living in the same house during renovation. We will discuss the advantages and disadvantages. Furthermore, practical solutions to continue daily life and tips for a peaceful existence will be shared.
Defining the renovation process
Before going into detail of pros and cons of living in a house during the renovation process, let’s discuss what renovation actually is. Renovation is defined as the act or process of repairing and improving something, especially a building. It ranges from simple cosmetic changes to complete overhaul of the house. It has different types. These are discussed below.
Types of renovation
General renovation types are these
Kitchen remodeling
The kitchen is an integral part of the home. There are variety of kitchen remodeling services. It includes layout design to change the kitchen’s overall look, and cabinetry is designed to offer different materials and new styles. Lastly, it makes space for appliances to provide a modern look.
Bathroom updates
There are Various types of renovation services for bathrooms.These include custom-made showers and bathtubs, which will give you your spa with modern features. Moreover, a space is designed to maximize your bathroom space. Last but not least, tile work is used to increase the beauty and create a durable floor.
Room or Story addition in house
You may add a room or a complete story in your house. If a new family member is coming in the house such as a baby. Then, there might be need for renovation.
Making an outdoor kitchen.
Outdoor kitchen is an extra facility you can avail if you have a large family gathering. This can be fun plus cooking experience. Thus, an important renovation in your house.
Estimating the timeline
Renovation timeline varies greatly depending upon the project. Simple changes in the washroom or kitchen may take a few hours. Painting the house can take a week. However, a complete overhaul of the house may take a few weeks.
Client-renovator communication
Contracts like TXN Remodeling N Construction maintain close contact with the client. Hence, clear goals are set. Both sides know their roles. Thus, making the process easy for clients.
Advantages of living in your house during renovation
Living in your house during renovation may result in many advantages. Some of them are given below.
Saving extra bucks
Staying temporarily away from home in a rental place or hotel can cost you extra money. You may end up spending more on the outside than on renovation. However, staying at home can save that money. This money can be used for renovation. Hence, giving more chances to the renovators to beautify your house.
Closer observation of renovation work
Staying on site helps you observe the work closely. You can see the progress. If there are any issues, you can discuss with your contractor to sort out. Continuous communication can be maintained with the contractor. Staying close helps you execute the work according to your plans. It certainly avoids any disparity from your plans.
Maintaining an emotional balance of your body
Shifting at néw place can be exhausting. Then adjustments at the new place takes time. This takes a lot of weight on your body. Moreover, you may not like the new place. Hence, causing more concerns. Therefore, staying at home saves you from these issues. Thus maiming your peace of mind.
Saving the fatigue of shifting
Shifting your things for the settlement at a new place can be an exhausting process. You have to pick everything at your home. Pack it. Transfer it. Then, at New Place, you have to unbox things and settle them. This is a long process. In addition to that, after the renovation work is completed, you have to repeat the same process. This can damage your mental as well as financial health. Thus, staying at home saves you from all this fatigue.
Staying in-house can save damaged equipment during the Shifting
Many utensils of the house are made up of glass and plastic. During the Shifting, they have to bear the brunt of force. This may end up breaking some things. Hence, your wife may end up losing her favorite dinner set during Shifting. Thus, if you stay at home, all this fuss can be avoided.
Disadvantages of staying at home during renovation
Alongside the advantages, there are some downsides of staying at home during the renovation. These are discussed below.
Noise and disturbance
The renovation process can be noisy. Moreover, people working in your home can cause disturbances. You constantly have to adjust to the ongoing work. Noise can be irritating. Furthermore, if you are working from home, this can be a challenging period for you. Thus, you might often be frustrated.
Disturbing the functional area of the house
With the renovation going on, you are left with the limited space in your home. As most of the space is taken up by the builders and renovators. Moreover, junk created due to work leaves a limited area of the house clear. You have to reset your kitchen outside or in a new place. Bedroom may also have to be changed. Thus, This can be frustrating.
Danger of life safety
Staying in a home where renovation work is going on can be hazardous. There are tools and loose places. Especially if you have a child or pet in the house, it can be more dangerous.
Guidelines to help make your experience a little better while living in a house during renovation.
If you decide to live in a house during renovation, TXN Remodeling N Construction company has the following tips for you.
Set realistic expectations and plan accordingly
The first and most important step is setting the expectations during the renovation process. If you have decided to live in a house, you must get accustomed to a few steps. Firstly, no matter how much better the construction company is, there will be some disruption. Therefore, you must be ready for some sort of inconvenience. No matter how small the project is. The renovation will be challenging for your family. You might have to make some adjustments. Hence, the best thing you can have is a solid plan. Moreover, your builder must be your helper, not problem creator.
Developing clear boundaries with your building team
Secondly, there must be a clear discussion between you and your builder. After having a close discussion, you must plan what the working hours will be. What will be the timelines of events? How will the arrangement of renovation be? A manageable timetable must be set. Similarly, the working crew must be aware of their place. Where to set their camp? Where they can put their equipment and tools. If there is an issue and a change of plan is needed, it must be done with close coordination.
Preparing the area for renovation before the time
Thirdly, analyze the area. Collect anything that you use during your daily routine. Now, move these things to somewhere safe. Before the working team arrives, the working area must be cleared of things. So that, you don’t have to lose or break your things during work. Similarly, anything close to the working area that may get broken must also be removed. Such as tv, refrigerator etc should be moved. As they can catch dust. Second, they can get broken. Thus, moving things ahead of time will help you manage the renovation during hoke stay
Securing the safety of pets and children
When homeowners decide to stay at home during the renovation, they must develop certain boundaries. There must be a clear distinction between the working area and the safe area. Owners should communicate with builders and help each other out. With coordination, both develop a working area, entry and exit points, clearing of junk and dist and most importantly set out a work schedule
In addition to that, renovation areas can be dangerous due to open plumbing, electrical wiring, and tools etc. Kids and pets don’t understand the delicacy of the situation. Therefore, not only you must supervise them closely during working hours but also workers must be aware of them. It is better than an adult accompanying the pet or child.
Controlling dust pollution during construction
Despite the best efforts you make, it is impossible to keep the dust away from your house. Renovation process creates dust. No matter how hard you try to avoid it. Although good construction companies like TXN Remodeling N Construction take extra precautions to minimize the dust. We use zip walls to separate the working area from living apaches. Moreover, running HEPA air scrubbers to pull the debris from the air.
While our team will make sure to minimize the debris, you can do this too on your own. During the off time, you can clear, sweep or vacuum the places. Especially, if you have dust sensitive family members, you should clean regularly. Above all, you must separate the working area from the living area.
How to manage single bathroom
If you have a single washroom that is also under renovation. Or other washrooms are being renovated and you are down to a single bathroom. Then, this can be a difficult situation. However, you can tackle this by planning. First of all, you ought to discuss it with our team. They will tell you the time required to complete the renovation. Secondly, you should adjust your time to use the washroom. Shower times should be before or after working hours. Emergency washroom usage can be during break times.
Moreover, the crew may use the portable bathroom they bring in. They shouldn’t be allowed to use your bathrooms.
Setting up a temporary kitchen
Staying in a house when your kitchen is under renovation can be challenging. The kitchen is the most important place in the house. The availability of a kitchen makes the house a home. While the wait for a renovated kitchen is worth waiting for, it brings some difficulties. You need a place to cook or heat the food. It can’t be done in the old one as it is under maintenance. Therefore, coming up with a strategy for a temporary kitchen is wise. If weather permits, an outdoor kitchen is the best option. If not, a corner of the lounge may be used. In any case, thinking before time and implementing when needed is the key to avoiding any inconveniences.
Stay calm and be flexible.
No matter how good the company is, there are always setbacks in the renovation process. You may have to face work delays. Staying calm and maintaining a flexible attitude will help you cope up with these challenges. It is better to have a plan B. Extra time and money must be spared. So, if there is any setback, you have the chance to tackle it without any extra pressure.
It isn’t inconvenient to seek help
There should be no hesitation to ask someone to lend a helping hand. Your friends and relatives also have gone through this process and you have helped them. Therefore, it isn’t a big problem to ask to return the favour. In case of any need, they can lend you a helping hand.
Prepare for completion
As the renovation nears completion, so should your planning to rearrange the house. Plan and prepare for cleaning, arranging and reorganisation of your house. When the project is completed, start your work. So, you can enjoy the aesthetics of renovation.
Conclusion
Living in a home during a renovation can be both useful and challenging. While, it is not easy to stay but it can be managed with pre planning and right execution. Having the positive and flexible mindset can help you navigate the pros and cons of staying at home. Having constant communication with your contractor, maintaining boundaries and close monitoring will ensure a seamless renovation experience.
If you want to have such a smooth experience as well, contact TXN Remodeling N Construction company. Have your home renovated without inconvenience while staying at home.
