Costly Home Improvement Don’ts

Everyone gets their hands dirty with home improvements from time to time. Some home projects are easier than others, with that a little prep and a few precautions on your next project can help save you money and help you avoid having to do the job over again. Follow these tips for a smoother home improvement process!

Don’t Ignore Safety

This applies to any home improvement project, both big and small, safety first. By simply taking extra precautions such as wearing safety goggles, not overloading outlets, and turning off breakers you will decrease your chances of disaster. These precautions will only take you a few minutes, rather than spending a few extra hours to days fixing a problem you have now caused, and resulting in you losing money.

Don’t Skip the Primer

The key to any successful paint job is always prep. Using a coat of primer will not only seal the surface, but provide durability and create a solid bond for the paint to adhere. If you are painting latex over latex and the colors have similar intensity you may not need primer.

Hire a Real Professional 

If you’ve started a project, or have one in mind that is too big of a task for you, then you may need to hire a professional. Be sure to hire someone who is well qualified for the job, do some research when looking for any professional help. You can of course google professionals in your area on a reputable website, or even reach out to friends and family for recommendations. Never let anyone other than a licensed electrician repair or alter the wiring in your home, the same goes for plumbing. If you chose to hire someone without a license you may end up doing more damage to your home than good, and will end up paying to fix the issues that occur.

Don’t Forget Ductless HVAC Systems

Consider getting an energy efficient ductless heating and cooling system as an addition while you’re remodeling. Because you will already most likely have the necessary parts of your home exposed, you won’t have to worry about installing or redoing any duct work, saving you both time and energy!

Don’t Forget About the Subfloor

If you’ve opt’d for laminate flooring, you need to remember laminate requires a sub floor. An underlayment / vapor barrier is needed for almost any surface it’s being installed on. This barrier will not only protect it from moisture, but will also help soundproof the flooring. Hardwood floors also need an even subfloor, they should be compound to ensure a level surface. If you’re laying down tile in a bathroom or kitchen, cement backer board should be used underneath.

Don’t Get the Wrong Style Window

The wrong style windows can actually have consequences on both the interior and exterior of your home. When choosing windows for your home, make sure not only the style matches the appearance and architecture of your home, but on the inside the window is still efficient. Remember windows can affect the light of your home, ventilation and temperature. If not done properly you may end up spending more money to fix the issues.

Get the Necessary Building Permits

The last thing you want to do is spend time, energy, and money building a beautiful deck addition to later find out it has to be ripped down because you didn’t get the proper permits. It’s important you find out the rules and regulations for building permits, codes, and inspections before you start any remodeling project.

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