The contractor you choose to complete your home renovation project could mean the difference between years of enjoyment with the upgrades you’ve made in your home, or endless headaches and frustration for that one little detail that wasn’t done right (or worse, that one huge mistake).
Read on to consider some of the important factors that should go into your decision.
The Pre-Construction Process
Before you can start on your home renovation, whether it’s upsizing, downsizing, building out a rental unit or any other changes you’re making to your home, you need to have a clear roadmap for the work ahead.
This begins with a detailed inspection and estimation process.
The last thing you want is to start a project based on ballpark quotes. That’s a big red flag. Your contractor should conduct a thorough inspection of the planned work area, as well as in-depth troubleshooting to get the clearest picture possible of any problems or obstacles that might slow completion of the project or increase costs.
A professional contractor who has your best interests in mind will identify potential issues beforehand and communicate them to you, while also defining them clearly in your contract.
Remember, the cheapest option isn’t always the best option. And “cheap” quotes made without careful and detailed forward planning can end up being not so cheap in the end.
To avoid such confusion, you want to work with a contractor who practices foresight and careful planning to ensure your budget and timeline have wiggle room for any changes that may need to be made during the renovation process.
Make sure the pre-construction process with your contractor of choice is dialed in, and you’ll be well on your way to a successful, top quality home renovation project.
Materials Matter
It can be tempting to decrease overall costs by choosing lower quality materials. This may be appropriate for some home renovation projects, but always consider the long term implications of this choice.
It may save money in the short term, but can lead to problems that need to be addressed sooner than expected. In such cases, you may find yourself doing another renovation to make up for the lower quality materials that didn’t stand the test of time.
Investing in higher quality materials the first time around can help avoid this issue and in fact save you money and stress over the long term (while also increasing the value of your home).
Craftsmanship Counts
This one goes without saying but can be overlooked in the whole process of inspection, estimation, planning, purchasing materials, scheduling subcontractors, and so on. Does your contractor work with sub-trades who share a firm commitment to superior craftsmanship?
They should.
At Factory Edge we look at our role as more than a contractor–we see the artistry in our work and the superior quality we produce as a result of our expert planning and attention to detail.
When choosing a contractor for your home renovation project, it’s not unreasonable to ask about how they approach their work and if attention to detail is important to them. You’re spending big money and you want to be certain there won’t be any cutting of corners.
Cutting corners has as much of an impact on long term quality as choice of materials. These details add up and can mean the difference between a renovation that lasts for 20 years or one that needs to be re-done in 5.
So take the time to get to know your contractor and get a sense of their commitment to quality, and you’ll be in the right hands.
A Track Record of Top Quality Work
How your contractor approaches your project is a good indicator of the quality of work they’ve done in the past.
First impressions matter, so if your contractor comes in and conducts a thorough feasibility assessment you can rest assured they’ll execute each step of the process with that same professionalism.
At Factory Edge we’re proud to have a long list of wonderful clients who are thrilled at the home renovations we’ve completed for them. We’re driven by a “Do Whatever It Takes” attitude, and our track record shows it.
Take a virtual walk through any of the homes we’ve renovated and you’ll see that our passion for excellence shines through in all the details.
So if you’re searching for a general contractor that checks all the boxes of professionalism, expert planning, superior craftsmanship, and candid communication throughout the whole process, you can contact us for a free consultation here.
We’d love to make your next home renovation dream a reality.
