Two of the most important rooms of the home are the bathroom and the kitchen. Of course remodeling one of these rooms can be a big project. Giving a bathroom a remodel can do wonders for a home.
The first step for homeowners to take is to make a plan. Start with a budget, a work schedule and a date range. A well-thought-out plan will help bring your vision to reality. It is not a good idea to randomly replace items with no rhyme or reason.
Start with making a list of the items that you would like to update or replace. Be sure to determine if you want this to be a small cost-friendly update or a huge overhaul. A cost-friendly way to update would be to keep your vanity cabinet but just replace cabinet doors, paint it or replace the hardware.
If you can’t decide whether to do a small facelift or a major renovation then list the ways your bathroom space serves you. A big functionality is the storage space. Having enough storage space is a must.
Research when planning the budget, take a look at the national average cost for remodeling a bathroom and start from there. Once you found the national average, narrow your search down to your local area to budget the cost. Forbes reports the U.S. national average is $10,000. According to where you are located in the country a remodel can cost anywhere from $2,500 to $30,000.
If cost is an issue, then doing some of the labor yourself can cut down on the cost. If you are taking on the labor, then just price out the items you will need. Not having to worry about labor costs can really help.
If things are out of your skillsets such as plumbing or electrical work, then you will need to hire a professional. If you can afford it, hiring a general contractor is best. They not only will coordinate all the projects and keep them on track but will also work out any permits you might need. According to HomeGuide, a general contractor will charge around 10% – 20% of the total cost of your project.
A bathroom remodel is a great way to increase your home’s value. Since this is one of the most used rooms in a home, improving it in any way is a bonus. Be familiar with your local housing market. This can determine how much the exact return on your investment will be.
A local Realtor can help you with this decision. Contact them to find out more about your local housing market.
