Wednesday, March 27, 2019

Spring Benefits in Home Improvement

After months of cold weather that has left us stranded inside our homes, we all have a list of improvements we would like to see done on our homes.  It is easy to find all of the imperfections, big and small, throughout your home when there is nothing else to focus on.  With spring finally around the corner, it is the perfect time to reach out to professional contractors to start crossing off items on your renovation list.  Here’s why:

You Can Use Your Tax Return

Many Americans have recently filed their taxes and are expecting a return from the IRS.  Without an action plan most tax return checks dwindle away on unplanned expenses.  Instead of letting that money get eaten up by nonsense put the money to good use and invest in your home.  By directing the money towards a renovation that you can enjoy for years to come you won’t spend the next year wondering where the money from your tax return was wasted. 

You Will Be Prepared for The Summer Selling Season

A popular time of the year to purchase a home is between the spring and summer.  If you are thinking about selling your home soon then it is crucial to plan for it and start to prepare.  Little updates around your home can substantially increase the value of your home and the speed at which it sells.  Now is the time to make a game plan and renovate where it counts.

Good Weather Keeps Projects on Task

Without the snow and ice getting in the way remodeling projects tend to stick to their schedule.  There are fewer disruptions in transit with better weather, so materials arrive on time and are ready to go as needed.  Projects tend to take longer during extreme temperatures both hot and cold.  Spring is the perfect time for completing a renovation project within the scheduled allotment of time.

Contractor Availability

The fact is that contractors have more availability in the spring.  Contractors are notoriously busy during the summer, in fact booking months in advance for prime summer spots.  The sooner you meet with a contractor and get your project on the books the more likely it is that you will have more than one contractor to choose from during the available time frame you are hoping to work within.
The contractors at Jason Foldenauer Construction are ready this spring to offer you a free in-home consultation to get started on your list of home remodeling projects.  Let us help you get your project up off the ground today!

JFC Remodeling is a full-service licensed contractor out of Howell, Michigan.  Specializing in kitchen and bathroom renovations, flooring upgrades, and home remodeling services.  More information can be found online at https://jfcremodeling.com/.

Friday, March 15, 2019

Key Elements To Consider When Deciding On A Home Renovation

Have you started to become flustered by the lack of space or look of your home?  Have you been working with a realtor to find a new home and haven’t been able to find your dream house?  Maybe you are just about ready to sell but your house needs a few updates? No matter the reason, there area options for homeowners looking to hire a professional home contractor when looking into options for updating and modifying their homes to fit their current needs.

Lots of renovations start because your family changes and the layout of the home is not working for you any longer.  Lots of renovations start in one room and then leak into other parts of the house.   Before you know it, you are looking at remodeling your whole house. Obviously, this turns a project that should be easily handled into a great undertaking.

There are a number of decisions that need to be made in any renovation.  Choices need to be made considering the budget, the purpose of the renovation, materials to be used, and so much more. Remodeling your home is an investment that should always be done in a manner that increases the value of your home. That is why having a plan in place prior to starting any renovation is important. 
Any renovation, big or small, should never start because of an idea that jumps into your head one afternoon or a solid Pinterest idea.  There is too much to consider and often ends up leading to mid-project changes.  In remodeling it is crucial to have a plan that allows you to think out every step leading you to improvements in your space.  A well thought-out, well researched renovation requires a plan. 

In order to know what you want it is important to have a vision.  You can determine a lot by looking through magazines, websites, and home improvement stores for ideas. Homeowners have their own desires for what they want from their renovations.  Consider the layout of the home as well as how the space functions.  Make a list of your must haves when creating a definitive plan for your renovation.

The size of the space is also important when considering your renovation.  Are you remodeling a room, a few rooms, or the whole house?  Are you going to add the square footage of the home by adding on or are you renovating within the space you currently have?  These decisions will need to take into consideration of the budget.

Along with the above, consider the style and design of the other room within the house when merging the décor of your renovation.  When hiring a contractor consider their ideas and suggestions.  Local contractors also have industry connections which can help ensure the project stays on a proper time line.  Hiring sub-contractors, plumbers, electricians, and carpenters is simpler when working in conjunction with a contractor that you trust.

JFC Remodeling is a full-service licensed contractor out of Howell, Michigan.  Specializing in kitchen and bathroom renovations, flooring upgrades, and home remodeling services.  More information can be found online at https://jfcremodeling.com/.