When is the best time for big remodeling projects?

When is the best time for big remodeling projects?

by | Mar 29, 2018 | Remodeling

In many cases, knowing the “perfect time” to remodel is the key to saving money on your next that must have project.

In our area spring and summer are seen as the “remodeling seasons.” While it’s true that sunny days with warmer weather are ideal for working outdoors, more can be said about doing those interior projects during the cold winter months. In many cases, knowing the “perfect time” to remodel is the key to saving money on the job. For example, Dependable Construction books less carpentry, window installations, kitchens and bathroom remodels in the wintertime; which can make it better and easier to get a better deal.

Applying the laws of supply and demand to your home remodeling projects makes a lot of sense. Just like Christmas decorations are cheapest on December 26th and Halloween candy is a bargain on November 1st, the prices for building materials also fluctuate throughout the year. Whether it’s paint, siding, windows or lumber you need, it pays to buy them when the cost is at an all-time low.

When is it foolish to remodel in the off-season?

In some parts of the Ohio it would be foolish to schedule a remodeling project during the winter months. For example, installing a pool in Sandusky, Ohio during the winter will not be wise because the ground is frozen solid. However, it does make sense to schedule these type of projects at the beginning or tail end of the season, when contractors like Dependable Construction have fewer projects on their schedule. Your project is likely to cost less, and some companies will have more time, allowing them to pay greater attention to detail than during the busy season.

What are the best times to remodel?

The answer to this question depends on the type of project a homeowner is planning. In most cases, the ideal time to start is one or two months ahead of time, before everyone else starts calling. Instead of waiting until mid-summer to exterior doors and windows, have them done in early spring. Remember that knowing when to schedule your project is often more about planning and less about the weather. Try to get your major remodeling projects planned well in advance of the actual start-date. Seasoned contractors like Dependable Construction will tell you, the best time to remodel is always early.

Spring and summer are not always the best time to remodel

By planning your projects well in advance, homeowners will be able to accumulate materials when they are cheapest and store them until it is time to start the job. But materials are not the only portion of the job with seasonal costs. Companies like Dependable Construction also have seasons or periods when they don’t have enough work to keep their guys busy, as well as busy seasons when they turn away jobs. A homeowner’s goal should be to find out when their labor is cheapest, and hire them during this time, it helps both parties.

Knowing when to remodel is not just about material cost, but about contractor’s availability as well. Dependable Construction has fix many job site where other contractors cut corners to save time so they could get to the next job site. Additionally, when every contractor within a 6 mile radius is putting in orders for new doors or replacement windows, there’s a greater chance that orders will get delayed or mixed up, causing everyone involved a little more aggravation!

Reach out to Dependable Construction to talk about your next remodel project. Call us on 937.318.9572 Please check us out on Facebook to see current jobs going on or visit our site dependabilityfirst.com

Tub Remodel

Tub Remodel

by | Feb 21, 2018 | Remodeling

Over view of the complete tub replacement project. Wish we could have done all the tile. Customer gets what they want.

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Relocate or Remodel?

Relocate or Remodel?

by | Feb 7, 2018 | Remodeling

There are some very helpful tools to determine if you should remodel or relocate, but like any major investment it all comes down to cost vs. benefit for every homeowner.

Anxious homeowners in Dayton, Ohio have been patiently waiting for the end of the housing crisis before putting their home on the market. Some homeowners have started to take a much different approach. Rather than “waiting it out”, some would-be sellers have decided to remodel and stay with some small home improvements. Remodeling can take the form of additions, enlarged kitchens, new bathrooms and more, and these give homeowners a reason to stay in their current home for a while longer, while the market moves more in their favor.

As a trusted remodeling contractor in Dayton, Ohio Dependable Construction, we’re often asked which rooms of the house have the greatest impact when considering resale value. We always inform homeowners a realtor is more aware of the statistics in terms of home sales, we recommend Tony Norvell with H.E. R. Realtors. However there are some very helpful tools to determine if you should remodel or relocate that we are able to help with. Like any major investment, it always comes down to cost vs. benefit.

Should You Remodel or Just Move?

After several years of steady declines in spending on home remodeling projects, we are starting to see the numbers are climbing up. One major drawback to the housing crisis for homeowners was the decline in home values, which reduced the amount of available home equity for borrowers. But this was just a “hiccup” when compared to the prospect of selling a home at a loss.

Here are some of the latest trends in home remodeling:

Instead of the common projects like remodeling the kitchen, adding a bathroom has become the most popular projects. For many homeowners, fixing up an existing room is often seen as a luxury, while adding another bathroom is a necessity. Homeowners have gotten a lot more practical about spending money on home improvements. Rather than hiring a contractor, more homeowners are starting do-it-yourself projects have become more popular on TV. Of course, not everyone can act as their own general contractor while maintaining a full or part time job. However the trend has remained steady because of the economic downturn. Homeowners are more economical in their choice of materials. The number of homeowners who reported using expensive building materials has decreased in the past five years. Overall, the percentage of homeowners using average costing materials has held steady.The number of consumers who are “excited” about remodeling continues to climb, primarily because so many homeowners waited it out until they felt the recession was over. Delaying a remodeling project turned out to be a good idea, since the cost of the average project is now 20 percent less than it was in 2006.

Is Now a Good Time to Buy?

While there are still many reasons to remodel, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to consider relocating as well. First time home-buyers have a unique advantage in that they don’t need to worry about selling a home. Mortgage rates are lower than ever, and real estate analysts expect to see higher prices next spring, so now would be a terrific time to buy a new home. Do consider that right now is a sellers market so you could end up paying more for a property.

Whether you decide to remodel or relocate, the good news for 2018 is that the Dayton, Ohio’s housing market is trending better than it has in quite a while. Buyers are less concerned about future home prices and homeowners are feeling confident about remodeling. If your looking to have a remodel project done in the near future give us a call at 937.318.9572

 

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