5 Ways To Jump Start Your Home Remodel - Part 1

After spending more time at home, over the last several years, you may be ready to change the look and feel of your house. Perhaps you are ready to upgrade your kitchen or add more space. Whatever the impetus, the thought crosses your mind: Maybe it’s time to start a home remodel. If you are having trouble figuring out how to approach your remodel, consider the following five simple steps to jump start the process.

Step 1: Gather Ideas

The first step is to develop an idea of what you want to do with your home remodel. Next, write a prioritized list of your needs and wants. There are many sources to find design ideas for your home remodeling project. Look at magazines and websites and collect pictures of homes or remodeling projects you like. The more clearly you can envision the project and describe it on paper, the better prepared you’ll be in making your decision.

Step 2: Think About How You Utilize Your Space

Think about traffic patterns, furniture size and placement, colors, lighting and how you expect to use the remodeled space. If your decision to remodel involves creating better access for someone with limited mobility, you may consider contacting a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist.

For more information on new home trends or how to find a home builder in ourcommunity, contact the Central Washington Home Builders Association at 509.454.4006 or www.CWHBA.org.