Scottsdale Remodeling Contractor offers Interior Design Services
May 28, 2014If you are planning a Scottsdale remodeling or interior design project, chances are good that your budget is a major concern. Between hiring the contractor, paying for supplies, and covering unexpected costs that crop up along the way, a home remodeling project may end up costing more than you had anticipated. If you are thinking about remodeling your home, the ideas below can help you save money on your Scottsdale remodeling project.
KEEP UTILITY LINES INTACT
Utility lines are the pipes and electrical wiring that is already in your house. Attempting to move these lines almost always requires the service of a professional, and can add quite a bit to your final costs. Keep these lines where they are by installing new lights, appliances, tubs, and sinks in the same spot where the old ones were, rather than trying to move them to a different part of the room.
GET SEVERAL ESTIMATES
If contractors know that they are in competition, they may be persuaded to shave a bit off their final estimate. Call in two or three contractors to inspect your remodeling plan, and get estimates from all of them. You then have the freedom of choosing the one that is most appealing to you.
DO IT YOURSELF
There are some aspects of your remodel that even the most dedicated home handyman probably would not want to tackle. However, the demolition that begins a remodel and the finish work that generally ends it are relatively easy and most homeowners can save money by doing them without the aid of workers or contractors.
INVESTIGATE IMITATION MATERIALS
The days of cheap-looking, tacky imitation wood and marble are more or less in the past. Newer imitation materials do a great job of replicating the real thing, so much so that they are generally indistinguishable even to the trained eye. Buying faux countertops, ceiling beams or wood floors is a great way to shave a little money off the final cost of your remodel.
With these tips, you may be able to save big bucks on your remodeling project in Scottsdale. Call (480) 991-1993 today to learn more about the Scottsdale remodeling services offered by Legacy Design Build Remodeling.
