Home renovation: how to plan it to achieve it successfully

Home remodeling can be a real hassle. If you want it to be successful and the process to be at least pleasant, don’t forget to plan it in detail and turn to a good professional. Working at home is a process that can change our life, so if you are thinking of making a reform (small or total) and you want it to be successful, you must take into consideration a series of aspects that make it peaceful. and beautiful Before you start, you should evaluate what your needs are and how you can solve them. Once you have a clear idea of ​​what you want to rehabilitate, it is important to write down a work order (plan it) and turn to the professionals.

Before renovating the house

Our advice is to start by making a list of what you want/need to change. Make sure it is complete; It is not worth adding things once the reform has started, this is the best way to perpetuate works that will increase in cost. In this list it is necessary to include the environments you wish to transform, thinking about the possibility that they may require structural and plant modifications…, but also any aesthetic finishes. Always keep in mind whether it is a necessary reform, whether it is something that can be postponed, etc., but above all how it will improve the quality of your life and that of your family.

Right now we need to know what our economic capacity is, develop everything we have included in that list and cut (or not) everything that is superfluous. With clear ideas, we recommend that you consult specialized sites that have simulators or budget calculators, they will help you decide on the steps to follow and the amount to invest. In many cases the same pages offer the possibility of making online estimates. It is also necessary to consult the autonomous communities and municipalities, because in many cases they have help for the renovation of a house.

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Go to a professional

The approach of an architecture firm is the best option when it comes to renovating the house, be it a small room or the entire house. At this time, and considering that the cost of a work is important, we advise you to ask for different budgets and be guided by the one that offers the best quality/price ratio. Always request written guarantees for the period of execution of the work, the quality of materials and finishes and its after-work service (repair of damage to walls, windows that do not close, cracked tiles, etc.). Ask them for the possibility to see the evolution of the work in 3D images (it will help you understand the result of each step) and ask them to offer you solutions for the structure, the distribution of space, but also the aesthetics; all accompanied by your budget, divided and updated. This planning work, home visits and definition of the project can last from a month to a month and a half and has an economic cost that you will have to pay regardless of whether you carry out the work with this professional or if, in the end, you decide for another. In any case, especially if it involves large works, you must remember that you will have to request building permission from your municipality, which only a collegiate architect can request, and notify your neighbors.

You also need to think about the efficiency of the home

Once the entire process is mapped out and you know what improvements to make, it’s a good time to think about the efficiency of your home. Remember that in order to sell or buy buildings an energy assessment is necessary, also it is something that will translate into the comfort of the house when you enjoy it. Think about the possibility of installing a home automation system and making it a little more long-lasting, you will save on energy and on water and electricity bills.

What is an eco-sustainable house?

It is a space that takes advantage of natural conditions to reduce energy consumption as much as possible. Since it is not always possible to reach it completely, we help you with small gestures that will allow you to take care of the environment and save energy (and money): control the temperature (winter 21º during the day and around 17º at night; summer 26º maximum); turn off household appliances at night; choose cheap or LED bulbs; purchase highly energy efficient appliances (A++); install good windows and glass; and insulate the house with curtains and shutters.

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How much does it cost?

Everything will depend on the amount of work, the possible need to remove the dividing walls and install new ones, the systems to be renovated (which is very expensive), the materials and finishes… Although it is difficult to calculate, and varies depending on the city you live in, an indicative price is €1,000/m2.