Master Builders & Restoration Inc. can make your Portland Home Improvement dreams into realities! We have over twenty five years experience in home remodeling in Portland, and have worked along side countless home owners with their Portland Home Remodeling. Home improvement can be very stressful if you don’t plan accordingly, which is why so many happy customers have trusted Master Builders & Restoration Inc.’s home remodeling expertise for theirPortland Kitchen Remodeling project!
Home Remodeling (also known as Home Renovation) can rapidly increase the value of your Portland home, and will certainly increase the joy and happiness of the family residing in it. By maintaining and improving what is likely your largest asset, your home, you will ensure that your house continues to increase in value. And your home remodel will put a smile on your face!
Cosmetic Changes vs. Home Remodeling
You know how you want to remodel your home. You have the perfect visions of color and comfort, and you know what exactly needs to be done. The front porch could use a coat of fresh paint. The hardwood floors need to be sanded down and restained. These are all examples of cosmetic changes that are personal preferences that we’re more than happy to help you with! Cosmetic changes offer dramatic Portland home remodeling results, even on a budget!
To keep the cost of remodeling in Portland, OR from rapidly inflating, it is best to set a reasonable budget and then decide on the most cost-effective home remodeling projects within your budget. Your budget can also help determine what cosmetic changes and major home renovations you can afford.
A common misconception that many homeowners have is that any home improvements will automatically increase the value of their property. However, industry professionals such as home appraisers and remodeling contractors can give a more accurate estimate. Cosmetic changes such as paint, flooring and window treatments are matters of personal taste, and will add the least amount of value to a home. On the other hand, adding new cabinets, appliances, and maximizing your floor plan will have much larger return on investments.
Home improvement plans vary depending on the scope, size, and budget of the project. The steps outlined below may overlap, and it should be noted that changing one portion of your plan will require changes in other parts of the plan. With that being said, almost every Portland Home Remodeling plan will include these five steps:
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Dream It
There is no accounting for taste — afterall, you are the one who will primarily enjoy the benefits of your home renovation! It is important that you your remodeling concept matches the existing style and decor of your home. For example, clashing rustic cabinets may look out-right silly on your Spanish style villa.
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Design It
Ignoring your budget, what is the ideal floor plan of your new home remodel? Do you require major modifications like removing a wall, or moving electrical or plumbing components? There are often multiple solutions to any home design, which will be largely determined by the next step in your home renovation checklist.
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Paying for It
Establishing a budget early on will ensure your project is completed on budget. We will work hand in hand with you to make sure your project is completed within your budget. It is important to remember that anything not included in the original contract will likely cost extra, so it is a good idea to have a budget surplus for any last minute modifications. It is very tempting to immediately start on your home renovation project, with the intentions of modifying and expanding the original plan. This is why it is to important to create and adhere to a budget, or you might find that your home renovation costs will be over budget and your increase your time line.
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Permits and Codes
After reviewing your remodeling plan, we will take care of the entire permit process, drawing up the renovation plans, applying for the permits and scheduling all necessary inspections.
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Timing
We pride ourselves in establish clear time frames for your home renovation. We take into account seasonality factors — we do live in the rainy Northwest, after all. We will be sure to give you reasonable expectations for you Portland home remodeling!
We hope that we have provided some insight for your Portland home remodeling project! We are always happy to provide free estimates and design consultations for your home improvement; call us at (503) 380-0257 or schedule an estimate today!
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