Home Renovation Checklist
Take into consideration
Have a professional inspect your roof, including the gutters , flashing and downpipes
Find out whether you have adequate loft insulation
Inspect your exterior paintwork and if any is peeling away, make sure you buy new paint that is durable and weatherproof
Examine your windows and doors
If your garden needs a makeover, employ the services of a professional gardener to cut back an overgrown garden and then carry out regular maintenance
Layout
Removing walls in order to connect different rooms to expand some areas
Converting and furnishing your attic or basement can be a more cost-effective way of increasing some space.
Building an extension
Floors
Replace the carpets with laminated hardwood floors to have a modern look
For the tiled floors, consider renewing the tiles for a modern look
Electrical
Make sure the electrical service panel inspected
Check that your electrical outlets are working correctly
Consider the lightning and assess whether the existing light fixtures and fittings need replacing
Inspect the light switches to make sure they are working properly
Assess that you need any rewiring to allow you to have a security light outside on your porch
Plumbing
Replace older and galvanised pipes with the new ones
Clean old sewer pipes
Replace any outdated plumbing fixtures with the efficient and modern ones
Living room
If considering painting the walls, treat them like blank canvas and add colors, paintings, photographs, borders and other accessories
If considering renovating the fireplace, think about bioethanol fireplace
If considering renovating existing furniture, invest in throws, new cushions or cushion covers to complement the decor
Swap curtains or replace the curtains to have modern look
Bathroom
Check whether the ventilation is adequate or not
Create new storage place for toiletries
Change old-fashioned light fixtures in order have a modern look
Re-grout your existing bathroom tiles
Kitchen
Replace all the kitchen units
Replace the existing handles on cupboards and drawers with a high-end option
Build a breakfast bar
Think about how you can use your space more effective
Employ an electrician to install new sockets
Paint the walls with the colors
New tiles
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