One of the major obstacles that people face while deciding to change their house is whether to renovate it or rebuilt it from scratch. Well, it’s a tough choice to make, but it all depends on circumstances and convenience of individuals. There are innumerable things to consider while deciding which one to go with.
What do you need?
Ascertain what you don’t like in your existing home and how you would like to change it. Whether its dated interiors or lack of space, you need to get to the reasons why you need a change. Do you want to extend your rooms? Is there enough light and ventilation available? Do you add a floor? These are just a few factors that you need to consider.
Does your house have a solid foundation?
Before starting out any major work for your house, make sure to get in inspected by an engineer. If there are structural issues like faulty plumbing or shoddy electrical wiring created by termite infestation, builders will refrain from tearing the house down. Moreover, if the property is old, major movements can cause the whole property to collapse. Just because you want does not mean that you can.
Are there any sorts of restrictions?
There are many restrictions on properties implied by the government or the local council. Make sure that your house doesn’t fall under these restrictions because if they are then, you’d have to rethink your whole remodelling plans. Contact your local council and make sure that you have the necessary permits.
How do you want to extend your house?
It’s a tough choice that most homeowners have to ponder upon. If you have limited space, and you do not have permission to extend your boundaries, then you have to resort to increasing a level. For this to happen your roof must be removed, and you must evacuate the house. But if you can extend your house boundary, it will be a much easier job without you having to vacate the house.
What kind of schedule do you want?
You have to decide if you want to do the whole renovation or construction in one stretch or in parts. Both has its advantages. If you are doing in parts, you can pay up in instalments that are quite welcome for homeowners. But if you are doing the whole process in one stretch, you won’t face any hassle.