Home Remodeling FAQs & SAQs
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On This Page: Get the answers to the home remodeling Frequently Asked Questions, as well as the Should Ask Questions.
Frequently Asked Questions & Should Ask Questions
FAQs - As you're about to start your home remodeling project - or you're already in the throws of it, you probably have one of more questions you want answers to. As this FAQ grows over time, you'll likely find the answer to your question(s) right here.
SAQs - We've also got answers to questions that you should be asking, but might not be aware of.
If you think of one or more important questions that could be considered helpful home remodeling tips to other homeowners & you don't see it listed below, please let me know what it is. I'll even give you credit for it if I include it. Submit your question via my contact form.
Home Renovation FAQs
Q - How much does it cost to renovate a home?
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Q - What is the average cost of renovating a house?
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Q - How long does it take to do a full renovation?
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Q - How much does it cost to build an addition per square foot?
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Q - How much does it cost to add a second story to a house?
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Q - How much does it cost to build a master bedroom and bathroom?
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Q - How much does it cost to put in a bathroom?
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Q - How much does it cost to renovate a master bathroom?
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Home Renovations SAQs
Q - Should I have a chain-link fence closing off my property during my full home remodel?
A - The short answer is "yes". Some localities actually require it for home remodeling project sites, while others don't. Check with your local building permits office and/or your homeowners association to be sure. But, consider this: Your project site could be considered to be an "attractive nuisance" to others. If you don't have a fence in-place keeping everyone but construction workers out, you may be held liable if someone (including neighborhood children) injure themselves accidentally while checking out your project site. And, a fence can help minimize the theft of construction materials and tools when no one is around. It only costs a small amount each month, and I consider it to be cheap insurance.
Q - Should I leave a floodlight on at night on my home remodel project site?
A - Unless your locality doesn't allow floodlights to be left on a night (because they might considered to be "light pollution"), then I would definitely recommend having a floodlight on (and a chain-link security fence, too). I put one centrally-located, temporary floodlight in my front yard to act as a deterrent to after-hours thieves. Plus, it can also help keep construction workers and you safer from trip hazards when onsite past sunset.
Q - Should I have an alarm system installed during my home remodeling project?
A - If you want to have the type of alarm system that requires wires to be run behind the walls, under the floor, and/or above the ceiling (such as an ADT alarm system), then having it installed during the remodel is a great time to do it because many of the walls will already be opened up. They'll likely have to make two visits to you home - one to rough-in the wiring, and a second trip to connect the devices after the walls, texture, and paint are done.
However, if you want the type of alarm system that only needs Wi-Fi to operate (such as a SimpliSafe home alarm system), then you'll definitely want to wait until you're moving back in. That's because you'll need finished surfaces to affix your devices to.