Have you ever driven past a fixer-upper a few blocks down from your house and been tempted by the thought of what the home restoration process would be like if you were to purchase it? Unfortunately, it’s not like what you see on your favorite home improvement show. Solid Management Disaster & Restoration Services in Pagosa Springs, CO, is a full-service home restoration contractor with extensive experience in home remodeling. Here, they shared four things you should know about home restoration.

4 Must-Know Facts About Home Restoration

1. It Can Be Pricey

Unfortunately, unless you’ve been selected as a contestant on a lucrative home restoration show, you will be footing the bill for your project. Do your research, complete with window shopping and price comparisons, to get a realistic idea of what you can afford and what your project will entail. Then, tack on an extra 20% to account for those unexpected yet inevitable issues that will no doubt pop up.

2. Not All Contractors Are Created Equal

Just because they say they do home restoration doesn’t mean a contractor does quality work. The best way to find a good home contractor is through word of mouth. Ask friends who have worked on similar projects, or take advantage of online communities such as Reddit to learn more about reputable contractors in your area. Ask them for several referrals before signing on the dotted line. Your sanity (and wallet) will thank you.

3. You Don’t Need That Marble Bathroom

Or perhaps you do. What’s important is to be realistic about what you can afford, what your timeframe will allow for, and what resources are available to you. Trust your contractor’s advice when it comes to what is possible given the structure of your home. If there’s a project you have been dreaming about since childhood, such as an all-marble spa in your master bedroom, ask your contractor about having it done in stages so you can spread the costs out over time.

4. Trends Have No Place in Home Renovations

This can be difficult with so much style inspiration online. You will need to think of the future when planning projects and make stylistic choices that will still be appealing in the next five or ten years. This is particularly true if you might eventually be selling your home. Stick to a classic style that will stand the test of time.

If you’re looking for assistance with a home restoration, call the experts at Solid Management Disaster & Restoration Services. Servicing Pagosa Springs, Ignacio, Bayfield, and Durango, they provide high-quality demolition and remodeling services and emergency home repairs to restore and renovate homes. Learn more about their services online, or call (970) 946-4561 to schedule a consultation and request a free estimate.