Whole-House Remodeling in Seattle, WA

Frequently Asked Questions About Whole-Home Remodeling

Q: What room should I renovate first during a whole-house remodel?

In most cases, you will want to begin by determining which rooms you'll want to remodel and what their new layout will be. The second step is to work with a contractor to define the necessary structural changes for electricity and plumbing. Take a look at the Better Builders defined process that enables thorough and efficient projects. 

Q: How long does it take to do a whole-house remodel?

A typical whole-house remodel will take roughly a year to complete, with smaller houses taking several months less and larger houses taking several months more. Read this article to learn what a typical timeline looks like for a home renovation. 

Of course, your particular remodel might take more or less time due to any number of factors, such as:

• How many rooms you're remodeling
• Permit delays
• Sourcing for custom pieces
• And more

A consultation with a remodeling company will provide a better idea of the time frame for your unique project.

Q: Is it better to buy a new house or renovate my current one?

While it's impossible to say that remodeling is always better, there are quite a few reasons to favor remodels and renovations over buying new and moving.

From a value perspective, a newly remodeled home can eliminate all the lurking problems that drag down the value of a home over time, resulting in better value than buying.

You can also get everything you want for every room from a whole-house remodel. When you're shaping an entire house around your vision of a perfect home, there's no need to compromise on features that aren't quite right because the rest fits.