| Making a decision to renovate your home can bring | | | | sell however if you plan to stay a while you can be a |
| both financial and personal rewards. However before | | | | bit more adventurous. Always keep re sale in the |
| you make this commitment ensure you have | | | | back of your mind when decorating. |
| undertaken exhaustive research regarding every | | | | Make certain you obtain a building inspection pre sale. |
| aspect for the entire project. | | | | Discovering termites mid project will undermine the |
| Taking on a big DIY project can be frustrating and | | | | entire project and will almost certainly erode any |
| stressful. Depending on your skill level and available | | | | profits you budgeted for. |
| time to spend on the assignment, you will need to | | | | Flooring: Your building inspection will include an |
| weigh up which roles you will carry out, and which | | | | assessment of the flooring structure. This is |
| roles you will delegate out to other trades. | | | | imperative depending on whether you are installing |
| Depending on the type of property and its location | | | | carpets, timber or tiles. Go online to carpet prices |
| be very cautious not to over capitalize so you give | | | | Brisbane to find out more advice from the |
| yourself the best chance to profit come the end of | | | | professionals. |
| the project.*** Unless the project is a small one | | | | Electrical: Most renovations will require new lighting |
| move out of the home during the disruptions as | | | | and wiring. Consider the most convenient places |
| there will be constant noise, dust, power and water | | | | throughout the home to relocate light switches and |
| disruptions. Also keep your neighbours onside and let | | | | power points. Also take into account for Internet and |
| them know well in advance to expect some | | | | phone outlets. |
| disturbances. | | | | Painting: After weeks or months of relentless |
| Once you've decided what DIY roles you will be | | | | renovating, don't spoil your efforts by choosing the |
| taking on yourself, research the Internet for advice | | | | wrong colour scheme. Spend $200 and hire a colour |
| and tips regarding appliances, materials and fittings. | | | | consultant to take out the guesswork - don't forget |
| Explore all the options as to where you can pick up | | | | to store the left over paint for future touch ups. |
| the bargains i.e. Ebay, auctions. | | | | Renovating can be a satisfying experience. However |
| Regarding the trades you will be engaging to carry | | | | do steel yourself for many frustrating set backs |
| out other works such as carpet, electricians and | | | | along the way. A successful renovation gives a sense |
| plumbers etc, research who has the best deals and | | | | of appreciation you can be proud of because of the |
| be sure to obtain at least 3 quotes per trade. | | | | personal and creative decisions you have |
| Choose your colours wisely. Always play it safe with | | | | implemented. If you can learn to take the rough with |
| neutral, light and modern hues. A safe bet is to apply | | | | the smooth when it comes to DIY and renovating, |
| white to the ceilings and skirting boards, then a soft | | | | each project will become easier allowing you to enjoy |
| beige or biscuit tone throughout the rest of the | | | | the profits and rewards at the end of it all. |
| home. This especially applies if you are renovating to | | | | Good luck with your next project! |