Home Remodeling: How Long Does It Really Take?

Watch any popular home renovation show on TV, and like magic, an entire home is remodeled in the space of about half an hour. Of course, in real life it takes a lot longer than that. When it comes to San Diego home remodeling, the following factors will help you determine just how long your home renovation project should actually take.

Lead Time

Once you've decided to remodel your home, the planning stages can begin. This includes everything from deciding what exactly you want done and how much you're willing to spend to choosing a contractor and drawing up plans. From there, product selection and a budget estimate for the project can be made. When everything is agreed upon, you can sign your contract. However, your contractor will still need to pull permits, order materials and put together a crew. This entire process alone can take several weeks.

Size and Scope of the Project

Obviously, a quick kitchen upgrade is going to take a lot less time to finish than a complete kitchen renovation. Likewise, a simple floor refinish will take far less time than an entire home remodel. Here's a quick rundown on the average length of common projects:

·         Bathroom renovation: two to three weeks.

·         Kitchen renovation: eight to 12 weeks (upgrades only take about one to two weeks).

·         Room addition: four to eight weeks.

Keep in mind that if electrical and plumbing issues arise, these projects may take longer.

Weather

Luckily, San Diego has year round gorgeous weather so generally speaking, weather doesn't often delay a project. However, the occasional storm and sometimes even high humidity can be a factor in how long it takes to complete a project.

Having a realistic expectation of how long your San Diego home remodeling will take will go a long way toward making the experience a positive one. Visit TeknikInc.com to inquire about our home remodeling services and to receive a free estimate on your project.