How to Plan a Remodeling Project

For a long time now, you’ve dreamed about this remodel. You’ve fantasized about transforming an ordinary and outdated room into the HGTV-worthy space of your dreams. Whether it’s a kitchen, bathroom, basement, or something else, knowing how to plan a remodeling project is crucial to ensuring your get EVERYTHING you want from your contractor and your renovation.

At Choice Home Remodeling, we’re a Lancaster County home improvement company that works on both the interior and exterior of our clients’ homes. So, whether you need to replace damaged siding or upgrade to a real granite kitchen countertop, we’re the team to trust. In today’s blog, we’re explaining how to plan a home remodeling project and the decisions you need to make before you get started! Keep reading to learn from the experts – or reach out right now to schedule an in-home consultation with one of our designers!

How to Plan a Home Renovation Project

You have near-endless options to transform your home, and that’s a good thing! However, figuring out how to plan a home renovation project can be daunting. That’s why we’re breaking down the 5 key decisions you’ll need to make:

Decide on Your Budget – The first step of planning a renovation project is deciding on a budget. This is crucial to ensure you absolutely feel comfortable with the price point, and that you’ll be able to get everything you want. Your finances can be deeply personal, and that’s why most homeowners like to have their budget set in stone before their consultation.However, no matter what your budget is, there are plenty of options at different price tiers – think of it as a good, better, best situation – for most aspects of home remodeling. Remember, even if you choose a budget-friendly option from us, it will still look deluxe!
Choose Your Area or Areas – When you’re figuring out how to plan a home remodel project and you have your budget semi-finalized, this is your next decision. Unless you have a practically unlimited budget (lucky!), you’re going to need to pick one or two areas to start your renovation with. Whether that’s a master bathroom, kitchen, downstairs powder room, basement renovation, or something else, there are no wrong answers. So, how do you decide? We recommend that you pick a space you use often, a space that will show off your sense of style to guests, and a space that really, really needs it. Of course, most of the homeowners that come to us have had the perfect room in mind for years!
Pick a Centerpiece – For whatever room you choose, you’ll want to select a centerpiece upgrade that will also set the tone for the rest of the design. That can look like a tile shower in a master bathroom, or a quartz countertop in your kitchen, and so many other options. From our experience, homeowners who choose a feature that they can use every day (like new cabinets or a gorgeous shower) get the greatest sense of satisfaction from it. We recommend checking out home improvement blogs, Pinterest, and of course your friends’ homes for the ideas to kickstart your renovation.
Create an Additional Wish & Want List of Features – This is the remodel you’ve been dreaming about for years – it’s important to make sure you get everything you want! That’s why we recommend homeowners to make a list of the extra features they want to include – in addition to the centerpiece. For a kitchen, that wish list can look like: an undermount sink, a new range, subway tile backsplash, and a kitchen island. It’s the job of an interior designer to help you achieve the remodel of your dreams with your complete wish list – without breaking your budget!
Choose Your Aesthetic Style – This step in figuring out how to plan a renovation project can be either super easy or extremely complicated, depending on how committed you are to any particular aesthetic style. Some homeowners we talk to know that they want a farmhouse kitchen, while others want to see different options from the modern, rustic, and transitional styles.

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Schedule Your Home Remodel Consultation Today

So, now that you have an idea of how to plan a remodeling project, it’s time to get started! Completing this 5-step process sets you up for success – and it’s fun, too! However, if you’d rather get started with a conversation, we invite you to bring one of our talented designers to your home for a free consultation. You can discuss all of your favorite spaces, your specific project, and even get an idea on the price to bring your dream space to life!

If you’d rather come visit us, our showroom is fully stocked with inspiration areas as well as plenty of samples of our favorite products. Reach out to schedule your consultation or to talk to talk to an expert!

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I just had a window and two doors replaced by Choice Home Remodeling. Their workmanship was excellent. Tim was very professional and Rob and his crew were great to work with. I would highly recommend them to family and friends!

I recently had Choice Home Remodeling install new windows and a patio door in our home. We were in the market looking for contractors and Choice was recommended by neighbors who were very pleased with the work they had done. The sales team was very helpful and knowledgeable with which window option was best for us and working within our budget. Any questions we had they were quick to respond and always available to call. The installation crew were on time each day and respectful of us and our property. They were super friendly and were easily able to accommodate our schedule and completed the job on time just as they promised. The entire process was seamless as we didn’t have to stress about any of the process because Choice has already taken care of it or always had the next steps before we even get the opportunity to ask. We are very pleased with the products and how the results turned out. We would definitely recommend Choice Home Remodeling for home improvement projects.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Tim from Choice Home Remodeling for the installation of two large fixed windows in our living room and a storm door in the garage. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional.The planning process was seamless. The team was knowledgeable and attentive, helping me choose the right styles and materials that complemented my home. They listened to my ideas and offered valuable suggestions, ensuring I was completely satisfied with the design.Installation was efficient and professional. The crew arrived on time, worked diligently, and left my space clean and tidy. The new windows and storm door have transformed my home, providing not only beauty but also improved energy efficiency.I highly recommend Choice Home Remodeling for anyone looking to enhance their home. Their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction truly sets them apart!

Everything went so well with the selection and installation of replacement windows in our home. The entire team was professional and pleasant. The windows were installed quickly and look amazing and work so well. They are such a big improvement! The installers were super conscientious, skilled and cheerful. Thank you to you all!