Reality TV Renovations VS Real Life
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There's been a massive boom in the home renovation market here in Australia recently, but unfortunately it's not all roses and happy endings.
Thanks in part to renovation 'reality' tv shows like 'The Renovators' and 'The Block' (just to name a few) more Australians are feeling inspired to jump into the renovation game and see if they can turn their home into something amazing.
However, just as watching Master Chef doesn't turn you into a master cook, watching renovation shows isn't going to make you a pro DIY handyman.
Stepping into a renovation project without proper planning, budgeting and research can lead to a lot more problems than you bargained for. For some horror stories have a read of 'Cracks in the System', an article recently posted by The Age.
The difference between reality tv shows and real life, is that in the tv shows everything is being done for entertainment. They're not going to show you the hours spent in preparation and planning and they'll have a huge number of specialist contractors already signed on so that when the work begins, everything can move forward without problems.
A key point to remember if you're planning on starting your own renovation project is that for a lot of major works you'll actually require building permits and council approval. Even simpler works that might seem more 'cosmetic' like remodelling your kitchen or bathroom will still require the use of licensed contractors and will have to comply with numerous building codes.
So how to keep on top of all these requirements without becoming buried under all the research? Simple - post your renovation job with Service Central.
Service Central's strict certification requirements means that we only let licensed, qualified contractors on our books - and that means that when you post a job you'll only get quotes from renovators you know you can trust.
So if you want to make sure your renovation doesn't fall in a heap around you, follow this easy renovation advice:
- Evaluate the property - how much can you spend on a renovation and still add value to the home, guaranteeing return on investment?
- Plan out exactly what you want and work out your budget (add at least a 20% margin for the unexpected)
- Find out what building permits you might need and apply for them
- Try to keep in line with market demands and current design trends
- Consider how you can utilise the renovation to improve the energy efficiency of your home
- Use Service Central to hire certified, reliable contractors
Want to learn more about renovating? Check out our Renovating Advice page for some great information along with all the best tips and tricks.
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