At some point in a renovation, things tend to slow down…
It’s usually not because anything went wrong. More often, it’s because too many moving parts are coming together at the same time:
Permits, materials, final design decisions, contractor availability…
When those all collide, timelines stretch.
And in most cases, it traces back to when the planning actually started.
The projects that run the smoothest are often the ones that begin taking shape in late summer, well before construction is even on the calendar.
That early start gives everything a bit more room.
Design decisions aren’t rushed, permits can be submitted before peak season and materials have time to arrive without holding anything up.
When planning starts later, a few things tend to create delays:
- Permits submitted during peak season, when turnaround times are slower
- Materials ordered too close to the build date
- Design decisions made under tighter timelines than expected
- Contractor schedules that are already heavily booked
Starting earlier makes the entire process more manageable.
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It’s also worth separating the idea of planning from building.
A lot of homeowners feel like they’re not ready to renovate, when in reality they’re just not ready to start construction yet.
Planning can happen well in advance and it usually leads to better decisions when it does.
If a renovation is on your radar for next year, this is a good time to begin that process without any pressure to move faster than you’re comfortable with.
We’d be happy to talk it through with you :))
Katherine Droguett - CEO
With over 10 years of experience and extensive studies in such areas as marketing and media journalism, Katherine has the knowledge, skills and mental resources needed to meet whatever challenge we face as we move from one level to another. She has proven over and over that she will not quit and she has the requisite skills needed to work with people and anticipate their needs. She is resourceful and competent and she manages all office operations, including the implementation of various marketing strategies and systems for the growth for the company.