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If you intend to occupy part of the building during construction, this may affect the overall cost and time of completion because your builder will need to make sure you have electricity and running water at all times, as well as phase the work around your living areas. If your remodel includes a kitchen or bath, you may need to make temporary arrangements for cooking, bathing and storage. A temporary kitchen is simple enough to set up with a microwave, coffee pot, portable electric stove and outdoor grill. Many people obtain pods to temporarily store their furniture. Large plastic bins are also useful and stack nicely while keeping items dust free. Construction sawdust and sheetrock dust is very fine and inevitably coats every surface even with the most fastidious of contractors. Your existing bathroom will be used by workers, unless you request your builder to provide a port-a-john. Depending upon your own personal comfort and convenience thresholds, moving out may be the better option. Some people rent trailers or move in with family. The remodeling process is both overwhelming and exciting. Enjoy the journey. Hang up inspiration photos or paint chips on the wall. Take photographs along the way to track the progress. Redirecting your attention on the end result is far more enjoyable than focusing on the temporary inconveniences. There are many parts of the equation to completing a successful remodel and being a prepared homeowner will make all the difference.
MEET THE EXPERT: Allison Ong Shreffler runs her own architecture practice here in Central PA. Contact her at 717-884-9808 or visit HarrisburgArchitects.net.
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