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Conventional wisdom dictates that summer is the ideal time for home remodeling because the weather is at its most compliant. The construction industry is more nuanced than that, and a little knowledge will go a long way toward getting you the best deal and the best results. Here is a guide to when you should begin a home remodeling project.

The Best Time of Year to Start Home Remodeling

Give Yourself Prep Time

home remodelingMaterials are some of the most prominent cost elements of a home remodel. What’s important to know is that prices will often fluctuate. If you try to execute a project last-minute with little prep time, you’ll be stuck paying the current (and possibly top-of-the-market) price. On the other hand, by getting in touch with your contractor a few months ahead of the projected start date, you allow for flexibility related to the cost of materials. This will help you purchase when prices are low and save you money.

Aim for Off-Peak

Don’t simply assume you should target late spring or summer for your project. These time periods tend to be the busiest, meaning contractors will be engrossed in work and eager to get the job done quicker. You also may have to pay premium prices since the technicians will be in demand. For that reason, savvy residents tend to aim for slightly off-peak times like early fall, or even winter for an indoor project, so they can have their pick of the top contractors and get them at favorable rates. 

Think Against the Grain

The best way to take advantage of the market is to think outside the box. Building a deck may seem crazy in winter, but it is not unreasonable to begin the project then. That leaves time for design and planning and puts you in a perfect position to be first in line when spring comes. Similarly, if you have wanted to build a new fireplace, late spring or summer may actually be the best time even though it doesn’t sound intuitive. Since that work won’t be in demand then, you’ll be in a better position to net your top choices. In general, there is not any ironclad “best time.” Rather, it will always be project specific and related to opportunities you find in the market and the seasons. 

 

Serving the New Haven, CT, area, McDonald Construction is the region’s top construction company. Offering everything from home remodeling services to steel fabrication, the professionals will help you optimize your structures. Working for clients for the past 45 years, their full-service operation is willing to take on any project. To discuss your specific needs, call (203) 481-6363, or learn more about the company by visiting their website. 

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