7 Tweaks to Survive Home Remodelling (with Kids!)
Remodelling your home can be quite a stressful process because it brings numerous challenges and to-dos. However, if you have children, this project becomes even more exhausting and demanding. Not only do you have to make all the renovation arrangements, but you also need to take care of your children and help them get through this processes. Fortunately, there are a few ways to get prepared for what lies ahead and get your family ready for the upcoming renovation.
Create a remodelling plan and schedule
It’s essential that you have a well-developed remodelling plan with all the to-dos listed and a carefully devised timeline. You will be overwhelmed by everything you need to do, so having everything in writing will guide you through this process. However, when creating a renovation plan, you need to take your family’s obligations and habits into consideration. Make sure to come up with a schedule that will work for everyone and provide you with enough time for your moments together.
Talk to your family
You need to inform your family about the upcoming renovation project. This will give everyone enough time to prepare and complete some important tasks before the work starts. It will also give you time to consider each of your family member’s role during the renovation and see how you can involve them, as well. If your children are in the middle of an exam season, you might want to postpone the renovation for a week or two. After all, this will be stressful for them, too, so they may not be able to study.
Get your children engaged
Whether you have younger or older children, you need to involve them in the renovation process. If they feel neglected or overlooked, they can get truly overwhelmed by everything that’s going on. Instead, you can ask them for their opinion regarding certain plans or even let them make a few decisions, especially if you’re renovating their rooms.
Protect and remove your furniture
When it comes to remodelling, you need to protect your furniture and other belongings. Not only can they get covered in dust, but they may also get scratched, damaged or broken. The safest solution is to move them to a temporary storage unit. You may think that it’s just another unnecessary task, but you can actually move your furniture quickly and safely by renting a moving truck. What’s more, it can be quite an affordable solution, too, because you can find great deals. For example, the renowned Budget truck rental company boasts numerous special offers and discounts while also offering a fleet of reliable vehicles. You can rent one, pack up your valuable belongings and move them to a storage unit where they’ll be safe until the renovation is completed.
Hire a great team
You will need to hire professionals to help you with your renovation, suggest appropriate solutions and design your perfect home. You need to share your workload because you won’t be able to renovate your home, take care of your family and go to work. Therefore, take some time to find reliable contractors who can handle your renovation the way you want to. You should also consult with an experienced interior designer who can help you create a timeless, family-friendly and stylish environment that you’ll all love.
Renovate room by room
Instead of remodelling your entire home at once, you should renovate one room at a time. This will keep your renovation project more efficient and organised. Furthermore, a complete home remodel will definitely affect your entire family, so it’s better to remodel at a smaller scale. In addition, this will enable you to set up a backup kitchen somewhere in your home while you’re remodelling your real one. The kitchen is one of the most important family areas where you can share meals together, prepare snacks for your kids, etc.
Consider temporary accommodation
If you’re planning a major renovation, you and your family might have to leave your home, so you have to find temporary accommodation for all of you. You can stay with your parents, relatives or friends or make a reservation at a nearby hotel. You may just have to make a few changes in your home and move your children to another room. It’s important to consider everyone’s needs and find a plan that works for your family.
Renovating your home with your kids around can be difficult, but certainly not impossible. With an efficient, thought-through plan, you’ll be able to keep everyone happy and complete your renovation successfully.
Contributing writer Chloe Taylor
Remodeling definitely affects the entire family, what tip resonated with you?
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