A real estate broker with Keller Williams Realty, Dave Leonti divides his work between finding properties that fit buyers’ criteria and remodeling and flipping homes. Possessing more than two decades of experience in the construction industry, Dave Leonti is skilled at creating a realistic budget and timeline for home remodels.
It doesn’t take much for a home remodel to exceed a budget. Fortunately, there are several ways to reduce remodeling costs; the following are a few examples:
- Use light tubes: Light tubes easily slip between roof rafters and are a great option for increasing natural lighting within the costly process of installing windows. These items help sunshine travel from the roof into a small living space, such as a hallway, thus brightening them up.
- Buy supplies: In many cases, contractors offer to purchase supplies for remodels. However, these supplies may come from a single source and not be the most cost-effective. Instead, homeowners can purchase supplies on their own and search for the best deals available.
- Keep drain lines: Rerouting plumbing is extremely costly and may add several thousands of dollars to remodeling costs. For this reason, it is best if homeowners plan a remodel around their existing plumbing.
- Get imitations: Homeowners should strive to get the highest-quality supplies possible, but that doesn’t always mean they need authentic supplies. For example, hardwood floors made from real wood cost around six times as much as engineered wood flooring. If remodeling costs are high, look for imitations that offer lower prices.
