Getting a DIY Renovation Done On time and On Budget
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take too long. Unfortunately, there’s no sure way to guarantee that one or the
other (or both) won’t happen. But there is a lot you can do to minimize the
probability.
When budgeting, a big mistake DIYers make is not considering the
little things. For example, you might budget for drywall panels but
neglect to include the cost of nails, tape and plaster. It's easy to
overlook these small items thinking they won't add up to much of an
expense. But often they do. In fact, for many renovation projects, the
little things account for up to 20% of the cost.
Another expense that is often overlooked is taxes. When you find a
bathtub you like for $399, be sure to budget for what you'll…
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As you can probably guess, when you're preparing to move, you'll need boxes and tape — and, perhaps some bubble-wrap or old newspapers to use as protective wrapping for delicate items.
But that may not be all you need. Take a look at this list and see if you'll want any of these on hand while you’re packing or on moving day.
• Colour markers for labelling boxes. (Tip: Colour coding boxes by room will make unpacking much easier.)
• Stretch wrap to protect larger items that can't fit into a box.
• Small plastic bags to store dis-assembled parts, such as sofa legs, cabinet hardware, etc. (You don't want to lose them!)
• Moving blankets to protect floors.
• A dolly or hand truck to move heavy items. (You can rent these.)
•…
