How to Avoid Common Renovation Problems

How to Avoid Common Renovation Problems

Most renovation problems come from incomplete surveys, unclear scope, late decisions and weak control of interfaces between trades.

Investigate before pricing

Existing services, structure and moisture conditions should be checked as far as practical before commitments.

Coordinate the design

Drawings, selections and responsibilities need to agree before work is concealed or products are ordered.

Control changes

Every variation should show its effect on cost, programme and related work.

Practical checklist

• Use comparable quotations
• Define inspection hold points
• Keep one decision and change register

Uncertainty cannot be removed, but it can be identified, priced and managed.