If you’re planning to renovate your home for more living space, why not consider remodeling your attic? You can see what your options are when you discuss your project with a remodeling contractor. But be aware that there are also a few things you shouldn’t do during the remodeling process. Here’s what you need to know.
What You Should Do to Your Attic
The first thing you should do when remodeling your attic is to make sure to account for the local codes and safety in your area. Typically, half of a finished attic should be at least 7 feet high, 7 feet wide and 70 square feet. Have your attic inspected as well before you start your remodeling project. Finally, make sure your budget is secured for the project, taking into account the labor costs and unforeseen expenses.
If you’re looking for remodeling ideas for your attic, you can start with the basics. If you think you don’t have enough ventilation in your attic, you can add a ceiling fan to help circulate the air. Just make sure you have enough headroom in your attic before considering this.
Any kind of activity done in the attic can cause a racket in the rooms below. Make sure to install better floor joists to dampen the noise. Filling up the bays with blown-in insulation also helps. If you’re looking for a less expensive alternative, you can always install area rugs in your attic. Also maximize every nook and cranny in your attic for storage. These include chimneys, pipe chases and even knee walls, and they can potentially turn into open shelves and storage space when fitted with the right cabinets and drawers.
What You Shouldn’t Do to Your Attic
As much as possible, don’t make major last-minute changes to your plans when renovating your attic, especially if you already bought most of the materials for your attic renovation. If you do so, you might not be able to use some of the purchased materials, which ends up becoming a waste of money. If you’re planning to sell your home later on, don’t overly personalize your attic remodeling project. It’s much better to stick to options that appeal to a broader audience. This also helps attract more potential buyers when inspecting your home.
Finally, you should never forget to research your project yourself as much as you can, from choosing the right materials to hiring the right remodeling contractor. You’ll end up saving more if you know where and how you’ll spend it.
Here at Design Build Remodeling Group of Maryland, we offer quality remodeling services that make it more than possible to build your dream home. To get started, call us today at (443) 300-2268, or you can fill out our contact form online. We serve Bethesda and surrounding areas.
