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What Should I Expect During A Full-home Remodel?
Think a full home remodel is just new floors and a coat of paint? We pull back the curtain on what it really takes to transform an entire house—from permits and structural work to the punch list details that separate a rushed finish from lasting quality. Jeff Bass, our general contractor in the DFW area, lays out the true timeline, the biggest delay triggers, and the one decision that can cut months off your schedule: moving out during construction.
We start with a reality check: a full remodel is a temporary lifestyle, not a weekend project. Hundreds of choices drive momentum or stall it—cabinets, flooring, tile layouts, lighting plans, and colors all need to be decided early to keep crews moving. Jeff explains why mid-project changes cascade into rework, missed inspections, and blown delivery windows. Then we dig into the final stretch that always feels longer than it looks. Punch lists, touch-ups, trim alignment, hardware installs, and city sign-offs demand patience and a tight process. Multiple walkthroughs with the project team and homeowner ensure every detail gets tracked and closed.
Texas-specific realities make planning even more critical. With slab foundations and few basements, rerouting plumbing and electrical often means cutting concrete or running through walls and attics. Add-ons and garage conversions can overload existing HVAC and electrical panels, so we outline how to anticipate system upgrades before design lock. The payoff for thoughtful planning is big: faster sequencing, fewer surprises, and a smoother closeout. If you’re weighing whether to stay or relocate, we spell out the trade-offs—phased, slower work versus whole-home access, longer hours, and cleaner progress.
If you’re ready to modernize a dated space and want a process that respects your time, budget, and sanity, this conversation is your blueprint. Subscribe, share with a homeowner friend, and leave a review to tell us your biggest remodel question—we may answer it on a future show.
To learn more about Remodel Contracting visit:
https://www.RemodelContracting.net
Remodel Contracting
801 Alpha Rd, Ste 133
Richardson, TX 75081
469-831-5620
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By Jeff BassWhat Should I Expect During A Full-home Remodel?
Think a full home remodel is just new floors and a coat of paint? We pull back the curtain on what it really takes to transform an entire house—from permits and structural work to the punch list details that separate a rushed finish from lasting quality. Jeff Bass, our general contractor in the DFW area, lays out the true timeline, the biggest delay triggers, and the one decision that can cut months off your schedule: moving out during construction.
We start with a reality check: a full remodel is a temporary lifestyle, not a weekend project. Hundreds of choices drive momentum or stall it—cabinets, flooring, tile layouts, lighting plans, and colors all need to be decided early to keep crews moving. Jeff explains why mid-project changes cascade into rework, missed inspections, and blown delivery windows. Then we dig into the final stretch that always feels longer than it looks. Punch lists, touch-ups, trim alignment, hardware installs, and city sign-offs demand patience and a tight process. Multiple walkthroughs with the project team and homeowner ensure every detail gets tracked and closed.
Texas-specific realities make planning even more critical. With slab foundations and few basements, rerouting plumbing and electrical often means cutting concrete or running through walls and attics. Add-ons and garage conversions can overload existing HVAC and electrical panels, so we outline how to anticipate system upgrades before design lock. The payoff for thoughtful planning is big: faster sequencing, fewer surprises, and a smoother closeout. If you’re weighing whether to stay or relocate, we spell out the trade-offs—phased, slower work versus whole-home access, longer hours, and cleaner progress.
If you’re ready to modernize a dated space and want a process that respects your time, budget, and sanity, this conversation is your blueprint. Subscribe, share with a homeowner friend, and leave a review to tell us your biggest remodel question—we may answer it on a future show.
To learn more about Remodel Contracting visit:
https://www.RemodelContracting.net
Remodel Contracting
801 Alpha Rd, Ste 133
Richardson, TX 75081
469-831-5620