No matter what we’re shopping for, 
few of us like sticking to a budget. But when you’re doing a major home remodeling project, knowing precisely how much money you have to spend and staying within that budget is crucial.
“As contractors, we design our projects to our clients’ budgets,” says J.P. Ward, architect and vice president of business development at Anthony Wilder Design/Build in Cabin John, Md. “Homeowners need to know what their budget is upfront and be realistic about what they can afford.”
Considering a big home renovation? Here’s how to set your priorities, establish a spending limit and stick to your budget.
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just want to hunker down at home and stay warm. Sounds cozy, right? Well, good luck doing that in a house full of drafts.
a home-improvement project yourself? Deciding whether you’re up to the challenge or whether you should hire a professional can be tricky.
and your bathroom a blast from the past? Then it sounds like you’re overdue for some home improvements. There’s just one problem: Remodeling can be a huge undertaking—and a costly one at that. The average kitchen remodel will set you back $60,000; a bathroom overhaul, $17,908. Ouch! But hey, that’s just the average price homeowners pay. Plenty of home renovations can fall way under that wire if you know some tricks to keep your home improvement budget in check. Check out these smart ways to save on home renovation costs to achieve the home of your dreams without blowing wads of cash.
Daniel Bortz 