Many people who have taken on extensive renovation projects will joke about how much easier it would have been easier to remodel. While there is often truth to this, it can be complicated weighing up the financial and practical implications of renovating over rebuilding. If you have taken on a home renovation project that requires a lot of work, this article will help you decide on the best course of action renovate or remodel?

The key difference is how deep the changes go. A renovation means you’re updating an existing structure with cosmetic changes, whereas a remodel involves changing the structure through demolition and construction. So, a renovation of a bathroom, for example, might involve refreshing the tile and paint, possibly even removing and replacing the existing sink, toilet, and shower, but keeping the plumbing and electrical systems in their original locations, by contrast, the same project would qualify as a remodel if you, say, moved the pipes to make room for a washer/dryer combo.

The most common reasons for renovating are:

The building has architectural charm, merit or significance
It is impossible to truly reproduce the authenticity of genuinely old buildings and it’s often important to try to keep the building’s fabric, both for exterior character and interior features. Of course, if the home is listed it is protected by law so any works will need prior approval. Even if a building is going to be changed radically, keeping the most basic fabric in place can work out cheaper than a complete rebuild with new footings and external walls.

There are instances where renovation means that the compromises you have to make are not only financially costly but also deplete the worth of the home from a design point of view. Here are popular reasons to remodel instead:

You might feel the home doesn't make full advantage of the plot. Perhaps the current design means living spaces are dark and bedrooms positioned too close to a road. While the exact positioning of a rebuild will still be restricted by planning, you will have far more flexibility to create a layout that works. Many people will feel much more comfortable with something newly built, knowing that it is entirely sturdy, where the services run and so forth. In addition, anomalies such as over-steep staircases and narrow doorways can be avoided and you won't have to find ways to work around parts of the building that can't be changed such as a load bearing wall that can't be moved, or an impractical drainage system.



When does remodeling project make more sense than a renovation in Greenville and NC? At No Limit Contracting and Design, we help you decide which option is best for you to create your dream home.

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