How Long Will Your Home Remodel Project Take?

Talk About a Long Construction Project

The Cologne Cathedral in Germany is the largest Gothic church in northern Europe. The towers for the church’s two huge spires give the cathedral the largest facade of any church in the world.

Construction of the cathedral began in 1248 - 244 years before Columbus discovered America - and took 632 years to complete!

How Long Will Your Home Remodel Project Take?

One of the questions we hear frequently is, “How long will this take?” The answer, of course, will depend on the scope and complexity of your specific remodeling project. That’s something we can work out and discuss before your project begins.

We’ve all heard horror stories about remodeling projects that drag on and on. Sometimes slight delays can happen when unforeseen difficulties pop up or severe weather delays construction or causes materials to be late. There are some things, however, that you can do as a homeowner to ensure that things stay on schedule.

Select Your Finishes Early

Once you’ve decided on the plan for your remodeling project, make sure that you make your decisions on all of the finishes for the project. For instance, if you’re remodeling your kitchen, make sure you have the cabinets (including the color and the hardware) picked out. The same goes for the material you’re using for your backsplash, fixtures, and flooring. It’s key that we have all of the selections made before we start the project to stay on schedule.

Avoid Unnecessary Changes

Small changes are simply part of the remodeling process. What you want to avoid, however, are changes that have an impact on the completion of your project. “Can you move that wall just 3 inches?” may not seem like a huge request (after all, it’s “just” 3 inches). But, if a wall has already been built, what you’re asking for can significantly delay the process (and increase the cost).

Be Available for Consultation

Sometimes we will run into an unforeseen situation. That means that we will have to talk about what needs to change Before we can proceed. Being available to us and being able to make a timely decision can mean we’ll still finish on schedule.

If you have a project in mind for your Great Lakes Bay Region home, Bailey Construction would love to help you make that project a reality. Give us a call today to learn more.

Cathedral – Cologne, Germany • 632 years to complete

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Is It Time to Freshen Up Your Bathroom?

According to Reader’s Digest, the average man spends four months (or 3,000 hours) of his life in the bathroom reading. But, compared to the 1.5 years (14,000 hours) the average woman spends in the bathroom, that seems like small potatoes. No matter where you fall on the spectrum, chances are you spend more time in your bathroom than you realize.

Why not make those hours more enjoyable by making a few tweaks to your current bathroom? Here are some ideas: 

Install a Walk-In Shower

Walk-in showers are an elegant, easy-to-clean way to reclaim space in your bathroom and make your daily shower more luxurious. The absence of tub walls will also create the illusion of space and make your bathroom feel larger. This single change can transform the entire feeling of your bathroom.

Try a New Sink with More Counter Space

Installing a new sink with additional counter space can make getting ready in the morning a much more enjoyable experience. Whether you are fighting with your partner over space or just never seem to have enough to lay out all you need, remodeling your bathroom can help. Your day can start off with a simple, stress-free experience instead of a game of bathroom counter Tetris.

Optimize Your Cabinet Space for Additional Storage

Freshen up your bathroom by reclaiming unused space and transforming it to useful cabinetry and storage spaces for everything you need.

 Of course, the most important part of any bathroom remodel is choosing a remodeler you know you can trust to communicate accurately and implement your vision in a timely manner. Bailey Construction would love to be the team that provides you with a wonderful remodeling experience from start to finish.

Give us a call today to start the process of making the bathroom you dream of a reality.

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Ideas to Take Your Kitchen Remodel to the Next Level

Kitchens function as the heart of the home. It is where we create our nourishment, clean-up our messes, and, depending on whether or not you wear the apron in your house, try to sneak tastes of delectable treats.

Because kitchens are a central part of our daily lives, it’s important for them to be functional and beautiful spaces. Whether you’re updating an older kitchen or creating your new dream kitchen, here are four ways to take your kitchen remodel to the next level:

Add a Multi-Purpose Island

Adding an island to your kitchen can allow you to utilize otherwise empty space for a variety of purposes. Sometimes, simply creating extra counter space and cabinet storage is a much needed boost for your kitchen. Other times, it makes sense to add your sink or stove top to an island to face your living/dining room or pull yourself away from facing a wall when cooking or cleaning.

Create Organization that Works for You

As you’re designing, think about what is unique about your kitchen. Are you hoping to display a china collection? Do you use a lot of spices that you need to have easily accessible? Are you especially fond of your mixer but not so fond of leaving it visible on the counter? Consider what makes how you use your kitchen unique from others, and then customize your organization to make your kitchen work for you.

Embrace Natural Light

Natural light can help your kitchen feel warm and inviting so try to expand upon the natural light options available to you. Can you add in a skylight? A larger window behind your sink? Embrace those options, and let the sunshine in.

Install a Backsplash that Reflects Your Style

Use your backsplash as an opportunity to truly reflect your style and take your kitchen up a notch. Whether you prefer neutral minimalism or bold patterns, choose a backsplash reflecting that instead of one that simply blends in. Backsplashes can hide away or be used to add a sense of flair.

As you think about remodeling your home, consider how some of these ideas might take your kitchen to the next level by increasing its organization and functionality.

Whether you’re considering kitchen, bathroom, or a whole house remodel, Bailey Construction will be glad to help you create something that will give your Saginaw area home a fresh new look. Give us a call today or reply to this email to get the process started!

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