After spending many months hibernating indoors, it is now time to leave the comfort of the sofa behind and make a start on a few new projects. If your winter evenings have been spent getting inspired by home improvement shows, or gaining a few renovation ideas from your favourite magazines, then spring is the perfect time to put this inspiration to good use and begin updating your home. Warmer weather and longer days offer the perfect opportunity to embark upon a spot of home improvement ? whether you are simply looking to replace a tired floor, or want to complete a major extension to increase your living space.
Whatever your plans this season, take a look at the following checklist to make sure that you have everything covered before taking the plunge into a new project.
Do it Yourself, or Do it for Me?
Most homeowners fall into two categories. You are either an eager DIY enthusiast who loves to get stuck in with any project, large or small, or you prefer to save time and achieve a professional finish by calling in the experts. Whether you are giving your living room a new lick of paint, or want a new conservatory, it is important to decide whether you will be able to complete the job yourself, or whether it will be best to leave your home improvement project in the hands of a professional.
Everyone has different levels of DIY expertise, and to ensure that your spring renovations will be a success, it is important not to overestimate your capabilities. Equally, if you are feeling adventurous, you could save money and enjoy a real sense of achievement by overcoming the challenges of a DIY project using your own skills and spare time.
Avoid Planning Problems
Planning permission is one of the most important considerations when embarking on a larger home improvement project. Many homeowners have found themselves in a tricky situation by failing to gain permission for a new construction at their properties. If your local authority discovers that you have completed home improvements without securing planning permission, then they could ask you to undo any work that has been completed. This will not only be inconvenient, but also costly.
Before you begin any home improvements, double check the planning restrictions that might apply to the work you want to carry out. Certain conservatories can be constructed without applying for planning permission, whilst some loft conversions can be completed permission-free. To find out what is considered as permitted development, and which projects require planning permission, get in touch with your local authority.
Protect your Investment
As well as updating your home or increasing your living space, a home improvement project can also add value to your home. Home insurance is the best way to protect your investment in your property, and after investing time and money in your spring renovations, it is important to ensure that your policy is updated. For example, if you have added a new garage to your home, make sure that you inform your home insurance provider so that your buildings insurance is always up to date and your new addition is protected.
Keep these tips in mind when you are renovating or refurbishing your property, and your spring home improvement project is sure to be a success.
This guest blog was written on behalf of Home Insurance Direct. If you are looking for a new insurance policy to cover the renovations you complete this spring, why not find an affordable new home insurance quote by getting in touch with these home insurance specialists?
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