Six reasons you should remodel instead of move

We’ve all seen or heard of the TV program “Love It or List It”. When homeowners are of two minds (stay or move) they call in professionals to help them make a decision. It is a common conundrum…the house is ideal in certain ways, but ugh…these other features are so annoying!

Below are six reasons why you should hire a professional designer and remodeling company instead of taking on the overwhelming task of moving.

You love your location – If you already live in your ideal or near-ideal setting, the chances of finding another house with the same surrounding amenities is going to be tough. Whether it is the family-friendly neighborhood, trendy location, or distance to your favorite stores. It will be incredibly difficult to replicate those beloved features in another location.

Less upheaval for your children – Those with school-aged children may face the hassle of uprooting the kids from their teachers and friends. And trying to locate a perfect property in the same school district is even more of a long shot. Need more space? Finishing your basement can add a bedroom, bathroom, and entertainment area.

The hassle of packing and moving – The longer you’re in a house, the more STUFF you accumulate. Now, don’t get me wrong, a good, forced purge could be cathartic. On the other hand, it could be very stressful. Then packing and moving all your worldly possessions is a full-time job in itself. Save the time and hassle and find a good design-build contractor for a renovation or expansion of your existing space.

No guarantee your new home will have everything you want– Buying a house is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make. When house hunting, buyers get between 30-90 minutes to get to know the house before making that decision. Some features you expect to be standard may actually be missing. What happens then? You may have to remodel your new house anyways.

Your neighbors – Unless you’re invited to a block party without actually living on that block, the neighbors at your new home are a big unknown. Nosy, loud, messy, or perfect. There are no options when moving into a new home.

You already know the unknowns – Your current house may not be perfect, but you already know all its faults. No matter how cautious or thorough your inspector is, a new home will likely come with its own problems.

Remodeling the kitchen, bathroom, first floor, or building an addition may cost money. But that is money with immediate returns for you. Whether through your personal use or future resale, renovations are always a sound investment when working with a qualified home remodeler. Call us for a professional consultation with one of our talented  designers!