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How to Stay Within Your Budget During a Renovation?

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One of the most common concerns clients share with me is how to stay on budget during a renovation project.  Initially think about your target budget range for the project.  Remodeling costs can add up quickly, especially when there are unexpected issues that arise.  With proper planning and homework, many cost overruns can be avoided.  Example is planning the project and choosing finishes prior to the start of the project.  There will be unknown conditions that are uncovered during the project.  During HHI’s planning process, we will do our best to identify potential pitfalls. But no-one has x-ray vision and so deficiencies are uncovered after the demo has commenced. Hiring qualified, licensed, and insured professionals is important and help with this process.  A design-build contractor, like Hudson Home Improvement, will be able to create a detailed home remodeling plan that outlines every aspect of the renovation up front.  The scope of the project may include architect plans, info

10 Small Space Designs That Make a Big Impact

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Hudson Home Improvement is an expert in small space design. We became experts by renovating hundreds of homes throughout Jersey City and Hoboken. Most of these were apartments, row homes or Brownstones which contain some beautiful historical architectural features but are short on modern conveniences. Clients were asking for upgrades such as extra closet space, laundry rooms, and offices. Limited square footage doesn’t have to mean limited function or style. Below are some tips on how we were able to maximize living space in small homes:      1. Turn a closet into a laundry room.   Closet sized laundry rooms have been trending for the past few years. Clients are pleased with how functional this compact space can be. Stackable washer and dryers don’t take up too much space and can be surrounded by shelving, cabinets or built in storage. A wider closet can hold a side-by-side washer and dryer with shelving above. (insert pic).      2. Add storage in unexpected places.  Add shelves nea