Steps to Planning a Successful DIY Project

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Any type of home improvement project can provide great results, given that it is implemented properly. It can be exciting to entertain the idea of making renovations to a house, and many people take part in these endeavors every year.

But how does one make sure their project will be successful?

There are several factors to consider when it comes to home renovation projects. Homeowners must have a clear vision in mind for what they want to accomplish, and they must make sure their given skillset, budget, and schedule can allow for the task to be completed properly. Planning out these types of endeavors takes some time, but the improved results make it a worthwhile endeavor.

Identifying the Type of Project

From small tweaks around the house to a full-scale room remodel, there are plenty of DIY home improvement projects that a homeowner can decide to take on. According to Ross Kenneth Urken of MainStreet, over 70% of home improvement projects are DIY. There are plenty of resources available to help a person decide exactly what they will need depending on the type of project they choose.

Learning What the Project Involves

Every project requires a different skillset in order to complete. For example, making minor tweaks to a room only involves understanding how certain tools work and which materials to use. But making major changes and largescale renovations may require knowledge of multiple utilities and complex hardware practices. Getting a solid understanding of the tasks involved in a DIY project can help things run more smoothly. With theDIYPlanner you can create and manage projects to save projects, materials, idea and knowledge all in one convenient place. Our tools are easily accessible from your phone, tablet, laptop or desktop. The video and link building tools can help you manage ideas and educational videos that are related to your project. Sign up today to get started.

Taking Budget Constraints into Consideration

A DIY project can get expensive quickly if those carrying out aren’t careful to allocate funds wisely. After a project has been planned out, it is much easier to understand which materials will be needed. This means that those handling the project can shop around and look for better deals that match up with the level of funding they can provide for the project. Utilize our materials list feature inside a project to save items required for the project as well as quantity and cost. This is the first step to staying within your given budget. Make changes to the items as the project progresses and you are well on your way to having actual costs of the project.

Taking Scheduling into Consideration

While a home improvement project can provide great results once its finished, it can also provide problems while it is in progress. A room may be crowded and unable to be used during the time it is being worked on. Planning out a timeline for a project helps keep things on schedule and ensures that the project will not take longer than it should.

Home improvement projects are exciting, and having a plan can help DIY-enthusiasts everywhere get the results they want! 

Our diy tools are designed with the DIY-enthusiast in mind. Create an account today to get started planning a successful project that is within budget. Share your projects progress with friends and family on Facebook, Pinterest and other social networks. You can even keep the projects private and only share with people you email a link to.

Make theDIYPlanner your source for all things DIY. We give you the tools to grow your skills, manage your budgets, share your ideas and present your talents all in one set of applications.

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Why we created Home Renovation Hub

The goal of creating HomeRenovationHub.com is to give homeowners tools they can use in real world renovations to help manage their project budgets, keep home improvements on course, and to track investments that build equity in your home. Since we use the tool extensively for our own personal remodels we are constantly tweaking and updating features to make it the most useful tool available to the DIY homeowner. If you are going through a remodel we would love for you to give us a try. In addition, we want your feedback as we build a collection of tools to help home renovators.