The idea of home renovation as a do-it-yourself sounds intimidating. Re-construction is an exact procedure as actual construction, cutting corners and sub-standard materials always spell disaster in the long run.
As an experienced contractor, here are some tips about home renovation.
Renovating a home can be a mind boggling project and there are no hard and fast rules on how to go about renovating a home properly. Rewire first, then fix the plumbing, or fix the plumbing first and then rewire? Assuming that both are in equal shape, there is no hard and fast answer of what should be done first, but here is a checklist to get you started, especially if this is your first home renovation project.
Firstly, ensure that the home is structurally sound. Make sure that the foundation is solid, the walls are stable, the floors support significant weight, the roof and the windows will not leak, the insulation is sufficient, and the siding is protecting the home from the elements. If any of these things need work, start there. It would be a shame to have created a beautiful home only to have it destroyed by water damage or to collapse under its own weight.
Secondly, check the utilities and how they are performing in the home. Replace damaged ducting, damaged or malfunctioning air conditioning and heating, old or faulty wiring or plumbing. These areas are easily updated while the walls are open, and will avoid damaging the work you are about to undertake.