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Sep

Common Myths About Home Remodeling and Truth behind them

A home is getting renovated

There are a lot of myths out there among the home renovation facts. Some of these myths may even prevent people from pursuing any sort of home renovation. To help you and other homeowners become better informed.

Here are some Home Remodeling myths busted.

Myth 1: Going ‘Green’ is Too Expensive

This used to be the case when it came to making your home more green. As technology has advanced and become more popular, it’s not as expensive as it was to go green. Depending on where you live, there may even be local grants and incentives to go green. You’ll also have the benefit of lower utility bills, which can definitely add up over the years.

Myth 2: Paint Hides Everything

If you have damage to your walls, paint might mask it temporarily but it’s just a band-aid. Like all band-aids, it will start to wear and need to come off. Plus, the longer you put off repairs, the more expensive and complicated it gets to fix it.

Myth 3: Any Remodelling Will Increase the Value of My Home

While adding to your home and making design changes can increase the value of your property, not all renovations will return your investment. This shouldn’t stop you from turning your property into the home of your dreams. It’s your home after all, so even if you won’t get your money back if you sell you should be happy, relaxed, and comfortable when you’re there.

Myth 4: You Can DIY It Yourself

With so many tutorials online and workshops given at hardware stores, you might be tempted to think you can remodel your home by yourself from start to finish. While you may be able to do some of the smaller projects, there are certain things you should always enlist the help of a professional with. Otherwise, any money you’ve saved will be outweighed by potential problems later on.

No matter how big or small, Doran Bros Construction can help you with your home remodelling ideas in South London. We are industry experts and will work closely with you and your budget to make your dreams a reality. Contact us today to discuss remodelling construction in South West London.