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House Renovation Services Residential & Commercial
Is your house looking a little worse for the wear? Are you starting to think about moving? Your new house may be hidden right before your very eyes. The design and construction team at The Build Guy, specialize in whole house renovations. More than just cosmetic upgrades, a whole house renovation can completely transform a house both inside and out!
Some people love older homes because they have a unique character and a level of detail you rarely find in new construction. But they may have some shortcomings as well. We can help you develop a strategy to address your home’s flaws while preserving and enhancing its best features.
What Is The Benefit to Renovate Your Home
Increased Property Value
Renovations often increase the market value of your home, making it a more attractive investment.
Enhanced Comfort and Functionality
Updating old fixtures, appliances, and layouts can improve daily living conditions and functionality.
Energy Efficiency
Upgrading to energy-efficient appliances, windows, and insulation can lower utility bills.
Personalization
Renovations allow you to customize your space to better suit your preferences and lifestyle.
Repair and Maintenance
Addressing wear and tear through renovations can prevent larger problems and costly repairs in the future.
Personal Style and Aesthetics
Improving the look and feel of your home can create a more enjoyable living environment.
Health and Safety
Renovations can address safety concerns and improve indoor air quality.
Adaptation to Lifestyle Changes
Renovations can help your home better accommodate changes in your lifestyle, such as adding a home office, creating a nursery, or installing accessibility features for aging in place.
Services We Offer
Design and Planning Phase
The planning phase of a bathroom renovation is a crucial step in the process. It involves careful consideration of the desired design, layout, fixtures, materials, and budget. During this phase, detailed measurements, project timelines, and permits are obtained to ensure a smooth and successful renovation project.
Design and Selections
The design and selections phase of a bathroom renovation is where creativity meets functionality. It involves working closely with design professionals to create a vision for the space and make selections for fixtures, tiles, colors, and finishes. Attention to detail and careful consideration of personal preferences ensure a cohesive and visually appealing bathroom design.
Demolition and Preparation
The demolition and preparation phase of a bathroom renovation involves removing existing fixtures, tiles, and materials to create a blank canvas. It requires skilled professionals to safely demolish and dispose of the old materials. The area is then prepared for the installation of new plumbing, electrical, and structural elements, setting the stage for the transformation to come.
Installation and Construction
The installation and construction phase of a bathroom renovation brings the design to life. Skilled tradespeople work meticulously to install new fixtures, plumbing, electrical components, tiles, cabinetry, and other elements. Attention to detail and craftsmanship ensure that everything is installed correctly and according to the design plan, resulting in a beautiful and functional bathroom space.
Final Inspections and Quality Assurance
Final inspections and quality assurance are critical steps in ensuring the success of a bathroom renovation. Professional inspectors thoroughly assess all aspects of the project, from plumbing and electrical work to finishes and overall functionality. Any necessary adjustments or corrections are made to meet high-quality standards, providing homeowners with peace of mind and a well-executed renovation.
Completion and Handover
The completion and handover phase of a bathroom renovation marks the final stages of the project. It involves finalizing all installations, conducting thorough inspections, and addressing any last-minute adjustments or touch-ups. Once everything is deemed satisfactory, the renovated bathroom is handed over to the homeowner, ready to be enjoyed for years to come.
Types of Home Renovations
Transform your home into a luxurious retreat with our expert renovation services. Enhance functionality and style.
Home Extension
This involves adding extra rooms or expanding existing spaces to create more living area. Home extensions can include adding another bedroom, a larger kitchen, or a new living room. This type of renovation increases the square footage of the home, making it more suitable for growing families or those needing more space.
Exterior Upgrades
These renovations focus on improving the outside appearance and functionality of the home. Common upgrades include installing new siding, updating windows and doors, adding a fresh coat of paint, or enhancing landscaping. Exterior upgrades not only boost curb appeal but also improve the home's energy efficiency and overall value.
Painting and Flooring
Refreshing the paint on walls and updating flooring materials (e.g., switching from carpet to hardwood or tile) are common renovations that can instantly update the appearance and feel of a home. These changes can also improve durability and ease of maintenance.
Most Prominent Renovation Tasks
Open Plan
Many area homes are quite compartmentalized, lacking the openness and multi-use space popular with today’s lifestyle. Let the team at The Build Guy show you how to remove unnecessary walls within your home to transform its function and flow. On top of that, our design staff will help tailor the scale, proportion and finish of each room to suit your every need.
But why is an open plan so appealing? We all lead busy lives with a never-ending list of commitments and activities, so the ability to multitask is key. Whether helping with a school project while you are preparing dinner, or watching the big game while paying household bills, an open plan gives you flexible space that’s adaptable to the changing needs of your family.
Customization
Have you ever visited a home and immediately felt like it perfectly fit its owner? Home customization is a great way to put your own unique stamp on your living space. Are you a collector or reader? Do you love color or bold patterns? Highlighting the elements of your life and family that are most important will make your house special.
- Carve out space for a wine cellar or library nook.
- Install custom built-ins in the family room to display the treasures of your travels.
- Add a wet bar if you love to entertain.
- Build a screen porch to expand your living space into the outdoors.
These are but a few of the many options that can be explored when customizing your home.
Clients engage The Build Guy because we add a level of detail and service you won’t find anywhere else. Our collaborative process focuses on every detail to ensure your house fits you perfectly.
Unified Aesthetic
A lot of homes have plenty of space but suffer from a lack of cohesion. A jumble of different architectural styles and competing aesthetics can fracture a home into a collection of rooms unrelated to one another. In this instance, less really is more.
A whole house renovation can reconnect your home without making major changes to the footprint. Developing a common language with trim details and millwork is often a good place to start. Finish materials and color can also play a key role in defining a unified aesthetic throughout your home.
No matter what your style, the staff at The Build Guy can transform your home into an artful expression of you.
Express Your Style on the Outside
The outside of your home is just as important as its inside. Some might refer to this as curb appeal, but it’s really much more than that.
When you drive up to your home do you feel welcome? What is the entry sequence for family and guests? Is it a pleasant experience, or not? Our mood is dramatically affected by the environment around us, and a whole house renovation can turn a drab exterior into an inspiring event you get to enjoy coming home to every day.
Bathrooms
We are all living longer so health and quality of life as we age is an important factor to consider when remodeling your home. We love our homes and want to live independently within them for as long as we possibly can.
Ground-level bedrooms and bathrooms are a great way to incorporate an “age in place” strategy into your home. First-floor sleeping quarters remove the need to maneuver up and down stairs on a daily basis. A full bathroom can incorporate universal design principles that don’t sacrifice beauty for function, but marry the two into a space that works for any age or ability.
In an era where we see a rise in multi-generational homes, an addition like this can also allow you to care for a relative or parent.
Braai Patio's
Braai Patio’s is a great addition to any home, and a Pergola look is a popular option throughout Pretoria. With hot and humid summers and an abundance of mosquitos, a Braai Patio is a great way to expand your living space with an environment protected from the elements that can be enjoyed almost year round.
One additional benefit of a Braai Patio is, that the whole family can enjoy a LEKKER braai after Rugby games.
