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Free before the builders arrive

Quotes, contracts, permissions and the house rules, sorted before the work starts.

Plan

• Get three quotes
• Check references and reviews
• Get a written contract
• Agree start and finish dates
• Check required permissions
• Check building requirements
• Check for hazardous materials
• Check insurance
• Agree payment schedule
• Agree who buys materials
• Agree how changes are approved

Prepare

• Clear the work area
• Protect floors and furniture
• Protect children and pets
• Agree storage and waste areas
• Agree toilet and kitchen use
• Agree working hours
• Arrange parking

During

• Record agreed changes
• Take photos of progress

After

• Check completed work
• Check for unfinished work
• Keep certificates and guarantees
• Make final payment

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