7 Questions to Ask a Construction Team Before Renovation

Renovation is an important stage that requires thorough preparation. Together with Stepan Bugaev, we will tell you what questions you must ask the construction team you hire to ensure peace of mind about the results.

Stepan Bugaev is an expert and founder of studios "Design Point" and "Renovation Point"

How many projects has the team completed?

The success of your renovation largely depends on the professionalism of the renovation team. However, even if the craftsmen working on your living space are experienced, it's still useful to find out what guarantees they provide after the work is finished.

In some cases, the qualification of workers is very important: ask whether there are specialists with specific expertise or if all members are generalists. Are there plumbers, electricians, or tile layers in the team?

How long will the renovation take?

It goes without saying that the answer to this question is important: sometimes situations arise where a renovation team promises deadlines that cannot be met technically.

How will the work be paid for?

This question should be clarified in detail. It is more practical to pay for the renovation in stages.

Occasionally, due to unforeseen circumstances, the renovation budget for materials and work can increase, so it's best to clarify whether the cost of the renovation can be fixed per square meter before work begins.

Is there a chance to see the team in action?

When choosing a renovation team, it's important to see their actual work in person — preferably at the final stage. Only then can you objectively assess whether these specialists are right for you and what the quality of their services is.

Plus, from the process, it's always clear how meticulous the builders are during work, whether they smoke on site, and how they handle electrical appliances.

What finishing materials will be needed?

Also — who will purchase them. If the team is responsible for procurement, find out how they manage reporting on purchased materials.

Who and how is responsible for the finishing materials?

It's very important to clarify this point to prevent damage or even theft of materials. It’s also necessary to know in advance who is responsible for calculating the amount of finishing materials and what steps to take if there's not enough or too much left.

Finally: find out if the workers will need to stay in the apartment during the renovation?

Will this affect the completion time of the work?

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