The Best Time of Year for Each Type of Home Remodeling Project
Home remodeling projects can transform your living space, increase your home's value, and enhance your overall comfort. However, the timing of your remodeling project is just as important as the design and execution. The right season can have a significant impact on the success of your project—whether it's about avoiding weather-related delays, saving money, or getting the best deals on materials. At Allstate General Contractors, we’re ready to help you with any home remodeling project, whenever you’re ready. With a fresh start to a new year, this is the perfect time to start planning out your home remodeling projects. By understanding the seasonal factors that influence your renovations, you can plan with confidence and get the most out of your investment.
Kitchen Remodels: Late Fall to Early Winter
One of our most requested home remodeling services at Allstate General Contractors is a partial or full kitchen remodel. This is no surprise, as homeowners tend to spend most of their time with the family in the heart of the home - the kitchen. Timing your kitchen remodel is key to minimizing disruptions, staying within budget, and achieving the best results. Late fall to early winter is an ideal time to start your kitchen renovation. Here are a few reasons why, along with a few things to keep in mind:
Contractor Availability: Contractors are typically less busy during the late fall and winter months, which can lead to quicker project timelines and more flexibility.
Holiday Planning: If you're looking to have your kitchen ready before the holidays, this is the time to start planning. Renovations can take several weeks, so starting early in the fall allows for any delays and ensures your kitchen is functional in time for family gatherings.
Better Material Selection: Since kitchen remodels often require a range of materials (cabinets, countertops, appliances), you'll have a better selection during the slower months, when suppliers are more focused on restocking.
Things to Keep in Mind:
Increased Holiday Traffic: While starting your kitchen remodel before the holidays is ideal, be prepared for some disruptions during the process, especially if you plan to cook and entertain at home.
Weather Delays: For projects that involve new windows, doors, or external work, you may experience delays due to weather conditions.
Bathroom Remodels: Winter
Winter is a great time to focus on smaller remodeling projects like a bathroom overhaul. Depending on the extent of the project, a bathroom remodel can be less disruptive to your daily life and can be completed on a quicker timeline than larger home renovations. Here are some advantages to planning your bathroom renovation in the winter, along with a few things to consider:
More Availability to Schedule Your Project: Bathroom remodels typically involve plumbing work, tiling, and potential demolition, which can take several weeks. Booking your project early will help ensure that your renovation is completed within the timeline you want.
Energy Efficiency: A winter remodel allows you to focus on energy-efficient updates such as new insulation, low-flow fixtures, or heated floors, which are particularly useful during the colder months.
Things to Keep in Mind:
Extended Wait for Custom Materials: Certain materials, like custom tiles or vanities, may have longer lead times during the winter months. You can get ahead of this by researching and placing orders for your materials in advance.
Temporary Inconvenience: Since you won’t have access to your bathroom during renovations, it’s important to plan for temporary arrangements (like using a secondary bathroom or portable bathroom setups). This is true no matter what time of year you remodel any part of your home, but it’s important to keep in mind, especially if you plan on having guests for the holidays.
Outdoor Landscaping and Hardscaping: Spring and Summer
If you're planning a landscaping or hardscaping project, such as creating a backyard oasis, adding a patio, or planting a garden, spring and summer are the prime seasons to contact Allstate General Contractors for these types of renovations. While landscaping is in high demand this time of year, here are some reasons why planning your project for Spring and Summer works out nicely for most homeowners.
Ideal Weather Conditions: The warm temperatures and longer days of spring and summer provide optimal conditions for planting and outdoor work. Your garden, lawn, and trees will thrive when planted during this season.
Access to Outdoor Materials: Suppliers have the widest variety of outdoor materials (such as decking, paving stones, or mulch) in stock during the warmer months, making it easier to find exactly what you want.
Workability: For projects like building a deck, patio, or other outdoor structures, spring and summer are the best times to ensure that materials like wood or stone are handled properly and can be installed efficiently.
Things to Keep in Mind:
Higher Demand for Contractors: Spring and summer can be busy seasons for us at Allstate General Contractors, so contact us in advance to ensure your project starts on time.
Budget Considerations: Because of the high demand, you may pay higher prices for some materials during peak season. To get around this, you can begin planning in the winter and placing orders for materials in advance.
Window and Door Replacement: Late Spring to Early Fall
Replacing windows or doors can significantly improve your home’s energy efficiency, impact mood lighting and atmosphere, and make your home more secure. Timing these projects to avoid weather-related delays or extra heating costs is crucial. While we can help you with these projects any time of year, Allstate General Contractors recommends late spring to early fall - here’s why, along with a couple of things to keep in mind when timing your new window or door installation:
Optimal Installation Conditions: Installing windows and doors requires minimal disruption to the home, but extreme temperatures (both hot and cold) can cause issues during the installation process. Late spring to early fall offers comfortable conditions for both installation teams and the materials themselves.
Faster Lead Times: Manufacturers and contractors typically have faster turnaround times in warmer months, so you can avoid the delays that sometimes come with winter or spring.
Energy Efficiency: Installing windows and doors before the winter cold hits ensures that your home will be well-prepared for the colder months, improving your home’s insulation and reducing heating costs.
Things to Keep in Mind:
High Demand in Summer: To ensure you’re ready for the summer window replacement rush, start planning early in the spring for the best availability. If you’re remodeling during peak summer months, know that these are busy months for Allstate General Contractors, so make sure to schedule an appointment with us in advance!
Roofing Projects: Late Summer to Early Fall
Hail can happen any time of the year in Albuquerque, but it’s most common in the late Spring and early Summer. Since your roof is your home’s first line of defense against the elements, it’s a good idea to inspect for damage after an intense storm. If damage is detected, it’s a good idea to schedule a repair or replacement with Allstate General Contractors before winter sets in. If you are looking for a roof repair or replacement, scheduling in the late summer to early fall is ideal timing.
Favorable Weather: Roofing work is best done when the weather is dry and warm. Hot or rainy conditions can delay roof installations or make the process more difficult, so late summer or early fall is the ideal window for this type of work.
Availability of Materials: Many roofing materials, such as shingles, are more readily available in late summer or early fall, as manufacturers focus on stocking up for the season.
Things to Keep in Mind:
Seasonal Delays: A good contractor is often busy year round, so book your project early to secure a spot in the schedule.
Interior Painting and Flooring: Fall or Winter
If you're planning to refresh your home’s interiors, whether by repainting walls or replacing flooring, fall or winter can be ideal for these types of projects.
No Distractions: Interior painting or flooring installations often require several days of work with minimal disruption to the family. Fall or winter means fewer family vacations and outdoor activities, allowing you to focus on your home’s interior.
Availability: Contractors tend to have lower demand in the fall and winter, which can translate to easier availability.
Things to Keep in Mind:
Humidity and Ventilation: In the colder months, ensure proper ventilation for painting or flooring projects, as closed windows can affect the drying process.
Longer Drying Times: If you’re painting, keep in mind that it may take a little longer for paint to cure in cooler, more humid environments.
Conclusion: Plan Your Remodels for Maximum Impact
The best time to tackle any home remodeling project depends on the scope of your renovation, the type of work required, and external factors like weather and availability of materials. Understanding the ideal timing for your project can help you avoid costly delays and achieve the best possible outcome. Allstate General Contractors is here to help you plan your next remodeling project, no matter the season. Contact us today to discuss your home improvement ideas and get expert advice on the best timing for your renovations!