Home Renovation Frequently Asked Questions

Factor will help walk you through the entire home renovation process. Here are a few of the most common topics we discuss with clients during an initial consultation.

• What is the design build home renovation method?

  The design build method for home renovations unifies the design and build teams together under one organization. Factor employs the entire team that will be collaborating on your home remodel project. The architects and interior designers work directly with project managers and craftsman that are physically completing the job. The design build method creates a variety of efficiencies due to the design team and build team having an established working relationship.

• What factors should I consider before a home renovation project?

  A home remodel project is a significant life changing event. There are a many crucial aspects you should take the time to research before proceeding. To get started here are a few important considerations.

  • Home Remodel Goals – What are the main goals you wish to accomplish with this home renovation? Increase square footage, give your home a modern makeover, additional bedrooms/bathrooms/office space, adding value to your home before a potential sale. Prioritizing goals for the project will play a major role in the design build renovation process.
  • Aesthetic Preferences  – Having an grasp on your preferred architecture and interior design preferences can help move the design phase along. Take the time to browse a variety of popular home styles – Mid-century modern, traditional, modern farmhouse, rustic, Boho, Scandinavian, etc. Coming into the initial design meeting with a general aesthetic style gives our design team a great jumping off point.
  • Budget – Setting a realistic budget and aligning it with your home renovation goals is extremely important. Our team will deliver an accurate fixed cost quote to accomplish your project.
  • Timeline – The team at Factor will help develop a realistic timeline for your proposed project. A home renovation project can be disruptive to your living arrangement or require you to seek temporary housing for a period of time. Establishing an accurate timeline for project completion is one of the ways Factor is held in such high regards by our clients.

• What home renovations typically add the most value?

  Whether you are renovating to enhance your family’s living situation or investing in improvements before listing a property, knowing what upgrades can increase your home’s value is very important to consider. There are a lots of market variables that will play a role in your homes market value. Here are a few of the home renovation projects that can help boost your homes listing price.

  • Increasing square footage 
  • Improving the amount of natural light
  • Kitchen remodels with modern energy efficient appliances
  • Modern bathroom renovations
  • Installing hardwood floors or tile
  • Open layout living areas
  • Exterior Renovations – New siding and roofing