Remodeling the kitchen in your condo can be a great way to expand your available cooking space and create a more updated look. However, there are some additional concerns for condo owners that traditional homeowners may not have to worry about. Use the following guide to help prepare for your condo remodel.
Hire Approved Contractors
Some condo associations and HOAs work with a select list of approved contractors. Before you hire a remodeling contractor, be sure to check with the condo board. Hiring the right contractor at the beginning of your project can help prevent problems down the road. Ask for a list of contractors who have previously done work on the building and ask neighbors if they were happy with the results. Make sure your questions are specific to your project, such as the quality of cabinets and counters. This can help you find the right team to bring your new kitchen vision to light.
Meet Condo Requirements
Some condo buildings may have specific requirements for renovations, so you'll want to make sure that your plans align with those requirements. For example, some associations may prohibit the addition of garbage disposals in the kitchen to help prevent plumbing issues in the building. Others may require approval before running new water lines or electrical wiring within the walls. You may even find that some buildings require a specific color scheme for all units to create a cohesive look. It's a good idea to submit your remodeling plan to the board before work begins. This gives you a chance to make any changes that might be needed to align with the condo association's regulations.
Establish Working Hours
Working hours for remodeling and repair work are often set by the condo association to help minimize inconvenience for all residents. This means your contractors may not be able to begin work early in the morning or stay late at night. If it becomes necessary to shut the water off to part of the building to complete your kitchen's plumbing work, there may also be very specific rules about when the water can be shut off and the amount of time it can remain off.
You'll want to share this information with your remodeling contractor to prevent accruing any fines during the length of your project. Kitchen remodels can take time, depending on the size and scope of the project, so consider letting your condo board know the expected timeline for completion before work begins. This can help the board and your neighbors make arrangements to avoid any inconvenience while the work is being completed.
For more information about kitchen remodeling, contact companies like Paradise Kitchens SRQ.
