Plan your Next Project...

You'll save money on remodeling projects if you plan well in advance, get several bids, do simple parts yourself, shop for materials, design with energy savings in mind and follow these other easy ideas.

By the DIY experts of The Family Handyman Magazine

• Tip 1: Plan your project and get bids well in advance
• Tip 2: Pay extra for energy-saving features
• Tip 3: Hire an architect or designer for at least an initial sketch
• Tip 4: Pitch in and do parts of the project yourself
• Tip 5: Plan for future upgrades if you can't afford them now
• Tip 6: Compare the price of remodeling with the cost of buying new
• Tip 7: Shop for materials yourself
• Tip 8: Don’t overdo windows and skylights
• Tip 9: Avoid moving the plumbing or changing the foundation
• Tip 10: Order over the internet 

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