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A house renovation refreshes the design of the home, and reinforces the structural integrity of the space. The Property Brothers suggest planning out your renovation project before you start renovating - including what to place in your home, and where to stay during a home renovation.
The renovation process is inconvenient, noisy, and hazardous for the people living in the household. If you have small children and pets in the home, there is an added risk of accidents that you may not be prepared for. Major renovation works may require you to vacate the space while renovations are ongoing, which is why you should consider temporary accommodations.
Even if you're only working on minor renovation projects, a short-term apartment rental or temporary accommodation may be more comfortable for you and your household, especially as strangers will walk in and out of your home to oversee, assess, and work on the renovations.
Besides safety and comfort, there is the issue of the renovation process itself. Renovating while household members are around can slow down the project, as day-to-day activities within the home can disrupt renovations.
Space is a crucial factor in choosing a temporary space to stay while your house is renovated. The ideal space should have all the comforts of a home, but without the exuberant price. Thankfully, vacation rentals are often affordable, and include facilities and amenities to make your stay comfortable during the renovation period.
Serviced apartments are the most common housing option for temporary housing. These fully-furnished apartments are privately-owned spaces that are rented out to tenants looking for a temporary place to stay, similar to Airbnbs. A serviced apartment is spacious, homey, and provides full accommodation amenities like a laundry area, multiple bedrooms, and a kitchen.
The facilities in a serviced apartment offer the same quality of comfort and functionality as units in condominium complexes, which makes serviced apartments a convenient option for temporary housing for families.
However, keep in mind that not all serviced apartments allow pets into the space. They will not have customer services, cleaning, maintenance, and laundry services as well. What you pay for is just a room or rooms for you and your family to stay in while construction is ongoing.
Looking for a place to stay for more than a month? Corporate housing may be your best option. These apartments, also called premium rentals or furnished apartments, offer long-term stay periods for tenants, and include full customer services. They are more affordable than extended stay hotels, and include more space per room.
Scouting for corporate stays near you may be challenging depending on your area, and while many of these premium rentals allow pets, there may not be enough rooms available for your stay. These apartments may be far from your home as well, which makes it inconvenient for you to go to work, school, and check up on the renovation site.
Some hotels in your area may offer deals on extended stays, complete with fully equipped kitchens, furnished spaces, access to amenities like swimming pools, and more. Suites are fully-furnished, and most complete package deals offer wi-fi as well as cleaning and laundry services to make your stay period more comfortable.
However, budget may be your limiting factor as an extended stay hotel is relatively more expensive than other temporary housing options. Most hotels do not allow pets as well, which can be difficult for homeowners looking for a temporary place.
Staying out of your house doesn't mean you completely ignore the renovation works going on in your home. Our team at Colebuild works closely with you, the homeowner, to provide you with updates and status reports regarding your construction project. Building with Colebuild is efficient and convenient!
Check out our blog to know what you need to prepare when planning your home renovation!
