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Home improvement is risky business. If you’re not smart when going about it, then you can end up with a catastrophe of massive proportions. It’s imperative to do your homework before plunging into a renovation project.

The biggest question that comes with a remodeling project is how much money one should spend on each space in the house. Sometimes people might pay too much or too little attention to a place that needs to be treated differently, such as the bathroom. The bathroom in the house is one such place that can, more often than not, be mishandled.

The smart thing to do when planning a bathroom remodel is to come up with a well-thought-out bathroom renovation plan to prevent any major setbacks from occurring. A skillfully renovated bathroom can add value and appeal to your house and turn out to be a smart investment.

There are some common errors in judgment that people tend to make when undertaking the unpredictable project. Make sure not to fall into those traps only to end up with a bathroom that falls short of your requirements.

Here are 5 bathroom remodel mistakes to avoid:

Too Much or Too Little Money

It’s good to try to get bathroom renovation on a budget. But sometimes trying to save money can cost you more money. Your bathroom should be designed to accommodate the frequency of its use.

Let’s say you want to renovate your personal bathroom that is not frequented by other people. Then you can focus more on the look and go easy on the durability, if that’s what you like. Since it’s not going to be used too often, mediocre quality fittings and fixtures would bear the load easily for a long time.

But if you are getting the common bathroom renovated then obviously scrimping on the accessories can cost you a bigger chunk of money later. Because the bathroom is going to be used by many people frequently, it would require fittings that would bear the load and not wear out soon.

You have to be smart about the allocation of money. Just like underfunding, overfunding is also detrimental for you. You lose a lot more money than you need to for an outcome that was achievable in a lesser amount of money.

Hiring Shady Experts

It’s possible that you fall into the trap of hiring incompetent professionals for the job. Some companies advertise their services as one of the best in town with years of experience. But that might just not be true. In that case, you can end up with an inexperienced team.

Make sure to hire certified professionals with reliable client testimonials. But if you are not sure about which team to hire, then consult an expert who can manage the project for you and link you to experienced people.

Uprooting the Entire Bathroom Unnecessarily

You need to know if your bathroom requires proper overhauling or just a few touch ups would be sufficient. People can fall into the trap of scraping the entire bathroom space for the sake of remodeling, even though just a cosmetic renovation would suffice.

There are bathrooms all across Australia that aren’t the most beautiful to look at, but still function pretty well. And before homeowners turn the entire space upside down to make it pretty, it is essential to get an opinion from an expert who can judge whether the place needs a major makeover or not before staring the project.

Although just touching up the bathroom space can be risky. If not done properly, it can damage the underlay of the room or affect the waterproofing system. And fixing that can cost big bucks.

So be sure to contract a skillful team for your small bathroom renovations.

Choosing Style over Practicality

Consider the current layout and space of your bathroom before starting renovation. Just because you want your bathroom to be modern and minimalist doesn’t mean you can get it. It’s important to check in with an expert and understanding the dimensions of your bathroom. They can help you come up with a plan that’s executable in the space you have.

Keep the structure and style of your house in mind because you don’t want the bathroom to look out of place.

Choosing to do the Job Yourself

Believing in your skills is good but sometimes it can be damaging if the job requires licensed expertise. Small changes and touchups are doable even for an amateur tradesperson, but taking up an entire project is not a smart choice. It can do more damage than good.

Changing faucets and fixtures is easier as compared to installing systems in a bathroom. Fixing plumbing, waterproofing, or wiring requires knowledge and experience. So it’s vital to hire experts.

If you have experience in the field, then by all means do the job yourself. It’s going to save you a lot of money and hassle. But DIY can be dangerous and things can go wrong if you’re not experienced enough. Be sure of your skills before diving into the project.

Bathroom renovation is not something a person does on a monthly basis. It’s something that’s done after at least a few years, unless an unexpected problem surfaces. To make sure things don’t go haywire, make sure to prepare well ahead of time. And consult a professional team with years of experience in the field to help you.

If you’re looking for a qualified team of experts then contact One Team Renovations and get the best rates for your bathroom remodel in all of Melbourne. Get a free quote today and enjoy our services for prices as low as $9,900.