How to save on repairs

Each in its own way evaluates the word "expensive." For someone, 100 thousand rubles is a reasonable price. And for someone, only a few thousand seem unbearable. However, when the apartment requires a major renovation, everyone has a reasonable question: how to save on repairs?

The British say: "We are not rich enough to buy cheap things." This saying is worth listening to. After all, spending money on low-quality cheap material can result in an increase in the total cost of repairs. Consider what is more profitable for you to do: mount an expensive stretch ceiling and not touch it 15 years or invest a smaller amount of money in the alignment of the ceiling and return to its repair every 5-7 years old?

It is quite realistic to save on repairs up to 30-40% of the costs if:

1. Correctly calculate the estimate.
2. Do not rush.
3. As much as possible to do at the expense of our own efforts.

Where to start repair

First you need a project of the final result. In the smallest details, think about how you want to see the apartment after the repair: from the handle on the front door to the walls in the back room. This is perhaps the most difficult task in the whole process - to decide on desires.

Internet to help you. On its open spaces - a lot of photos of finished interiors, customize them to your taste and desires. Or download a program with which you can "draw" a 3D model of the desired design. Think, draw, take your time. Alterations and amendments in the course of repair is an extra waste of money and effort.

Start to count

Estimate approximately how much the entire repair process will cost. Add 20% to possible force majeure. Compare with your capabilities and adjust the plan. Otherwise, your home may suddenly turn into a long-term due to lack of funds.

Make a list of all necessary materials and services during the repair process, which account for the lion's share of the cost.

• Measure the perimeters of the walls, ceiling, windows, doors with a tape measure to calculate the number of wallpapers, putties, primers on all planes of the apartment. Assess whether windows and doors need to be replaced during routine repairs.
• Revision of plumbing: sinks, bathtubs, toilet bowl. Something needs to be replaced, but something can be repaired by yourself, saving some amount of money.
• Check out electrical wiring, its technical condition. Think about whether additional sockets/ switches.

Make a detailed table to visually see all the details of the upcoming repair:

• what materials and services are needed for repairs;
• amount of materials;
• their cost (fits later);
• turnaround time;
• what you can do with your own hands.

The list should be as detailed as possible, since savings on trifles and accurate calculation of materials for repairs (without a large margin) together make up an impressive amount.

Be sure to decide on the timing of the repair and the sequence of work, try to adhere to them. In this case, you do not have to re-stick the wallpaper on the walls after installing the heating pipes.

What will not be saved during the repair

Evaluate the front of work and your strengths. To avoid rework, which will cost a pretty penny, some types of repairs are better right away entrust to professionals. Suppose the installation of plumbing for you is a “Chinese letter”. Payment for the services of a worker will be included in the repair estimate. But why pay money for taking out a dismantled toilet bowl, if this can easily be done independently?

By fate, will all work be carried out by the employees of the company? Here you can also reduce costs. When deciding when it is best to make repairs to save money, move it to winter or spring. This is a dead season for construction companies, so they offer inexpensive apartment renovation, reducing prices by almost half.

If you are not comfortable with staggering furniture that does not stand in a crooked corner, you cannot avoid leveling the surfaces. And it also costs money. You will have to make the floor, walls and ceiling perfectly even, so as not to return to this stage in the future.

During the repair you can not save on wiring - this is your safety. Incorrect installation can cost the price of health.

Can I save on tools?

Ideally, you need to have your own repair tool, but there is no point in buying a grinder or grinder at one time, all the more so since their prices make them freeze, counting zeros. If possible, save by borrowing everything you need from friends. And if not? Where to get?

Contact a rental tool. Daily payment. For repairs, you will be provided with the whole range of necessary construction equipment. It is not necessary to take the entire kit at once. Today you need a drill and a grinder, and tomorrow a grinder without a drill, but with an angle cutter. This approach allows you to save a considerable amount of money compared to buying tools in a store.

There are also options for buying a used tool through the online portals "Slando" or "Avito". Be careful - check the performance of such equipment immediately before payment. The advantages of this solution are that you do not have to worry about the rental period, and after the repair is completed, a workable tool can be sold to the next person who wants to save.

Save on wall repairs

Referring to the list, look in stores for finishing materials, accessories, appliances and tools. It takes a lot of time, but you will know exactly where and at what price you will find what is useful for wall repair. Take your time to buy. Take an interest in discounts and promotions.

Visit the sales corner. Often there you can buy materials that have an expiration date, but you manage to use them. You can also save by picking up tiles from store residues in order to originally clad the walls in the bathroom.

• Naked style walls are now in fashion loft. Neat brickwork or bare concrete wall with decorative elements looks stylish and unusual. This design does not require almost any cost.
• To save on leveling very curved walls will help drywall or plywood. Season Trend - OSB plate, which looks great on walls and ceilings without additional decoration.

• Small wall defects can be handled by thick vinyl wallpapers.
• Wall decoration with decorative plaster, the price of which bites, you can do it yourself using ordinary putty.
• Pay attention to domestic manufacturers of building materials. Many of their products may well compete with imported counterparts, and allow good savings, yielding 1.5–2 times in price.

Replacing bulky items

Before you buy a bath, consider whether it is worth changing it. It is possible that there will be enough restoration, which can be done independently. It is also worth a closer look at the acrylic liner for the bath.

It’s possible to save a lot of money during repairs when buying polypropylene plumbing pipes. They are much cheaper than metal or copper, but not inferior to them in reliability.

It is better to order windows from manufacturers. They have their own measurers and consultants who will coordinate the price and explain how the models differ. This is a cheaper option compared to dealer sales.

Floor repair: how to save?

Parquet is a classic flooring. When it is worn, it is not always worth resorting to replacement. Cycle the surface, cover with a layer of varnish, and the parquet will be like new. If it cannot be repaired, you can put a carpet on top of it. You can also easily hide unsightly areas with a carpet according to the size of the defects.

Linoleum is a popular cheap material. However, its durability leaves much to be desired. The durable and versatile laminate is slightly more expensive, however, it also relates to budget options for floor coverings. In addition, installation and repair can be done with your own hands.

Boardwalk - a very inexpensive relatively bulk type of floor. Some wood species look no worse than parquet.

What are the benefits of dismantling?

To save a decent amount of money during the repair, you will be allowed to work that you can do yourself, without involving outside labor:

1. Dismantling of wall and ceiling coatings.
2. Demolition of partitions.
3. Clearance of doorways.
4. Alignment of the walls (at least approximate).
5. Mounting various accessories, sockets, door handles and other trifles.

The more knowledge and experience you have, the more chances there are to make a budget apartment repair yourself. Feel free to consult with relatives and friends, study articles and watch video tutorials about repairs.

How to save on garbage removal after repair?

The dismantling of old coatings, partitions and plumbing inevitably leaves behind mountains of waste. Use of public containers for construction waste prohibited by law, and the fines are very impressive. Cooperation with neighbors who, like you, are busy with repairs, allows you to save some money. One car for two apartments is half cheaper.

It always takes a lot of money to repair, but this is not a reason for sadness. An updated and fresh apartment will add vitality to life. You will surely wake up new forces, and you can earn on the implementation of your ideas.