Home Improvement or Remodel!

What is the difference between a home improvement and a home remodel? I generally define a home remodel as a major undertaking that significantly changes the appearance of the property. It usually involves structural changes or at least adding or deleting walls.

I also consider the complete renovation of a kitchen or bathroom to be a remodel. By that I mean changing fixtures, cabinetry and floors.

Another distinguishing feature can be whether or not a building permit is required in order to undertake the work. No building permit required then in my opinion it falls under decorating or home improvement. If a building permit is required then it is a remodel.

All that being said, it really doesn't matter whether you consider your project to be a remodel, home improvement or decorating the same considerations applies to making it a success.

Those two considerations are:

• Planning
• Knowledge