Summer is typically the most popular time of year for home renovations – the weather is more cooperative, there are minimal disruptions to your family’s schedule during the summer months, you can often take advantage of summer product sales and the project will be done in time for the holidays.
This year, however, as we ease toward some sense of post-pandemic normalcy, there are some new considerations to keep in mind for this year’s renovation and hurricane season. Namely, the nationwide product demand problem has created a supply (or lack thereof) problem. You’ll need to factor in longer than usual delivery times on many goods. But your contractor can help you navigate these situations and know what to expect. Here are a few main reasons why you want to get the renovation ball rolling immediately.
This year, however, as we ease toward some sense of post-pandemic normalcy, there are some new considerations to keep in mind for this year’s renovation and hurricane season. Namely, the nationwide product demand problem has created a supply (or lack thereof) problem. You’ll need to factor in longer than usual delivery times on many goods. But your contractor can help you navigate these situations and know what to expect. Here are a few main reasons why you want to get the renovation ball rolling immediately.
Supply Chain Issues Causing Delays
With consumers shifting their spending toward goods – like building materials (think doors and windows!) – the production capacity of many of these goods is set to handle demand from a few years ago, not demand that’s up as much as 25% like we see today in some industries. Add to that the record-breaking numbers of goods clogging ports and delivery channels, and it basically means that whatever you want installed, you need to have your contractor order it now.
Reno Season Is Extra Busy This Year
As we’ve said, summer is renovation season. Contractors are usually booked solid from March through September of any given year. This year, especially, you’ll almost certainly have to get in line for renovation work; that line will be weeks, if not months, long. Get on your contractor’s schedule today so you can be sure to get the timeframe you prefer for this year.
Prepare For Hurricane Season – NOW
We’re back to supply chain issues here, as well. Any type of home building material is seeing delays in delivery times across the board. It’s simply a matter of too many dollars chasing too few goods. So if you’re looking at having impact-resistant or hurricane safe windows or doors installed before this year’s hurricane season, you need to get that scheduled right away.
The bottom line this renovation season is: you’re going to have to plan ahead and to be patient. Whether it’s supply chain issues on the products you need or it’s your contractor’s packed schedule, you need to plan ahead this year more than ever. The good news is that with a little forethought and understanding, there’s no reason your home renovation can’t go off without a hitch this summer! Just call us today to get the process started.