So you’ve decided to remodel? Exciting for you, but how do your neighbors feel about it? Homeowners need to remember that neighbors may not feel quite as thrilled with the project as they are. Find out how you can make peace with your neighbors during your remodel.
Remember: While remodeling, be a good neighbor
1) Take a moment to inform the neighborhood of their plans, length of construction time and who will be doing the remodeling job.
2) Let neighbors know well in advance about your remodeling plans and keep them apprised of progress, detail by detail.
3) Tell neighbors when work will begin, the approximate completion date, what work will be done and whether workers might have to come onto their property.
4) Make sure noisy power tools are only used during standard business hours. Reasonable hours are weekdays from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
5) Inform your neighbors of any large trucks entering the neighborhood and ask subcontractors to park on one side of the street only.
6) Try your best to have materials dropped off in your driveway or yard rather than the street, and keep your yard as tidy as possible.
7) Watch for debris that might find its way onto your neighbors' yards, especially if a roofing project is involved.
7) Remove dumpsters as quickly as possible. If you have room left in your last dumpster, invite neighbors to dump anything they might have lurking in their garage that needs tossing.
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