FAQ’s: What Time of Year Should I Start a New Project?

Q: What time of year is the best time to start a new renovation project?
A: When figuring out what time of year to start a new project, you should consider three things:
Renovation projects, no matter the scale, will cause some disruption to your day-to-day life
(although the results will be worth it!) If your job has an off-season, or you plan on doing the
renovations yourself, it might be best to plan a project for a time of year where you’ll be home
more often. If you have children, consider if having them at home full-time (like during summer
vacation) will cause them to get in the way of the renovation. Your unique lifestyle can play a big
role in making a project quick and efficient.
Secondly, you should consider the size of the project you’re taking on. A coat of paint or new
cabinetry hardware are small scale projects that take little time to complete, meaning they can
be done most times of the year without too much disruption. A full kitchen renovation, or
replacing exterior doors and windows will take much longer, and may rely on good weather to
be completed on time.
That brings us to the third consideration: Idaho’s unpredictable weather. Internal projects, like
replacing kitchen cabinetry or household moulding, can be done year-round, especially if you
have an indoor workspace like a garage to use.
Outdoor projects should be saved for warmer and drier weather, as should projects that temporarily compromise your home’s weather-proofing, such as replacing a porch door, or upgrading skylights. The renovation experts at Jbros can give you accurate estimates on how long projects will take so you can plan around the seasons.

Overall, what time of year to start your project will come down to your lifestyle and what specific
projects you’re planning. With several inches of snow restricting outdoor activities, Idaho’s
winters can be the perfect time to complete renovations indoors.
And if you want to revamp your home’s street appeal, schedule a free consultation with the pros at Jbros, so you can have a fully outlined plan ready to go when things warm up.