Before You Renovate publishes practical renovation guidance for homeowners. Our goal is calm, accurate, and understandable information that helps you plan and avoid expensive mistakes.
How we create content
- We start with the question a homeowner is trying to answer (what it costs, what to expect, what can go wrong).
- We research common standards, typical ranges, and trade-offs, then explain them in plain language.
- We prioritize clarity and context over hype. If a topic has meaningful uncertainty, we say so.
Sources and estimates
Renovation costs and timelines vary by region, home conditions, contractor availability, scope, and finish choices. When we provide estimates or ranges, they are general guidance not a quote or a guarantee.
Corrections and updates
- We update articles when information changes, when we find clearer explanations, or when readers point out issues.
- If you believe something is inaccurate or unclear, please contact us so we can review it.
Advertising and independence
We may monetize the site through display advertising (for example, Google AdSense). Advertising does not determine our editorial conclusions. We aim to keep the reading experience calm and non-deceptive.
No professional advice
Our content is for informational purposes only. It is not legal, financial, tax, engineering, or contracting advice.