Paragon Home Services Team · July 28, 2023 · 1 min read
After 18 years of renovating homes across the South Bay, we have seen the same mistakes repeated. Every one of these is avoidable — and every one costs real money.
A bid 30-40% below the competition is not a deal — it is a contractor cutting scope, using inferior materials, or planning to make up the difference in change orders.
Unpermitted work must be disclosed when you sell. In the South Bay, where homes sell for $800K-$3M+, that disclosure is a deal-killer for educated buyers.
Every project needs a written contract specifying scope, materials, timeline, payment schedule, warranty, and change order procedures.
Every tile, fixture, and paint color should be finalized before demo begins. Changes during construction cause delays and cost overruns.
Waterproofing, ventilation, substrate prep, and electrical capacity determine whether your renovation lasts 5 years or 25.
A $100K kitchen in a neighborhood of $700K homes will not return its cost. Know your market ceiling.
If you just bought a home, live in it for three months before renovating. You will discover needs you could not see during a showing.
Learn about our process or call (310) 406-6675 for a free estimate.
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Serving Torrance, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes and the greater South Bay, Los Angeles.