EPISODE · Dec 8, 2025 · 28 MIN
19: The Top 4 Renovation Mistakes Costing Homeowners Thousands (And How to Avoid Them)
from Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home Improvement, Kitchen Design, Bathroom Design, Welcoming Home · host Jen Orr | Interior Designer, Project Manager, Remodel Specialist
Before you fall headfirst into demo day or get swept away by your Pinterest board, there are a few renovation mistakes that can cost you thousands—and most homeowners don’t even know they’re making them. In this episode, I’m calling out the biggest budget-busters I see all the time… and how you can avoid the stress, the chaos, and the expensive do-overs. We’re breaking down the top mistakes that wreck renovation budgets—like demoing without a design plan, letting your Pinterest board lead instead of your budget, hiring the wrong contractor, and getting estimates without a clear scope of work. And more importantly, I’ll show you exactly what to do instead so you can save money, stay sane, and move forward with confidence. If you’re planning a remodel and want total clarity before you spend a dime, my Pocket Designer Session is your next step—one hour, zero guessing. Pocket Designer Sessions: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/pocketdesigner Slow down before you ramp up. Protect your budget. And let’s make this remodel the one you actually enjoy. Next Steps: Already in the thick of a remodel and need help? Check out Pocket Designer Sessions: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/pocketdesigner Don’t Forget! Join the Insiders List for weekly tips: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/insiders Join the FREE Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/preparingforyourhomeremodel Get the Remodel Selections Checklist: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/list Happy Remodeling! Get in Touch: E-mail: [email protected] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/studioredinteriordesign/
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Before you fall headfirst into demo day or get swept away by your Pinterest board, there are a few renovation mistakes that can cost you thousands—and most homeowners don’t even know they’re making them. In this episode, I’m calling out the biggest budget-busters I see all the time… and how you can avoid the stress, the chaos, and the expensive do-overs. We’re breaking down the top mistakes that wreck renovation budgets—like demoing without a design plan, letting your Pinterest board lead instead of your budget, hiring the wrong contractor, and getting estimates without a clear scope of work. And more importantly, I’ll show you exactly what to do instead so you can save money, stay sane, and move forward with confidence. If you’re planning a remodel and want total clarity before you spend a dime, my Pocket Designer Session is your next step—one hour, zero guessing. Pocket Designer Sessions: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/pocketdesigner Slow down before you ramp up. Protect your budget. And let’s make this remodel the one you actually enjoy. Next Steps: Already in the thick of a remodel and need help? Check out Pocket Designer Sessions: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/pocketdesigner Don’t Forget! Join the Insiders List for weekly tips: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/insiders Join the FREE Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/preparingforyourhomeremodel Get the Remodel Selections Checklist: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/list Happy Remodeling! Get in Touch: E-mail: [email protected] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/studioredinteriordesign/
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