Possible to hire an appraiser prior to renovation work?

[Scott K.]

Hi there, we purchased an older farmhouse we're looking to rehab and reside in.

We anticipate that renovations could be fairly costly, but are hoping they will improve the home value such that we can recover a sizable portion of the capital via a cash out refi.

Do any of you have experience hiring an appraiser prior to renovation work? We want reasonable certainty that we can indeed recover the capital outlay (and the expected amount) before going ahead with the renovation.

Thank you!