Contractor recommendation for a single family home rehab/remodel
Investor · Columbus, OH · Member since 2016 · 9 posts · 4 votes
Contractor recommendation for a single family home rehab/remodel
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Remington LymanBusiness Member
Real Estate Agent · Columbus, OH · Member since 2017 · 6k+ posts · 7k+ votesOriginally posted by @Tan Kucukhas:
Hi everyone,
I'm looking for recommendations for contractors you personally worked with and have good experience with in Columbus Area.
I have a 1220 sqft single-family house built in 1971 located in downtown Columbus. This is an investment property that I've acquired a while ago. It has 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms with an unfinished basement.
It is outdated and was sitting vacant for a couple of years so there is a good amount of work
I don't have much experience in the area so really looking for reliable honest contractors that can produce a quality job that you can recommend from personal experience.
Here is a rough overview of the work if needed.
- flooring
-window replacement
-painting
-ceiling repair/replacement
-wall painting
-electrical switches outlets
Optional (to be discussed)
-cabinet replacement or touch up
-sink, faucet, and countertop replacement
- (demolition) removing a wall to create an open kitchen
-door replacements
-other minor cosmetic work
I have a list of contractors in Columbus, Ohio that I can send you
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- Contractor · Columbus, OH · Member since 2017 · 85 posts · 83 votes5y
There are many great contractors in Columbus, have you put together a budget for this scope of work? Do you have a property manager? If so they can be a great resource for property rehabs. Just remember you get what you pay for A little bit more info on your project and situation could help in providing direction for the BP community to make recommendations.
- Indianapolis · Member since 2019 · 288 posts · 179 votes5y
Just putting in my two-sense worth as far as making sure any recommendations you receive, you fully vet. That means making sure they are licensed and insured (and getting proof before work starts/contracts are signed) and then following up with their references to make sure they have a good history behind them as well.
DIY just isn't cutting it anymore with investment properties - make sure your contractor is bringing in proven professionals with their team and you've set firm and clear expectations of communication and timelines prior to starting.
Best of luck to you!! - 5yRemington LymanBusiness MemberReal Estate Agent · Columbus, OH · Member since 2017 · 6k+ posts · 7k+ votes
Originally posted by @Tan Kucukhas:
Hi everyone,
I'm looking for recommendations for contractors you personally worked with and have good experience with in Columbus Area.
I have a 1220 sqft single-family house built in 1971 located in downtown Columbus. This is an investment property that I've acquired a while ago. It has 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms with an unfinished basement.
It is outdated and was sitting vacant for a couple of years so there is a good amount of workI don't have much experience in the area so really looking for reliable honest contractors that can produce a quality job that you can recommend from personal experience.
Here is a rough overview of the work if needed.
- flooring
-window replacement
-painting
-ceiling repair/replacement
-wall painting
-electrical switches outletsOptional (to be discussed)
-cabinet replacement or touch up
-sink, faucet, and countertop replacement
- (demolition) removing a wall to create an open kitchen
-door replacements
-other minor cosmetic workI have a list of contractors in Columbus, Ohio that I can send you
- Investor · Columbus, OH · Member since 2016 · 9 posts · 4 votes5y
Originally posted by @Zac Mckenzie:
There are many great contractors in Columbus, have you put together a budget for this scope of work? Do you have a property manager? If so they can be a great resource for property rehabs. Just remember you get what you pay for A little bit more info on your project and situation could help in providing direction for the BP community to make recommendations.
Thank you so much for your response Zac. Sorry for the late response looks like my notifications were off so I have not seen these answers.
I'll be managing the work myself. This is my first investment so I would like to be involved and learn as much as I can so I do not have a dedicated property manager.
I have 3 different contractors come in to take a look at the project. I'm waiting for two of them to give me a price estimate.
There is a lot to do since the home has been neglected for a while. Here is the full scope;-- Kitchen
Laminate Floor
Replace countertop
Paint or replace cabinets depending on cabinet prices
Remove kitchen wall to create open space with living room
Wall paint
Ceiling Paint
Change fixture
Change Doorknobs
Change back door frame
Change back door
-- Living Room
Laminate floor
2 Window Replacement
Ceiling Paint
Wall paint
Door Knob change
Add Fixture
-- Downstair Room1
Laminate floor
Ceiling Paint
Wall paint
Fixture change
Door Knob change
Replace window
-- Upstairs Room 1
Replace 2 Windows
Carpet replace
Ceiling Paint
Wall paint
Fixture Change
Door Knob change
-- Upstairs Room 2
Replace one window
Carpet replace
Wall paint
ceiling Paint
Fix Ceiling sheetrock
Fixture change
Door Knob change
-- Upstairs Room 3
Replace ceiling sheetrock
Wall paint
ceiling Paint
Fixture change
Door Knob change
-- Bathroom 1
Replace with tile floor
Replace toilet
Fix bathtub wall tiles (a couple of missing tiles)
Wall paint
ceiling Paint
Fan cover
Replace vanity and Mirror
-- Half bathroom downstairs
Replace with tile floor
Replace toilet
Fix bathtub wall tiles (a couple of missing tiles)
Wall paint
ceiling Paint
Fan cover
Replace vanity and Mirror
-- Basement
Add drywall
Add washer dryer hookup
Split basement to leave space for Fusebox and Furnace
Add Door
-- 13 step Stairs
Add carpet
-- Entry
Replace door
laminate floor - Investor · Columbus, OH · Member since 2016 · 9 posts · 4 votes5y
Originally posted by @Alora Glaze:
Just putting in my two-sense worth as far as making sure any recommendations you receive, you fully vet. That means making sure they are licensed and insured (and getting proof before work starts/contracts are signed) and then following up with their references to make sure they have a good history behind them as well.
DIY just isn't cutting it anymore with investment properties - make sure your contractor is bringing in proven professionals with their team and you've set firm and clear expectations of communication and timelines prior to starting.
Best of luck to you!!
Great advice Alore! I'll make sure I check those with the contractors I'm in touch with. - Investor · Columbus, OH · Member since 2016 · 9 posts · 4 votes5yOriginally posted by @Remington Lyman:
I have a list of contractors in Columbus, Ohio that I can send you
That would be incredible, do you mind sharing the list with me? Happy to jump on a call with you or discuss through direct message. - 5yRemington LymanBusiness MemberReal Estate Agent · Columbus, OH · Member since 2017 · 6k+ posts · 7k+ votes
Originally posted by @Tan Kucukhas:
Originally posted by @Remington Lyman:I have a list of contractors in Columbus, Ohio that I can send you
That would be incredible, do you mind sharing the list with me? Happy to jump on a call with you or discuss through direct message.Definitly
- Contractor · Columbus, OH · Member since 2017 · 85 posts · 83 votes5y
Originally posted by @Tan Kucukhas:
Originally posted by @Zac Mckenzie:
There are many great contractors in Columbus, have you put together a budget for this scope of work? Do you have a property manager? If so they can be a great resource for property rehabs. Just remember you get what you pay for A little bit more info on your project and situation could help in providing direction for the BP community to make recommendations.
Thank you so much for your response Zac. Sorry for the late response looks like my notifications were off so I have not seen these answers.
I'll be managing the work myself. This is my first investment so I would like to be involved and learn as much as I can so I do not have a dedicated property manager.
I have 3 different contractors come in to take a look at the project. I'm waiting for two of them to give me a price estimate.
There is a lot to do since the home has been neglected for a while. Here is the full scope;-- Kitchen
Laminate Floor
Replace countertop
Paint or replace cabinets depending on cabinet prices
Remove kitchen wall to create open space with living room
Wall paint
Ceiling Paint
Change fixture
Change Doorknobs
Change back door frame
Change back door
-- Living Room
Laminate floor
2 Window Replacement
Ceiling Paint
Wall paint
Door Knob change
Add Fixture
-- Downstair Room1
Laminate floor
Ceiling Paint
Wall paint
Fixture change
Door Knob change
Replace window
-- Upstairs Room 1
Replace 2 Windows
Carpet replace
Ceiling Paint
Wall paint
Fixture Change
Door Knob change
-- Upstairs Room 2
Replace one window
Carpet replace
Wall paint
ceiling Paint
Fix Ceiling sheetrock
Fixture change
Door Knob change
-- Upstairs Room 3
Replace ceiling sheetrock
Wall paint
ceiling Paint
Fixture change
Door Knob change
-- Bathroom 1
Replace with tile floor
Replace toilet
Fix bathtub wall tiles (a couple of missing tiles)
Wall paint
ceiling Paint
Fan cover
Replace vanity and Mirror
-- Half bathroom downstairs
Replace with tile floor
Replace toilet
Fix bathtub wall tiles (a couple of missing tiles)
Wall paint
ceiling Paint
Fan cover
Replace vanity and Mirror
-- Basement
Add drywall
Add washer dryer hookup
Split basement to leave space for Fusebox and Furnace
Add Door
-- 13 step Stairs
Add carpet
-- Entry
Replace door
laminate floorTan I am all for sweat equity so I commend you on that choice, if you are just starting to build your remodel knowledge base I would highly recommend that you higher great GC and then stick by his side. The following will have the biggest impact on your project:
-Design, (Architectural/product selections)
-Permitting
-Long lead time ordering of items
-Order of Operations
Remember the efficiency and financial position of your project will come down to this organization and the managed (scope gap). If you don't learn how to anticipate the work between the trades you'll never be ahead of the game ( If your wanting to manage projects). Best of luck to you Tan.
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