Renovating a home can improve a family’s quality of life by expanding available living space, adding new features, and updating outdated fixtures. During the home renovation process, though, living in a construction site can be challenging. Families planning a renovation should consider these tips to ease the transitional period.

1. Be Present

Remaining on site can be a blessing in disguise when it comes to helping the process go smoothly. Homeowner availability to answer contractor questions and give approval will keep the project moving, even when it seems there’s still a long way to go. When issues arise, the property owners will be able to give feedback right away if they are living in the home.

2. Get Creative

Set up temporary spaces in the home where family members can stick to their routines. For example, if the kitchen is under renovation, plug in a mini-fridge, microwave, and toaster oven in a spare bedroom or dining room. When a bathroom is unusable because of construction, schedule shower times so morning routines aren’t disrupted.

3. Designate Construction-Free Zones

Family members should primarily spend time in areas that are free of dust and noise, so set boundaries with contractors in advance to make sure there’s still some private space to escape the chaos. Keeping kids and pets away from the areas where construction is happening is important for their safety and helps prevent delays.

4. Pack Up Valuables

Irreplaceable items should be kept far away from a home renovation. Fragile vases, priceless heirlooms, favorite works of art, and other breakables should be safely packed away and put in storage for the duration of construction. Homeowners can safely and simply store their belongings in portable storage containers from Go Mini’s®. These steel ventilated containers are specifically designed to protect valuables and come in 12, 16, and 20-foot sizes.

With preparation, a home renovation doesn’t have to be a headache, and you can get to enjoying your new space faster.