The expert spoke about the timing of the purchase of materials for repairs

Spring has arrived early enough, which means that it is already possible to prepare for repairs at the cottage and in the apartment. The expert "All Tools.On March 16, Yana Matlash told Izvestia about the proper planning of work, as well as which materials should be purchased quickly.

According to her, in early spring, when the demand for tools and services of craftsmen is still relatively low, you can start rough work: apply plaster or putty, replace windows and plumbing.

"As for cottages, early spring is suitable for purchasing materials and clearing the site. It is better to start the main work in April or May, when the temperature will consistently stay above zero. Late spring is suitable for preparing trenches for foundations and communications, installing frames, pouring foundations and brickwork," explained Matlash.

In spring, it is worth buying construction and finishing materials: roofing materials, insulation materials, bricks, foam blocks, plywood, as well as punchers, drills and screwdrivers, protective equipment and consumables. It may be possible to find leftovers at last year's prices, the expert stressed. She advised to postpone the purchase of wallpaper, flooring and tiles. After the renovation is completed, you can buy furniture, lighting and decor, as their price does not depend on the season.

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"There are some simple rules for planning renovation work: assess the current condition of the apartment or cottage: inspect the floors and walls for cracks, check the wiring and plumbing, think about insulation. Determine the goals and scale of the repair: divide the stages into roughing and finishing, write down the main tasks for calculating the upcoming costs," the expert added.

She noted that it is also important to prepare an estimate. It is worth investing 10-20% more for unforeseen expenses or sudden price spikes, as well as calculating the repair time: take into account the drying time of materials and the sequence of steps. This is especially important if they will be performed by different craftsmen, Matlash emphasized.

"On average, you can save 20-40% of the total repair budget if you plan purchases in advance, as the demand for building materials is higher in summer. Compare prices in different online stores, look for promotions and discounts to save even more," she concluded.

On March 5, a repair specialist from the Profi service.Ruslan Tikhonenko told Izvestia about the ways to properly organize repairs. He advised to check the foreman carefully — to go to his facilities under construction, to evaluate the technical knowledge of a specialist. The estimate should be drawn up after assessing the condition of the apartment or house, it is worth paying attention to the "additional work" column, which often contains many unnecessary items that increase the total cost. So, the expert recommended not to strive to complete repairs in 1-2 months and to abandon specialists who promise to manage in this period.