6 Things to Know Before Starting a Major Home Remodel

July 7th, 2025

Planning a major home remodel? Whether you’re redesigning your kitchen, opening up the layout, or adding more space, it’s a significant decision and a substantial investment. The more prepared you are, the smoother the process will be.

At Munz Construction, we’ve helped hundreds of Bucks County homeowners navigate renovations with clarity and confidence. If you’re thinking about starting a remodel, here are six essential things to know before you begin.

Know Your Budget—and Build in a Buffer

Before selecting materials or design features, it’s essential to define your budget. But here’s the key: always include a little room for the unexpected. Things like outdated wiring, plumbing surprises, or minor design changes can arise once the project begins.

Working with a contractor who’s transparent about costs and helps you prioritize what matters most can keep you on track without sacrificing quality.

Permits Are Often Required—But You Shouldn’t Have to Handle Them

If your remodel includes structural changes, plumbing, or electrical work, you’ll likely need permits. That can feel overwhelming, but it’s something a qualified contractor should manage for you.

At Munz Construction, we handle the entire permitting process, ensuring that everything is up to code and approved adequately before construction begins.

You May Need to Adjust How You Use Your Home—Temporarily

During a remodel, the crew will likely close off the area while they work. That means setting up a temporary kitchen, using a different bathroom, or relocating furniture. It’s all part of the process, and it’s completely manageable with the right plan in place.

We help our clients think through these details in advance so they feel prepared and comfortable throughout the project.

Remodeling Can Be Messy—But It Shouldn’t Be Chaotic

Yes, there will be some dust, noise, and disruption—but a well-organized contractor will contain the mess and respect your home. Ask what steps your team will take to protect your space and maintain a clean and efficient environment.

At Munz, we go the extra mile to keep job sites tidy, safe, and secure—because we know we’re not just working on a house, we’re working inside someone’s home.

Communication is Everything

Clear, consistent communication is one of the most significant factors in a successful remodeling experience. Make sure you identify your point of contact, understand how the team will share updates, and clarify how they will handle any unexpected changes.

At Munz Construction, our clients have a dedicated project manager to keep everything on track, answer questions, and make sure you’re always in the loop.

The Contractor You Choose Makes All the Difference

Remodeling is more than just construction—it’s trust, partnership, and peace of mind. Look for a contractor who offers a streamlined process, an experienced team, and a portfolio that demonstrates their commitment to quality work.

With over 40 years of experience in Bucks County, Munz Construction has built a reputation for craftsmanship, transparency, and projects that feel like home, because we treat your space as if it were our own.

Start Your Remodel with Confidence

When you understand what to expect, you’re better equipped to make wise decisions and enjoy the process. Whether you’re in the idea phase or ready to build, our team is here to guide you from the first sketch to the final reveal.

Serving homeowners in Richboro, Newtown, Doylestown, Yardley, and across Bucks County.

Let’s Build Something Great Together

Ready to explore your remodeling options?
Schedule a consultation at MunzConstruction.com.
Or call us at 215-953-8833 to get started.

Can I live in my home during the renovation?

Often, yes—but it depends on the type of project. For kitchen or bathroom remodels, you may need temporary setups.

How much does a full home renovation cost?

Costs vary based on square footage, materials, and complexity. A design consultation is the best way to get an accurate quote.

L. C.

14:13 11 Sep 18

Munz Construction has done a number of large projects for us at our home over the past 18 yrs. They have always done a great job. Their workers are good and very courteous. We have always felt very comfortable with them in our house, especially Phil and Jason. Steve and Pete are easy to work with and are responsive to questions/issues. Bryan is very helpful when you need to make selections for your projects. The company stands behind their work and provides quality in a timely fashion, which can't be said for a lot of other companies these days. We would definitely recommend them!

tina leck

17:46 17 Aug 18

Munz Construction did an amazing job with our basement remodel. The entire team was so pleasant to work with. Everyone that has come to our home since the remodel has been thoroughly impressed with the design. It really was a great experience to work with everyone at Munz. I’d like to also add that my husband tends to be an “overspender” and I am the complete opposite... so from the very start of our project , the design team made sure we were both comfortable with all of our selections. They always showed numerous options and price points for different things. So in the end, my husband and I were both so happy with everything. Thanks Munz, we’ll definitely use you again.

Sheryl Duffy

19:23 17 Sep 18

I did a major renovation of a 40 year old house. While touching virtually every room, the most significant changes included creating a new custom kitchen by combining the existing kitchen with a small dining room, creating a new master bedroom and converting a small bedroom into a large new master bathroom. I had contacted several well known home renovation companies who either did not seem to be interested in the large project or did not seem to offer the “full service” and support I needed. Steve and Bryan spent all the time I needed to make me comfortable making all the design decisions – not an easy task since I am design challenged! Any issues that came up, as would be expected in a project this size, were addressed. In addition, everyone made living in the house during construction as comfortable as possible. I would also like to say that the attention to detail and the finishing work done by their people was remarkable. The final results are fantastic! Needless to say I would use them again for any project and would highly recommend Munz Construction.

DJ Mischak

17:49 17 Sep 18

Chris and his crew were amazing! They added an addition that "touched" every room in the house. His workers were kind, courteous, and respectful AND they got the job done in a timely manner with WONDERFUL results. We love our new addition. We have the BEST house on the block!!!!

Hunter Labovitz

20:39 19 Sep 18

We were gutting and remodeling an old house that needed major work but that we didn’t want to tear down. Given the time and cost involved, we were very deliberate with our choice of contractor. We are very glad we chose Munz Construction as dealing with all of their employees was a pleasure from Day One (and the project took about a year so we had lots of contact). They always suggested ways to cut costs, had good suggestions to modify the blueprints to our advantage and never pushed unnecessary ideas. The design team was especially helpful as their three-dimensional computer models really gave us good insight into the final product and allowed us to make pre-construction tweaks of which we otherwise would not have thought. Munz was also very good about fixing things without complaint. As we approach one year in our new house, we are very happy and also receive lots of compliments on the design and preservation of the house.

Stacey Holloran

13:58 18 Oct 18

We are very pleased with Munz Construction. We had the front of our house framed for new windows, new siding, stucco removal, new gutters, lighting etc. They helped with design ideas upfront and the house looks amazing. Erich and his team were very pleasant, professional and detail oriented. We would definitely use them again for any additional work in the future.

Cynthia Powell

20:28 23 Oct 18

Everyone at Munz that we had the pleasure of working with were wonderful. From the beginning of our project, until the end everyone worked so hard. We had a new room, bathroom, and a beautiful porch put on our house. We are extremely happy. I would highly recommend this company.

Giannina Macaluso

21:14 22 Oct 18

Munz Construction installed my new windows. They were extremely professional and did a great job.The crew arrived timely, covered my floors and were sure keep all areas clean throughout the installation.After the job was completed the crew cleaned and actually left my home cleaner than they found it! Munz Construction is hugely recommeded and will be installing my new kitchen, powder room and hall bath!Nice to see a professional company!!!!

Catherine Melly

15:09 30 Aug 18

Had great experience with Pete, our site manager, as well as Jason (construction), Jack (electrician ), Dave (painter), and all of the other subcontractors. Very clean, professional, pleasant. I found the initial process of general design less than ideal. Having little experience with this process, I didn't feel as informed as I could have been. I expected there may be options in layout and design, but that was not the case. In fact, the original design presented to us didn't really show a layout at all, merely a word document of what would be done. I was slightly taken aback when, e.g., there was no option for any kind of linen storage in the bathroom as the design completely removed a large closet that we had in order to make room for a stall shower. It was assumed we would want a whirlpool tub, and we weren't really asked about that option. These kinds of things made me a little uncomfortable with going forward. To us, it was a very expensive job, and yet I felt like it was not considered an important one when we sat with the designer. We felt much more comfortable when Pete met with us to go over the job expectations. There were very few glitches along the way, and Pete handled each of these very professionally. The work as completed is very good, and we are very happy with the end result.

Peter Gilles

21:19 17 Oct 18

Munz Construction is a one-of-a-kind experience when it comes to renovations and construction. The family-run local business will handle every aspect of your project from helping see your initial ideas through to budgeting, permitting, and construction. You will be delighted by the friendly, knowledgeable staff whether you're visiting the showroom or have construction crews conscientiously working for you to create your masterpiece. Munz Construction has the capabilities to handle any size renovation or construction project. If you enjoy working with the best then try Munz!