Home Remodeling in Fort Collins

About Fort Collins

Fort Collins is the county seat of Larimer County in northern Colorado and home to Colorado State University. It sits at about 5,000 feet near the mouth of the Poudre Canyon.

Regional considerations

Basements are common in Colorado homes, which makes basement finishing a frequent project. Radon is present in many parts of Colorado, and state health officials recommend testing homes.

Services Fort Collins visitors ask about

• Kitchen Remodels: How a kitchen remodel usually unfolds, the decisions that shape scope and budget, and questions to ask a remodeling contractor.
• Bathroom Remodels: What to expect from a bathroom remodel, waterproofing and layout choices, and questions to ask a contractor.
• Basement Finishing: What finishing a basement involves, moisture and egress considerations, and questions to ask a remodeler.
• Home Additions: Planning a home addition, from zoning and design to construction, and questions to ask a contractor.
• Flooring: Choosing and installing flooring throughout a home, and questions to ask a flooring contractor.
• Whole-Home Renovations: What whole-home renovations involve, how to phase them, and questions to ask a general contractor.

Points to keep in mind

• Older homes may need plumbing updates when walls are opened. More on bathroom remodels.
• Transitions should be planned. More on flooring.
• Hazardous materials may require testing. More on whole-home renovations.
• Ventilation is often overlooked. Range hoods should be sized for the cooking appliance and vented appropriately. More on kitchen remodels.
• Sound control can be added between floors. More on basement finishing.
• Living through construction can be disruptive. More on home additions.

Before you send an inquiry

• Note the approximate age of the home. Older homes can involve outdated wiring, plumbing or materials that need special handling.
• Think about timing, including any dates you need the space usable, and whether you will live in the home during the work.
• Note who will make decisions and be available to answer questions during the project.
• Have a budget range in mind, even a rough one, so a provider can suggest realistic options.
• If you belong to an HOA, check whether it has rules about contractors, work hours or approvals.

Good questions to ask any provider

1. What warranty do you offer on workmanship?
2. How are change orders handled?
3. What warranty do you provide?
4. Who handles permits?
5. Should we move out?

Verify before you hire

Licensing, permit and insurance requirements are set by the state and local jurisdiction where the work happens, and they can differ between neighboring cities. Ask any provider which requirements apply in Fort Collins, and confirm details with the relevant agency when it matters.

Nearby areas

We also take inquiries from Boulder, Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo.