In Toledo, Ohio, two similar houses went up for renovation at the same time. One project stayed on budget. The other kept uncovering problems.
The difference was not the contractor. It was the property itself. Older homes with clear layouts and accessible framing tend to renovate more smoothly than properties with additions, tight crawl spaces, or outdated systems layered over time.
Understanding a property’s structure, history, and limitations before renovating helps set realistic budgets and timelines.
Smart property decisions start long before demolition begins
