How to Prepare Your Tempe Home for Construction

Smart Preparation Leads to a Stress-Free Remodeling Experience

Starting a remodel can be exciting — and a little overwhelming. Once your design is finalized and permits are approved, construction begins. But before the first hammer swings, there’s one crucial step that sets the stage for success: preparing your home.

At Homework Remodels, we help Tempe homeowners through every phase of remodeling, including how to get your home ready for the construction process. Our Design-Build System ensures that preparation is organized, efficient, and stress-free.

Why Preparation Matters

Construction brings temporary disruption — dust, limited access to certain areas, and the presence of tradespeople working in your home. With proper preparation, these challenges become manageable, allowing your family to stay comfortable and your project to stay on schedule.

Good preparation also helps protect your belongings and ensures your contractor can work efficiently. Taking a few proactive steps now saves time and frustration later.

Step 1: Clear and Protect Work Areas

Before construction begins, remove personal items from work zones — furniture, artwork, décor, and fragile belongings. Your remodeling team will set up dust barriers and protective coverings, but clearing the space ensures safety and efficiency.

If your project includes an Open-Concept Home Remodeling – Tempe layout or structural wall removal, removing items early allows us to protect adjacent rooms and create safe access routes for materials.

Step 2: Plan for Temporary Living Adjustments

Depending on the scope of your remodel, you may need to make temporary adjustments to daily routines.

For example:

• Kitchen remodels – Set up a temporary cooking area with a microwave, toaster oven, and mini-fridge.
• Bathroom remodels – Coordinate with your contractor to maintain at least one functional bathroom.
• Whole-home remodels – Consider staying with family or in short-term housing for a portion of the project.

These small adjustments make the process far more comfortable and minimize disruption.

Step 3: Coordinate Pet and Family Safety

Pets are often curious about new noises and people in the home. Keeping them safely contained away from construction zones helps protect both them and the workers.

For families with young children, establish clear boundaries and explain which areas will be off-limits. Our project managers can help plan safe access routes to minimize interruptions during the workday.

Step 4: Confirm Access and Communication

Before construction begins, your Homework Remodels project manager will confirm work hours, site access, and communication preferences. Whether you prefer text updates, email summaries, or on-site meetings, we’ll establish a rhythm that keeps you informed every step of the way.

This transparent communication is a cornerstone of our Trusted Tempe Home Improvement Contractor – Design-Build Remodeling with Confidence approach.

Step 5: Protect Valuables and Electronics

While our team takes great care in protecting your home, vibrations and movement during construction can affect nearby items. Store jewelry, electronics, and sentimental keepsakes in secure, dust-free spaces.

For larger remodels, consider temporarily relocating valuable artwork or antiques until the project is complete.

Step 6: Prepare for Dust and Noise

Even with containment systems and air filters, remodeling naturally creates some dust and sound. Homeowners can help by:

• Sealing HVAC vents in affected areas.
• Using air purifiers in living zones.
• Scheduling quieter activities away from the construction zone.

At Homework Remodels, we use industry-grade dust barriers and HEPA filters to maintain the cleanest work environment possible.

Step 7: Expect Regular Progress Updates

One of the biggest differences between Homework Remodels and traditional contractors is our proactive communication. During construction, we provide regular updates on milestones, scheduling, and next steps.

Whether we’re remodeling a Luxury Bathroom or building a new Casita or Guest House, you’ll always know what’s happening and when.

Step 8: Stay Engaged, But Stress Less

You’ll be part of every major decision, but our design-build process allows you to relax knowing we’re managing the details. Clients often tell us how much easier construction feels once they see how organized and communicative our team is.

Our NARI Certified Remodelers oversee every project with a commitment to craftsmanship, professionalism, and client satisfaction.

Ready to Begin? Let’s Make It Easy

A successful remodel starts with great preparation — and the right team by your side. From planning and permits to the final walk-through, Homework Remodels ensures your home improvement experience in Tempe is as enjoyable as the finished result.

Start your journey with a First Consultation to review your project and expectations.

Then schedule your Free Consultation today and discover how our design-build system keeps Tempe remodels running smoothly from day one.