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This is ’The Novalé Podcast’, where we explore the world of bathroom, kitchen and laundry renovations. Join host Ben and guests as they discuss various topics aimed at elevating the industry and improving the quality of people’s homes.
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Thursday May 22, 2025
Thursday May 22, 2025
Founder and Director Steve Novkovic is back on the podcast! Ben and Steve pick up where they left off in 2021 with one of the most popular topics, "How much do renovations actually cost?". Join the duo as they explore and break down the costs for a typical renovation project, how to compare quotes and renovators as well as tips on how to save on your project.
Chapters:
1. Why Steve is so excited about Novalé's project search function on the website?
2. What is Buildertrend and how does it make the renovation process stress free?
3. Common myths about renovation costs e.g. focussing on arbitrary numbers.
4. Is Googling for average renovation costs helpful?
5. Run down of our Free Online Bathroom Estimate tool.
6. What are the typical costs of a renovation?
7. Hidden or overlooked costs of renovations
8. How much do you need as a contingency?
8. How to compare quotes (and our checklist in the Reno Guide)
9. What is HBCF Insurance and why is it so important?
10. Potential risks of going for the cheapest quote.
11. Fun questions for Steve at the end!
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