{"id":28317,"date":"2019-10-14T07:00:39","date_gmt":"2019-10-14T11:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/restonic.com\/sin-categorizar\/surviving-home-reno-property-brothers-9023"},"modified":"2022-03-03T15:00:00","modified_gmt":"2022-03-03T20:00:00","slug":"surviving-home-reno-property-brothers-9023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/restonic.com\/es\/blog-es\/surviving-home-reno-property-brothers-9023","title":{"rendered":"Surviving a Home Reno (Onsite!), with Help from Drew & Jonathan Scott, HGTV\u2019s Property Brothers"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"SurvivingA home makeover is no time to skimp on sleep!<\/h2>\n

Whether you\u2019re renovating one room or gutting your home to the studs, living onsite during construction can be tricky. Getting from concept to completion successfully means you\u2019ll need plenty of energy, which requires a get-enough-sleep plan.<\/p>\n

Sounds simple, right?<\/p>\n

Drew and Jonathan Scott, hosts of HGTV\u2019s Property Brothers, know the monumental effort that goes into planning and completing every detail of a home reno \u2013 that\u2019s their livelihood, after all.<\/p>\n

If you want to live onsite during your home reno, they\u2019ve got answers to your questions.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

What should I do with my pets during our renovations?<\/h2>\n

\"SurvivingBefore you start your renos, you\u2019ll want to consider your furry friends. It\u2019s hard to think about sending beloved pets to live elsewhere, even temporarily, but they\u2019ll probably be happier and less stressed if you do.<\/p>\n

As Jonathan points out, \u201cIt\u2019s so much less stressful for both your pets and your contractors if your dog or cat are kept away from the construction zone. That way, you know they\u2019re safe and workers don\u2019t have to worry about accidentally letting them out or tripping over them while work is being done.\u201d<\/p>\n

Consider boarding pets or ask friends or family to take them in while your home is under construction. You can have fun doing a big reveal just for them when it\u2019s time for them to move back in.<\/p>\n

How do I keep the mess of our renovations contained to one area?<\/h2>\n

\"SurvivingWhen you\u2019re living in the middle of a construction zone, cleaning for livability is key and it\u2019s best to tackle it every day. \u201cTidying up after your contractors leave can keep dust and debris from collecting, and help keep your sanity during a messy renovation,\u201d suggests Drew.<\/p>\n

According to Jonathan, \u201cThis is especially true for people like Drew, who can\u2019t handle something being out of place for even a minute.\u201d<\/p>\n

Drew is on the side of regular cleaning\u2014for good reason. \u201cMy point stands. Sweeping the floors and wiping down the surfaces each night can help reduce the amount of cleaning you have to do once all the work is done. Just be sure to communicate with your contractors and know what can\u2019t be touched\u2014the goal is to reduce the amount of work, not make more of it.\u201d<\/p>\n

Help! I need ideas for making healthy meals without a kitchen?<\/h2>\n

\"Help!Eating well without the convenience of a kitchen is the perfect time to embrace your inner camper. \u201cA mini-fridge and a few small appliances can go a long way,\u201d says Drew. \u201cThere\u2019s a lot you can do with a blender and an electric griddle or portable indoor grill. Pancakes, burgers, eggs, smoothies\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201c\u2026And don\u2019t forget the margaritas! Grilled vegetable kebobs are a great way to get the whole family involved,\u201d Jonathan advises. \u201cDad can cut the veggies, the kids can make the skewers, and Mom can run the grill. Throw in some salmon on a cedar plank and potatoes wrapped in foil and you have a super healthy, super tasty meal!\u201d<\/p>\n

You might choose to eat out occasionally, but you can eat healthier and have more fun together if you get creative with meal preparation at home. Make it fun, save money and eat healthy for a winning combination for reducing reno stress. And healthy eating means better sleep<\/a> \u2013 something you\u2019ll definitely need during construction. Just be mindful of snacking before bed during a renovation. While comfort food before sleep is tempting, all snacks are not created equal.<\/p>\n

How do I manage stress during a renovation?<\/h2>\n

\"How\u201cThe best thing you can do during a renovation is have patience,\u201d assures Drew. \u201cI know, it\u2019s easier said than done. But remember you and your partner are a team! Don\u2019t lose faith and try to support each other at each step. You\u2019ve got this!\u201d<\/p>\n

Renovations can take a lot of time to complete, from the planning and budgeting stage all the way to the day construction ends. You\u2019re coordinating a thousand different things so it\u2019s easy to let the pace and volume of work get to you. All this added stress can have a negative impact on your sleep<\/a>.<\/p>\n

So, be intentional about taking time to relax before bed so you\u2019ll be ready for tomorrow\u2019s reno challenges. Slowing your evening helps prepare your body for sleep.<\/p>\n

What changes should we make now to fit renos into our life?<\/h2>\n

Take it from Jonathan, \u201cDelegating is key! Put your kids to work, take friends up on offers to lend a hand, and ask for help if you need it. Things are busy and maybe more stressful than usual for now, but it\u2019s not going to be like this forever.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cAnd try to keep the clutter in your bedroom<\/a> to a minimum,\u201d says Drew. \u201cJust because the rest of your home is a mess doesn\u2019t mean your bedroom has to be, too. Going to sleep and waking up in a neat and tidy room is an important part of a good night\u2019s sleep.\u201d<\/p>\n

People are already busy, and renovations can increase the busy exponentially. You have decisions to make every step of the way, and your regular to do list isn\u2019t going to change just because you add home renovations to it.<\/p>\n

Getting enough sleep will give you a foundation for better decision making, according to a 2015 study<\/a> that concluded, \u201cno matter how hard a sleep-deprived person tried to make the right decision, sleeplessness created short-circuits in the brain that prevented them from making the right choice.\u201d While reno decisions may seem frivolous, the need for sleep is not. You\u2019ll feel better every day when you\u2019re rested and awake.<\/p>\n

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