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FREE Renovation Planning Checklist

Imagine walking into your renovation with zero guesswork—

snag my proven planning checklist that maps out what to do, when to do it, and what conversations to have before it’s too late.

(Made for homeowners managing any part of their reno—big or small.)

Simplify your entire renovation—before it spirals out of control.

Whether you’re working with a contractor or managing parts yourself, it gives you a clear, structured plan so you’re not guessing mid-demo or reacting after the fact.



✨ This is the exact checklist used to plan full-service renovation projects—from multi-million dollar commercial buildouts to complete home remodels.

If it’s on the list, it’s there because skipping it has cost someone big time.

 The Ultimate Home Renovation Planning Checklist 

shows you exactly what to do, when to do it, and what not to skip—even if you’ve never managed a project like this before.

🧠 Now you get to plan smarter.
✅ Make confident decisions.
💬 Communicate clearly.
🏁 Stay ahead at every phase.

WHAT THE DESIGN SHOWS DON’T TELL YOU.

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 The Ultimate Home Renovation Planning Checklist is your renovation readiness power tool.

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💙 “I finally felt in control—like I knew what was coming next.”

Here's what you'll tackle inside the checklist: 

🛠️ 6 construction manager–backed phases, so you can map, plan, and manage your renovation from start to finish without skipping critical steps or losing control of the process.

📋 100+ checkpoints to prevent blown budgets, timeline spirals, and mid-demo panic, so you can stop wondering what’s next—and start making decisions with confidence.

✅ Plus, a phase-by-phase audit tracker that shows you if you're truly ready to move forward… or if there’s still work to be done before you greenlight construction.

I help you lead your renovation with clarity.

With 15+ years of experience, 45+ commercial buildouts, and 100+ residential projects, I’ve seen what actually derails renovations: skipped steps, rushed decisions, and not knowing what to plan for until it’s too late.



This checklist was created as part of my standard operating process for full‑service clients—the exact system I use to keep projects aligned, organized, and financially sound from start to finish.

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Whether you’re DIYing or working with a contractor, this gives you the roadmap professionals use to stay in control. 

I’m sharing it so homeowners managing their own renovations don’t end up knee‑deep in chaos, scrambling for cash, or stuck with “should’ve known better” regret at the end.

Don’t wait for a surprise to force you into panic mode.

This checklist keeps you ahead of the curve—and out of the construction chaos spiral.

 By the time you realize you’ve skipped a step, it’s already cost you time, money, or momentum.


Know exactly what’s coming—at every step of your reno.

From early “should we even do this?” convos to final walk-throughs and lien releases, this checklist outlines what to plan, prep, and prioritize at each phase—so nothing falls through the cracks.