Submitted by LeDeepPenseur t3_124a9bc in washingtondc
Hey fellow DC residents! So, I'm about to embark on a full-scale renovation of my typical Wardman-style rowhouse in Petworth, and I'd love to get some input and advice on what kind of budget other folks worked with.
A little background: After a long and tedious process of securing permits (which took over a year and a half, partially because my architect was slow), I'm finally ready to go forward with the renovation. My plan is to completely gut the house and transform it from top to bottom. This includes:
- Lowering the basement to increase ceiling height and usable space, turn it into a two-bedroom. I can get around 8 foot +
- Redesigning the layout of all floors, master bed will be in front with a master bath (+skylight), and smaller bedrooms will be in the back —Upstairs landing area have two closets for washer dryer and plus general closet
- Updating the electrical and plumbing
- Installing new HVAC systems
- Replacing the windows and doors
- Upgrading the kitchen and bathrooms
I recently received a quote for $250K (which was the midpoint) to complete this renovation, but I'm not sure if that's reasonable or if I should expect to spend more/less. I know that costs can vary widely depending on the specific details and finishes, but I'd love to hear from those of you who have gone through similar renovations in DC.
Have any of you completed a gut renovation of a Wardman rowhouse? If so, how much did it cost, and do you have any advice on budgeting? Are there any contractors or companies you'd recommend, or any to avoid? Any insights or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks in advance for your help, and I look forward to reading your stories and advice!
giscard78 t1_jdyjgwk wrote
> Lowering the basement to increase ceiling height and usable space, turn it into a two-bedroom.
A dig out? Idk the proper way to do but I’d be looking into it to make sure you protect yourself (and your neighbors) in case god forbid the foundation or party walls are damaged during the process.
Idk what your plans are to do when the walls are open but think of everything. Run the cat cables you’ve always dreamed of.