• Save money on remodeling by enlisting family and friends to do the jobs that they can.child helping with pianting a wall in his room image by Cherry-Merry from Fotolia.com
  
  Remodeling your house is going to increase the level of stress among every member of the family. The sooner you accept that and move on, the better. Once you have accepted that psychological strain of contractors moving in and out of your living space, you can get down to the real business of being a smart consumer. Remodeling costs almost always outstrip estimates because it is so easy to get caught up in the frenzy. Head off that danger by creating a strict remodeling plan and sticking to it throughout the entire process.
  
  

Share Plumbing Wall

• Save yourself some serious money that would otherwise be spent on plumbing equipment you won't even see by planning your remodeled bathroom so that it shares a wall with the kitchen or an existing bathroom. Sharing a plumbing wall also cuts down on the actual construction time necessary.
  
  

Remodeling Scheduling

• According to Microsoft.com, remodeling is best done on a very specific time schedule. This is because you can get better deals on certain home decorating and renovating items during particular months or seasons of the year. If your remodeling plans call for extensive paint and wallpaper expenses, then schedule remodeling during April. Get the best deals on major appliances during May. June is the perfect month to steal some good deals on DIY remodeling tools and supplies. And you should wait until August before you start any outdoor remodeling projects that call for investments of new exterior furniture.
  
  

Conservative Flooring Ideas

• If flooring is going to be an important part of your overall remodeling plans, it is best to go with a conservative approach, according to Ortho's Home Improvement Encyclopedia. Allowing yourself greater flexibility in flooring by avoiding anything too offbeat allows your tastes to change over time without facing the expense of another total floor-remodeling job. In the meantime, it is far less expensive to keep up with changing tastes by redecorating the walls and adding new furnishings.
  
  

Veneer Over Brick or Stone

• You can save money while still providing a convincing simulation by choosing veneer masonry over the real thing. If you have always wanted all or part of your house to resemble an English stone cottage or an old-fashioned red brick schoolhouse, veneer is not only a much more affordable option but also a remodeling choice that is significantly easier to install and arrange. Veneer does away with the need for mortar and can be cut to shape with a simple utility blade.
  
  

Hiring a Contractor

• Some home remodeling can become DIY projects that you can get to over time or dedicate a weekend to pulling off. Bigger projects may mean hiring professional contractors. Always get references that you can physically check before hiring a contractor. Make sure the contractor has liability insurance because if not, then you could be liable for any accidents that occur on your property. Write into your contract exactly who is responsible for obtaining all permits and licenses related to your remodeling project.