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Questions you should ask before hiring a refurbishment team

In this article, we highlight the 8 most important


Starting a renovation can be as exciting as it is challenging.

It's at this stage that many feel lost between budgets, technical decisions, licenses and deadlines - and that's when everything can go right... or very wrong.

If you are going to hire a team to carry out your work, make sure you choose partners who do more than build: who plan, guide, execute rigorously and respect what has been agreed.



1. Who work with transparent budgets

The company should help you define a realistic budget from the outset, explaining how each choice (materials, finishes, deadlines) impacts on the final figure.


2. Who have proven experience

Choose a team with a portfolio, references and clear contracts. And, of course, one that offers a post-work guarantee.


3. Which deal with the necessary licenses

Not all works require permits, but some do. The team must know how to assess and deal with the legal and bureaucratic side of things to avoid problems with the council or neighbors.


4. Who set a clear timetable

Avoid surprises. Demand a timetable with defined stages and deadlines - and a commitment from the team to stick to it.


5. That guide you in your choices

A good team doesn't push decisions onto the customer. They should advise based on quality, durability, aesthetics and price.


6. Who prepare the property with care

Make sure the company properly protects areas that will not be part of the work and removes or isolates fragile objects. This shows professionalism and respect for your space.


7. Who communicate clearly

Monitoring the work is important, but you must trust who you hire. Demand a team that keeps in touch, updates you on progress and acts transparently.


8. Delivering what was agreed

In the end, everything must be as agreed - or better. Demand a joint inspection, a technical report and a formal guarantee of what has been done.


Senna Building does all this, and more.

At Senna Building we are partners in every detail of your project. We work with method, rigor, clarity and focus on your experience from start to finish.

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