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Sarah Handley

How to make the most of living on-site during a renovation project — according to those who have done it

A renovation in progress.

When it comes to any kind of major home improvement project, there is always a level of disruption to be expected. Whether you're building an extension or trying to renovate on a budget, which can run on for weeks or even months, it's not always practical (or affordable) to move elsewhere while the work is going on. That means you and your family can find themselves effectively living on a building site.

While this can be manageable with the right preparation, organisation and mindset, sometimes nothing can quite prepare you for the experience, especially when you are enduring it well after the novelty has worn off.

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