Going to be doing an extensive renovation to include new electrical, some removal of non-bearing walls, popcorn removal, some new plumbing, drywall repairs at water damage / structure movement.
Wondering where the tipping point is between trying to keep much of the existing drywall for cost savings, vs removing it all and creating more efficiency for my plumber (2 story house) and electrician (new panel, all new wiring to replace AL wire) and hoping that efficiency helps cover my added sheetrock costs vs just patching around the work and existing damage.
Mainly thinking about ceilings (which are popcorn and very well may be painted popcorn - which I hear makes nearly impossible to just scrape) and exterior walls (to upgrade insulation). Property is a late 60s build.
Any past experiences on which way folks went with renovations and lessons learned?
Leaning towards just removing it all and starting fresh. Project is getting a new kitchen, new bathroom, finishes, etc. Next is turning the carport into a garage with garage apartment assuming the City will let me. Garage apartment...now why does that sound familiar....
Wondering where the tipping point is between trying to keep much of the existing drywall for cost savings, vs removing it all and creating more efficiency for my plumber (2 story house) and electrician (new panel, all new wiring to replace AL wire) and hoping that efficiency helps cover my added sheetrock costs vs just patching around the work and existing damage.
Mainly thinking about ceilings (which are popcorn and very well may be painted popcorn - which I hear makes nearly impossible to just scrape) and exterior walls (to upgrade insulation). Property is a late 60s build.
Any past experiences on which way folks went with renovations and lessons learned?
Leaning towards just removing it all and starting fresh. Project is getting a new kitchen, new bathroom, finishes, etc. Next is turning the carport into a garage with garage apartment assuming the City will let me. Garage apartment...now why does that sound familiar....