Many homeowners make these 5 renovation and building project mistakes without even realising it.

Learn what they are, and how to avoid them before it’s too late.

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Hello! This is Episode 365, and in it, I’m sharing the top 5 mistakes I see homeowners make in their renovation or new build projects – without even realising they’re doing it.

These aren’t the obvious, dramatic missteps you hear horror stories about. 

They’re subtle, sneaky habits and beliefs that can quietly derail your progress, blow your budget, or leave you feeling overwhelmed and unsure as your project unfolds.

They’re also incredibly common, and totally avoidable once you know what to look for.

So, in this episode, I’ll walk you through each of these mistakes. I’ll also share why these mistakes happen, what the consequences tend to be, and most importantly, how you can course-correct before they cause bigger issues.

Whether you’re just starting out, midway through your planning, or already feeling the pinch of uncertainty, this episode will help you step back, reset, and approach your project with far more clarity and confidence.

Let’s put these mistakes on your radar so you can feel more informed and prepared to navigate your project successfully.

If you’re renovating or building your home for the first time, it’s not uncommon to feel like you should have some idea of how the whole project will go – and what’s involved in turning your dreams into a finished home you can move into.

Maybe you’ve watched a few building shows, followed some architects or designers online, or spoken to friends who’ve done it before. And so you step into your project thinking, “Surely I can figure this out.”But what so many homeowners discover – often quickly – is that once you scratch the surface, this journey becomes a continuous (and at times relentless) exercise in uncovering just how much you don’t know yet.

There’s the process, the paperwork, the professionals, the regulations. There are decisions you didn’t even know you’d have to make, in areas you’ve never had to think about before.

And all the while, you’re spending significant time, energy and money trying to make the best decisions possible… often without clear guidance on how to do that.

It’s no wonder so many homeowners end up feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or doubting whether they’re “getting it right.”

And so, I want to walk you through some of the most common mistakes I see people make without even realising they’re making them.

Because these mistakes often feel like the right thing to do in the moment. They’re logical. They’re well-intentioned. But they can quietly lead to major challenges later on. Things like blowing your budget, damaging relationships with your team, or creating a home that doesn’t work the way you hoped it would.

So let’s jump into the first mistake you’ll make without even realising.

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Episode 362 ‘How to Manage Project Costs Without the PAC Process’ >>> https://undercoverarchitect.com/how-to-manage-project-costs-without-the-pac-process/ 

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