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Remodeling Your Crested Butte Home

November 21, 2019 By Chris Kopf

Remodeling Your Crested Butte Home

Are you considering remodeling your mountain home in Crested Butte? Perhaps your search for the perfect mountain home has led you to realization that remodeling an existing home is the best option for you. Below are a few tips to consider before embarking on your journey into the world of remodeling a mountain home.

The Option Of Remodeling Your Crested Butte Home

Remodel Dilemma Selling Your Crested Butte HomeThere are many homes available in every market at various price points and with lots of amenities. Some homes are brand new, some are only a few years old, and some may literally be more than 100 years old. Many mountain towns have old miners’ cabins that have been remodeled and added onto. Or they may have been updated numerous times, creating a home with lots of “character.” In Crested Butte, there are certainly some very old homes, but it is rare to see the home scraped. Check the zoning and ordinances in your town; some may have a Historical District overlay, or stringent architectural guidelines. Many times the home cannot be torn down, but instead can only be remodeled with tight specifications (a great reason to hire a LOCAL architect who knows the code and the approval committees).

There’s sometimes opportunity to buy homes and remodel to bring them up to current desirable standards and finishes. I have seen nice older homes (built in the late 1980s) that many buyers passed on because they did not want to buy into a project and had no interest in remodeling a mountain home. Although there was nothing wrong with these homes. They were state of the art twenty-five years ago and still very functional. The downside for some people was that they had smaller living areas and the materials, appliances and finishes were outdated. Sometimes I see buyers initially pass on one of these homes. Then they come back after exhausting the market and decide that remodeling a mountain home is their best choice. They see the remodel as a great opportunity to buy a home at a reduced price in a great location, make personalized updates and add on to the home to meet their style and tastes in finishes and décor. In these cases, I typically introduce an architect and builder to my clients to discuss options, costs, timelines, etc.

Your Remodeling Timeline

remodel timeIf you’ve never lived through a remodel or renovation, you’ll be tempted to underestimate how long it will take. It is a mistake to think of renovation time in terms of how much labor you think it requires. For many projects, labor time is the least amount of time spent on the project. A large number of projects require far more non-physical-labor time than the actual construction work. You need to think about the approvals, plans, permits, shipping time for materials, weather delays, insurance certificates, and myriad other preparations required far in advance of taking a sledgehammer to the walls. Most of the time, remodeling a Crested Butte home will also uncover hidden surprises that will affect the original plans, time, and cost, and may expand the project. The nice thing about a remodel of a second home is that you can have the contractors start working after you leave, and with some luck and if you plan ahead, they can be finished prior to arrival for your next visit.

My Personal Experience with Remodeling A Crested Butte Mountain Home

There is a historic home in town that was built in 1890 that the owner wanted to totally remodel. They first had to jack it up and put in a proper cement foundation. The total remodel meant taking it down to the studs on the inside (the outside was subject to historical restrictions, and so very little was done to change the exterior). Once they got to the studs, they nicknamed the home “the House of Pain,” because at every turn they found another issue that required a painful and costly resolution. The studs were not on 18-inch centers and they were not 2x6s; instead they were 2x4s and on 30-inch centers. It was a miracle it had not caved in over the years from heavy snow loads. The cost of the remodel was far more than the budgeted amount due to the many unforeseen issues. They literally re-framed the home from the inside, added all new electrical, new plumbing, new everything. The home still looks like historic 1890 on the outside with new paint and trim, but has very nice, new and efficient use of space on the inside.

How can I help you?

I have over 30 years of business experience and am a top real estate agent in the mountain town of Crested Butte, Colorado representing affluent clients who are buying and selling their homes and properties. To see featured properties or search the MLS – visit chriskopf.com.

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Bobby Nichols

"The first moment we met Chris, my wife and I knew he was all about what is happening in real estate sales in Crested Butte. He knows his job, the marketplace and the innovative ways to market your home in today's electronic internet space. A real professional that understood us and our needs in handling a very successful sales transaction. "

 
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:45:19-07:00
"The first moment we met Chris, my wife and I knew he was all about what is happening in real estate sales in Crested Butte. He knows his job, the marketplace and the innovative ways to market your home in today's electronic internet space. A real professional that understood us and our needs in handling a very successful sales transaction. "  
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Jeff Hollings

Chris is outstanding! We recently bought a second home in Crested Butte and Chris did a great job throughout the whole process. He has a thorough understanding of the market and the benefits and drawbacks of various locations. He was very patient with us as our preferences evolved throughout the search. He gave us valuable information on which to negotiate the purchase. He had great follow-up during the inspection/closing process (when we were not in town) and made sure all of the commitments made by the seller were properly completed.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:46:48-07:00
Chris is outstanding! We recently bought a second home in Crested Butte and Chris did a great job throughout the whole process. He has a thorough understanding of the market and the benefits and drawbacks of various locations. He was very patient with us as our preferences evolved throughout the search. He gave us valuable information on which to negotiate the purchase. He had great follow-up during the inspection/closing process (when we were not in town) and made sure all of the commitments made by the seller were properly completed.
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James Brennan

This was our first experience trying to purchase additional land with hopes of building a home. Chris was tremendously helpful throughout the entire process and his professionalism showed.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T17:59:24-06:00
This was our first experience trying to purchase additional land with hopes of building a home. Chris was tremendously helpful throughout the entire process and his professionalism showed.
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Jane Saltzman

Chris was terrific to work with. The house sold faster then I ever expected! He was particularly helpful for this second home owner that couldn't always get there to take care of house issues. Thank you Chris!!!
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:49:37-07:00
Chris was terrific to work with. The house sold faster then I ever expected! He was particularly helpful for this second home owner that couldn't always get there to take care of house issues. Thank you Chris!!!
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Georges Lussier

The thought of a short sale was intimidating, but Chris made the experience very easy with lots of guidance from start to finish. I would highly recommend Chris for any Real Estate need buying or selling.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:40-06:00
The thought of a short sale was intimidating, but Chris made the experience very easy with lots of guidance from start to finish. I would highly recommend Chris for any Real Estate need buying or selling.
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Frank Stringer

Chris Kopf is a wonderful person to work with on any real estate matter you may have in Crested Butte. He is extremely knowledgeable of all elements of the Crested Butte area. He helped us recently to buy a new second home in Skyland and the entire experience was first class under Chris's guidance. I would highly recommend him to anyone who has a real estate need in Crested Butte.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:51:04-07:00
Chris Kopf is a wonderful person to work with on any real estate matter you may have in Crested Butte. He is extremely knowledgeable of all elements of the Crested Butte area. He helped us recently to buy a new second home in Skyland and the entire experience was first class under Chris's guidance. I would highly recommend him to anyone who has a real estate need in Crested Butte.
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Paul & Julie Keesee

Chris was quite helpful in showing us homes in the area we were interested in and contacted us when new listings were available. We not only consider him our realtor but also a friend.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:59-06:00
Chris was quite helpful in showing us homes in the area we were interested in and contacted us when new listings were available. We not only consider him our realtor but also a friend.
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Jim & Sandra Wickham

Chris' patience and persistence paid off for us in finding the right house for the right price. We would highly recommend Chris to any potential buyer.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:06:18-06:00
Chris' patience and persistence paid off for us in finding the right house for the right price. We would highly recommend Chris to any potential buyer.
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Tom & Mary Aton

It was a great experience working with Chris, after showing me what I thought I wanted, he advised me of the pros and cons on the different condos and found one that I am thrilled with.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:06:31-06:00
It was a great experience working with Chris, after showing me what I thought I wanted, he advised me of the pros and cons on the different condos and found one that I am thrilled with.
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Dan Aquaviva

This agent has a very strong knowledge of the local area. He was very helpful in screening properties for potential purchase.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:26-06:00
This agent has a very strong knowledge of the local area. He was very helpful in screening properties for potential purchase.
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