Free, no sign-up to start: the plan opens as a live, editable Gantt chart. 18 tasks across 5 phases, about 16 weeks if every task runs in sequence.
What's in the template
| Phase | Task | Example duration |
|---|---|---|
| Plan | Scope and budget | 5 days |
| Plan | Design and selections | 14 days |
| Plan | Contractor quotes and contract | 10 days |
| Plan | Permit application | 15 days |
| Plan | Order long-lead materials | 5 days |
| Demo | Protect floors and clear work areas | 2 days |
| Demo | Demolition | 5 days |
| Demo | Haul-away and cleanup | 2 days |
| Rough-in | Structural changes | 6 days |
| Rough-in | Plumbing and electrical rough-in | 8 days |
| Rough-in | Rough-in inspection | 3 days |
| Finish | Insulation and drywall | 10 days |
| Finish | Paint | 5 days |
| Finish | Flooring | 6 days |
| Finish | Cabinets, fixtures and trim | 8 days |
| Close | Final inspection | 2 days |
| Close | Punch list | 4 days |
| Close | Final walkthrough and payment | 1 day |
Durations are examples to replace with your own estimates, not benchmarks.
About this home renovation plan
Most renovation delays start with decisions, not construction: a tile that hasn't been chosen, a fixture on backorder, a permit still in review. This plan front-loads design and ordering so the crew never waits on the homeowner.
Use it for a multi-room remodel where walls open up. If you are only updating one kitchen, the kitchen remodel template is tighter.
Who it's for: Homeowners managing a contractor, and small renovation firms that want a clear plan to hand clients.
How to use it
- Open the plan. Click Open in the editor to load the renovation as a live Gantt, no account needed.
- Set your start date. Move the first task to your real start. Everything after it follows, so you can see when you will be out of the work areas.
- Add selection deadlines. For every finish you still need to pick, add a short task ending before the trade that installs it. That makes late decisions visible.
- Share with your contractor. Send a read-only share link so everyone is working from the same dates.
Planning tips
- Put a buffer between demolition and rough-in. Opened walls are where surprises show up.
- Order appliances and specialty fixtures before demolition starts.
- Tie the payment schedule to milestones (rough-in passed, drywall done) rather than calendar dates.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I make a renovation timeline?
- List every phase from design to final walkthrough, estimate each one with your contractor, link them in order, then add the inspections and material lead times. This template has that structure ready to edit.
- Do I need an account to use the template?
- No. The plan opens in the editor as a guest. Sign in for free to save one project; downloads and more projects need Solo.
- Can I track who is responsible for each task?
- Yes. Each bar has an owner field, so you can mark which tasks are yours (selections, payments) and which belong to the contractor.
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