Pre-construction upgrades: which ones are worth paying for?

At the décor centre you choose finishes and upgrades. The bill can grow quickly, and upgrades are usually due as a deposit when you order them.

Usually worth it (hard to change later)

• Ceiling height and window changes, where offered.
• Electrical: extra outlets, pot lights, ceiling boxes for fixtures, USB outlets, an EV-ready rough-in.
• Plumbing rough-ins: basement bathroom, gas line to the kitchen or barbecue.
• Flooring throughout in one material if it avoids a later redo.
• Structural options: a bigger shower, an extra window, a different layout option.

Often cheaper later

• Light fixtures, faucets and hardware
• Paint colours and backsplash
• Closet organisers
• Appliance upgrades (if the builder allows a credit or you can sell the originals)

Tips

1. Ask for the upgrade price list before your appointment.
2. Set a budget and keep receipts for each selection.
3. Remember that the appraiser may not value every upgrade at its cost.
4. Check that selections appear correctly at your pre-delivery inspection.

Book a call to talk through your selections with Dinesh.