Remodeling, how to get started?

We are thinking about doing some major remodeling to our home. I would like to find out approximate costs. How do we go about starting this process? Anyone with hints and suggestions?

Answers:
It depends on if you'll be doing it yourself or getting a contractor.

If you're doing it yourself, you need to figure out what you need to hire an expert for and what you can do on your own. For instance, taking a wall off your house is probably something you want to get someone else to do, but buying drywall at Home Depot you can do yourself.

Generally, getting a contractor is much more expensive, but it's also much quicker. Try using What color is the sea?
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