Home Renovations
nb/renovations
Aging-in-place renovations and remodeling
About this channel
From widening doorways to installing walk-in showers, aging-in-place renovations can extend how long a parent can safely stay home. Discuss contractors, costs, and which modifications matter most.
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- Home Services & Maintenance
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Recent articles and discussions in Home Renovations

Getting Started: A Beginner's Guide to Home Renovations
Everything you need to know when you're just starting to explore Home Renovations for your aging parents. We break down the basics, common mistakes, and first steps.

Top 5 Mistakes Families Make with Home Renovations
After helping hundreds of families, these are the most common and costly mistakes we see when it comes to Home Renovations. Don't make these errors.

How We Navigated Home Renovations: A Family's Story
One family shares their honest journey through Home Renovations — the good, the bad, and what they wish they'd known from the start.

2026 Resource Guide: Home Renovations
Our comprehensive and updated guide to Home Renovations resources for 2026, including costs, providers, and what's changed this year.

Questions to Ask About Home Renovations (Printable Checklist)
A comprehensive checklist of questions you should ask when evaluating Home Renovations options. Print it out and bring it to your next meeting.

Community Discussion: What's Working for Your Family?
An open thread for families to share what's actually working for them when it comes to Home Renovations. Real solutions from real people.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Home Renovations channel on Sandwich?
nb/renovations is Sandwich's curated channel for home renovations — part of the Home Services & Maintenance category. It collects resources, posts, related providers, and community discussion specifically about home renovations for families caring for aging parents.
Who should follow nb/renovations?
Anyone in the sandwich generation researching home renovations for an aging parent or loved one. The channel is free to read and join. It's most useful when you're at the start of planning, comparing options, or trying to make a decision.
When should I start planning for aging parents?
Follow the 40-70 Rule: when you turn 40 or your parent turns 70, whichever comes first, start the conversation. Early planning means more options, better decisions, and far less crisis management later.
Is Sandwich free?
Yes. Browsing channels, reading posts, and subscribing to the weekly 40-70 checklist newsletter are all free. Sandwich is supported by providers who list in the marketplace.