Owner-led remodeling planning

Financing

Project financing, plainly explained.

Many homeowners fund some or all of a remodel. Here are common financing routes and what to compare.

How it works

Three options most homeowners consider.

  • Home-improvement loan

    An unsecured loan from a bank, credit union, or online lender. Generally faster to set up than a HELOC; rates are typically higher than home-equity-secured options.

  • HELOC (home equity line of credit)

    Lower rates than unsecured loans, secured against home equity. Set-up generally takes longer, which is why it is worth starting during design and permitting rather than after.

  • Cash / phased budgeting

    Some homeowners prefer to pay as work progresses. We can phase work to align with how you want to fund the project.

Honest note

Udi's Construction does not currently have a lender partner and does not refer homeowners to one. Arrange funding with a bank, credit union, or lender you choose.

Financing questions

Common questions

  • Common ways homeowners fund a remodel include cash or savings, a home-equity line of credit (HELOC) secured against the home, and an unsecured home-improvement loan from a bank, credit union, or online lender. Which one fits depends on your equity, your timeline, and the rate you can get. You arrange financing directly with the lender you choose.

Want to talk about budget?

A first consultation includes an honest read on what your project tends to cost in your area.