Why is this taking so long?
It’s the question every homeowner eventually asks during a renovation — sometimes out loud, sometimes through clenched teeth: “Why is this taking so long?”
We get it. You’re excited. You’ve been staring at mood boards for months, you’ve fallen in love with the tile that took forever to source, and your Pinterest dreams are finally coming to life. But here’s the honest truth — craftsmanship takes time.
At Monaco, we don’t do rushed. We don’t do “good enough.” Turning something old into something beautiful again isn’t just about what you see at the end — it’s about every layer that happens before it. Every drywall seam, every cabinet hinge, every tiny alignment that makes your kitchen look like it belongs in a magazine… those things take time, precision, and planning.
The Power of Preparation
One of the biggest reasons projects drag out isn’t because of poor workmanship — it’s because of decision-making on the fly.
When selections aren’t finalized before we start, everything slows down.
That “quick” faucet change means your plumber now needs to come back next week. That back-ordered tile? It can hold up your entire floor install. And those last-minute lighting decisions? They can throw off an electrician’s schedule and create a domino effect across trades.
It’s not glamorous to say, but the truth is: the best renovations happen when every decision is made before demo even begins. That’s when timelines stay tight, budgets stay controlled, and trades stay happy (trust us, you want your trades happy).
Craftsmanship, Not Chaos
When we say “custom,” we mean it. Every project we take on is unique — no cookie-cutter templates, no quick flips. That means our carpenters, painters, and installers take the time to do things properly, because you’ll live with those details every day.
You can’t rush the process of beautiful.
The Takeaway
If you’re planning a renovation, invest the time upfront to make decisions early. Have your designs, fixtures, and finishes nailed down before the first hammer swings. It’s the single best way to save money, avoid stress, and keep your project moving smoothly.
Because when you do — your renovation won’t feel like it’s “taking forever.” It’ll feel like it’s transforming exactly the way it should.
