{"id":1227,"date":"2026-07-28T22:15:07","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T19:15:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.imerekyapi.com\/villa-tadilatinda-nereden-baslanir-adim-adim-surec\/"},"modified":"2026-08-13T10:22:08","modified_gmt":"2026-08-13T07:22:08","slug":"where-to-start-with-a-villa-renovation-a-step-by-step-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.imerekyapi.com\/en\/villa-tadilatinda-nereden-baslanir-adim-adim-surec\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Start with a Villa Renovation? A Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Villa Renovation<\/strong>, It\u2019s a project that can quickly exceed the budget and schedule if started without a plan, but becomes a predictable process when approached in the right order. The most common question asked by homeowners\u2014whether they\u2019re looking to renovate summer villas in \u00c7e\u015fme and Ala\u00e7at\u0131 that have been in use for years or make changes to a newly purchased villa\u2014is: \u201cWhere should we start?\u201d At \u0130merek Yap\u0131, while the answer to this question may vary depending on the scope of the project, the order we follow is always the same: start with what\u2019s hidden, then move on to what\u2019s visible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Discovery and Prioritization<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every renovation begins with an on-site inspection of the villa. At this stage, we seek answers not only to the question \u201cWhat will change?\u201d but also to \u201cIn what order will the changes be made?\u201d If there is an issue with elements that are difficult to address later\u2014such as electrical wiring, plumbing, or the roof\u2014these are addressed before visible work like flooring or painting. Otherwise, newly installed flooring may have to be torn up again to access the wiring or plumbing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: Wet Areas and Plumbing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wet areas such as the bathroom, kitchen, and, if present, the Turkish bath are the most critical parts of the renovation. The condition of the old plumbing, the risk of hidden leaks, and the lifespan of the insulation are assessed at this stage. If the villa is used heavily during the summer months, skipping this inspection could lead to a much more costly intervention in the years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Electricity and Lighting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Upgrading the electrical wiring or adding more outlets and light fixtures is a task that must be completed before any wall or ceiling work begins. For villa owners who want to install a smart home system, this is also the right stage to plan the wiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4: Surface Finishing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once the plumbing and electrical work is complete, it\u2019s time to move on to plastering, rendering, painting, flooring, and ceiling work. This stage is the visible face of the villa and is usually the part that takes the most time; however, if the previous steps have been completed in the correct order, the finishing work won\u2019t present any surprises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5: Exterior Facade and Final Checks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once the interior of the building is complete, exterior elements such as the roof, exterior insulation, exterior paint, and balconies\u2014if included in the scope\u2014are addressed. A final inspection is conducted prior to handover to ensure that all systems are in working order and that all finishing work has been fully completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Approach to the Renovation Process at \u0130merek Yap\u0131<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Renovations are not as \u201cirreversible\u201d a stage as rough construction, but if they are carried out in the wrong order, they result in unnecessary costs from tearing down and rebuilding. At \u0130merek Yap\u0131, Our renovation services<\/a> We carry out all interior and exterior work with a single team, in the order listed above. For examples of our villa renovation projects, Akdemir Villa<\/a> and Aksoy Villa<\/a> You can take a look at our projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you would like to request an estimate for the renovation of your villa, please contact the \u0130merek Yap\u0131 team: +90 545 732 64 44 \/ bilgi@imerekyapi.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n
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At what stage should you start renovating a villa?<\/h3>\n
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First, items that are difficult to modify later\u2014such as electrical and plumbing systems\u2014should be addressed, followed by wet areas, then surface finishes, and finally the exterior facade.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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How long does a villa renovation take?<\/h3>\n
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Depending on the scope of the work, small room-by-room renovations can take a few weeks, while extensive renovations throughout the entire villa can take several months.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Do you also make changes to the exterior of the villa during renovations?<\/h3>\n
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Yes. Exterior building components such as the roof, exterior insulation, exterior walls, and balconies are also included in our renovation scope.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Does the electrical wiring need to be replaced during the renovation?<\/h3>\n
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In older villas, this may be necessary depending on the age and capacity of the electrical system; if a smart home system is to be installed, the wiring must be planned during the early stages of the renovation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Starting your villa renovation in the right order helps prevent unnecessary demolition and reconstruction costs. From plumbing to finishing work, take a look at \u0130merek Yap\u0131\u2019s step-by-step renovation process.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[116],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1227","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-tadilat-hizmetleri"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.imerekyapi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1227","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.imerekyapi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.imerekyapi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.imerekyapi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.imerekyapi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1227"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.imerekyapi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1227\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1442,"href":"https:\/\/www.imerekyapi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1227\/revisions\/1442"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.imerekyapi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1227"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.imerekyapi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1227"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.imerekyapi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1227"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}