Last updated 2026-07-17 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Living around a renovation means sequencing trades and deliveries carefully so your household is never left without water, power, or a working kitchen.
Key task: Get the contractor's trade schedule before setting a move-in date
Key task: Set up a temporary kitchen if the real one is under construction
Key task: Confirm water and power will not be shut off for extended periods
Key task: Keep a designated finished zone for daily living
Key task: Store fragile and valuable belongings away from work areas
Key task: Coordinate delivery timing with contractor access needs
Anyone moving into a home with active, partial renovation work underway.