Do the bathroons first.

Fireplace next.

Do the window third.

Countertops/sink fourth.

Then floors.

Last is appliances.

Reasons for this recommendation.

The tearout and redo of the baths/fireplace are the messiest/longest. The wear on any floor will be the most destructive.

The window should be replaced before the countertop/sink to eliminate damage to both.

Flooring is always the last major project. Minimizes damage during other work. Just make sure the flooring is protected during the appliance installs.

Also.........have the handyman check the wall above the sink before he rips it out. There could be plumbing and electrical there that he may or may not be able to move.

I agree with handymac

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Thank you all sooooo much! This is very helpful to us, as we are newbies in remodeling!

I am in the process of something similar. I can tell you a few things.

1. set-up an areas to replace what you will be without for a couple weeks,. We moved our kitchen into front porch during demo.

2. Get some Visqueene plastic(sp?) and tape and seal up all areas you don't want dust. This includes HVAC vents (turn off your system if you can bear the heat/cold) If you have an older house the subfloor is not plywood but pine boards with cracks and all the banging and demolition will drop dust to the area below. Also cover sensitive equipment like TVs, computers, pianos, anything you don't want to get dusty. It will get everywhere not covered up. This may seem like overboard but it is worth it.

3. remove appliances. This opens up the space to work.

4. Have a plan for debris removal. The thick 6mil garbage bags from Home Depot are great for demo trash. Super heavy duty and expensive. You will take out more crap than you would ever think.

5. Once you have done the demolition take stock of your plumbing and wiring. If your house is older like mine you may need to update some of the wiring/plumbing.

6. Take pictures of your opened up walls etc. you can then look back at them if you want to add something later.

7. I'll update as I continue. I am stuck at stage 6, Good Luck.

Also don't forget to cover everything that may get damaged. Use carpet protection film to protect all carpets. Carpet protection film has an adhesive backing that will stick to your carpets to protect them from damage. I attached a link below. www.surfaceprotection.com

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