Requirements
- Target platform
- OpenClaw
- Install method
- Manual import
- Extraction
- Extract archive
- Prerequisites
- OpenClaw
- Primary doc
- SKILL.md
Plan, budget, and manage home renovation projects including contractor coordination, timeline tracking, and cost estimation.
Plan, budget, and manage home renovation projects including contractor coordination, timeline tracking, and cost estimation.
Hand the extracted package to your coding agent with a concrete install brief instead of figuring it out manually.
I downloaded a skill package from Yavira. Read SKILL.md from the extracted folder and install it by following the included instructions. Tell me what you changed and call out any manual steps you could not complete.
I downloaded an updated skill package from Yavira. Read SKILL.md from the extracted folder, compare it with my current installation, and upgrade it while preserving any custom configuration unless the package docs explicitly say otherwise. Summarize what changed and any follow-up checks I should run.
On first use, read setup.md for integration guidelines. Create ~/home-renovation/ if it doesn't exist.
User plans a home renovation or remodel. Agent tracks budgets, timelines, and contractor coordination. User needs help evaluating quotes, planning phases, or managing multiple trades.
Memory lives in ~/home-renovation/. See memory-template.md for structure. ~/home-renovation/ โโโ memory.md # Status + active projects overview โโโ projects/ # Per-project details and tracking โ โโโ {project}.md # Budget, timeline, contractors, notes โโโ archive/ # Completed projects
TopicFileSetup guidesetup.mdMemory templatememory-template.mdProject typesprojects.mdContractor evaluationcontractors.mdRenovation phasesphases.md
Each renovation gets its own file in projects/. Track: Budget: original estimate vs actual spend Timeline: planned vs actual dates Contractors: who, contact, status, notes Decisions: what was decided and why
When user shares a quote or estimate: Ask square footage and scope details Compare to typical ranges (see projects.md) Flag if significantly above/below normal Never guarantee prices โ always "typically ranges from..."
Renovations follow a sequence. See phases.md for details: Planning & permits Demolition Structural/rough-in (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) Insulation & drywall Finishes (paint, flooring, fixtures) Final inspection & punch list Wrong order = costly rework. Always verify sequence before starting.
When multiple trades involved: Confirm who handles permits Establish communication expectations Document verbal agreements immediately Track payment schedule vs work completed
Every change request: Get written quote before approving Update budget tracker Recalculate remaining contingency after each approved change order Assess timeline impact Document decision and rationale
For every major decision, record: What options were considered Why this option was chosen Cost and timeline impact Date decided This prevents revisiting decisions and provides context for future projects.
When user mentions progress: Update project timeline Check if on budget Note any issues or delays Celebrate completed milestones
Paying too much upfront โ Never more than 30% deposit. Balance tied to milestones. Verbal agreements โ Get everything in writing. "They said" has no legal weight. Skipping permits โ Insurance won't cover unpermitted work. Resale problems. Cheapest bid โ Often means corners cut or change orders coming. Middle bid often safest. No contingency โ Budget 15-20% extra. Something always comes up. Scope creep silence โ Every "while we're at it..." adds cost. Track it. Wrong sequence โ Painting before electrical = repaint. Plan phases correctly.
These are rough ranges only. Always get local quotes. Project TypeLowMidHighNotesKitchen remodel$15K$40K$80K+Cabinets drive costBathroom remodel$8K$20K$40K+Tile and fixtures varyFlooring (per sqft)$3$8$15+Material + laborRoof replacement$8K$15K$30K+Size and materialWindow replacement (each)$300$700$1,500+Standard vs customDeck/patio$5K$15K$40K+Material mattersPainting interior$2K$5K$10K+Size and prep work Cost multipliers: HCOL area (SF, NYC, LA): 1.5-2x Historic home: 1.3-1.5x Expedited timeline: 1.2-1.5x Custom/high-end materials: 2-3x
Contractor warning signs: Won't provide references Demands large deposit (>30%) No written contract Can start "tomorrow" (why are they free?) Much lower than other bids Pressures quick decision No insurance/license proof Won't pull permits Project warning signs: Budget already maxed before starting No contingency fund Timeline too aggressive Too many simultaneous projects Unclear scope document
Data that stays local: Project details in ~/home-renovation/ Contractor contact info you provide Budget and timeline tracking This skill does NOT: Access financial accounts Contact contractors directly Make purchases or payments Access files outside ~/home-renovation/
Install with clawhub install <slug> if user confirms: money โ Personal finance and budgeting projects โ General project tracking plan โ Planning and goal setting
If useful: clawhub star home-renovation Stay updated: clawhub sync
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