Kitchens are a hub of a family’s life. Meals are prepared and eaten there, guests visit and in general, it’s the crossroad of many family activities. Having a functional kitchen is important. To begin understanding how your kitchen rates, answer the following questions…
People often get sticker shock when they look at the price of remodeling their kitchen. But, there are many, many ways to update a kitchen that are much less costly than a complete demolition and rebuild. Relatively small changes can have big impact both cosmetically and functionally.“
Deciding what to do with your kitchen is a more difficult decision than most people think. “The A-HA moment is usually the point where acceptable options coincide with budget available and when you realize that there are more options than tearing it all out and
replacing.
Even though the kitchen is only one space, a detailed plan is required, which includes drawings and specific detail about all phases of the project. It’s critical to understand that this plan is the vehicle of communication to all involved - the carpenter, the electrician, the plumber, the floor installer, the painter, the appliance person, the window store, the light fixture store, and possibly other trades depending on the scope of your project.
If your dishwasher is more than 10 years old it’s probably time to go appliance shopping. When you shop, be sure to look for dishwashers carrying the Energy Star label. Energy Star appliances must be at least 41% more energy–efficient than their
non-star counterparts.
When a kitchen remodel or “redo” budget is limited there are many strategies that allow you to make significant changes with very little
impact on the pocketbook.
The expectations of the remodeling industry are changing and those companies looking to serve their customers will have to change with the needs of the market. It is predicted that baby boomers will be more active later in life and staying in their homes longer than previous generations. Couple with that an expectation of high quality and customer service; you get a unique opportunity to succeed by offering a complete service or serving a special niche.
When you are working with an existing home, there are many ways to create a change that is both beautiful and extremely functional, helping the homeowners attain the change they want.
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