Kitchen Remodeling

Kitchen remodeling projects can have a number of large ticket items included in the project – some of the big tickets in your budget may include –

• Plumbing
• Cabinetry
• Counter tops
• Fixture/ products
• Structural changes

Labor

You can have a great visual impact even keeping the footprint the same. Adding bar level sections to counters, backsplashes, different cabinet configurations and even re-facing and hardware. Flooring changes can have a huge impact along with appliances.

For budget minded homeowners there are a number of smaller projects that can be done individually or coupled together.

• Re-facing cabinets
• Lighting upgrades
• Appliance upgrades
• Flooring upgrades
• New windows or doors

The bottom line is knowing what your preferences are. Know what you want. Especially the big things. Check out styles you might see on Pintrest or Houzz.com. Make a list the things you must include and those you would like to include. Also include the “dream” items you might like to include.

There are number of things to consider when looking for a kitchen remodeler with which to work. The following items are things that should be part of any remodeling contractor decision

• Length time they have been in business
• References from past customer – can you contact them
• Qualifications of staff – what training and industry certifications do they have
• Membership in Associations – what Associations are they a part of
• Insurances & Licensed – be sure they have proper insurances
• Warranties – project owners who supply their own products shall be responsible for the warranty (they must contact the manufacturer or distributor themselves). Installation of the same is the responsibility of the person/company installing it.

There are a few things that can make a great visual impact and do not cost an arm and a leg. Consider the following:

• Backsplash
• Cabinet & Vanity
• Under cabinet lighting
• Ventilation
• Cabinet hardware
• Re-facing cabinets (approximately 50% the cost of new cabinets)