As the old adage goes, home is where the heart is. While that may be true, the heart of any home is in the kitchen.
Because of its versatility, traffic-heavy nature, and good return on investment, the kitchen is a popular remodeling job. And like any remodeling job, people want to feel good about every dollar they spend.
NerdWallet has a great article on the best ways to save money on your kitchen remodel.
The article is a great read, offering tips on planning, breaking down costs, and drawing statistics from places like Remodeling Magazine and the National Kitchen and Bath Association, but it is the affordability advice that caught our eye.
First, the article suggests, keep the same layout. Keeping electric wiring and plumping in the existing areas saves a lot of time and money versus the demolition and labor costs of relocating.
Second, think simple, the article says. Avoiding custom cabinets and fancy add-ons reduces a lot of costs. Instead, opt for stock models and reap the savings. Unless you plan to live in the home forever, a lot of the bells and whistles won’t resonate with buyers at resale.
The last tip in the article, doing a little bit of the job yourself, comes with a big caveat. You should only proceed with taking out the old cabinets, some small scale demo, or picking up supplies if your remodeler gives the green light. Most remodelers will factor those costs into their pricing, but it doesn’t hurt to iron out the details.
If you are unsure about pursuing a kitchen remodel, take a look at this article about the eight questions you should ask yourself before you get started.
If you are convinced you are ready to remodel, then give us a call!
Have a great week.
