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More on aging-in-place, one of our passions at MK Remodeling & Design

By on July 6, 2017   /   Aging in place, Awards, Bathroom, Blog, Cabinets, Customer Service, Design, Finding A Remodeler, Going green, Hiring A Remodeler, Kitchen, Licensed Contractors, Remodel, Secret Compartments, Shop, Storage   /   Leave a comment

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At MK Remodeling & Design, our passion is helping people realize their housing dreams.

Hand in hand with that passion is our joy in helping retrofit homes to allow seniors to live in worry-free comfort. That style of remodeling is called aging-in-place.

We stumbled across a New York Times article about the subject, titled “For old folks at home, remodeling is in order,” and it offers a comprehensive look at the motivations behind why many seniors are looking to remodel.

As the article points out, about 80 percent of older people own their homes, but less than four percent of all U.S. housing stock offers the most important features of home accessibility. This lopsided equation is the driving force behind many aging-in-place projects.   

The projects outlined in the article range from the inexpensive (relocated outlets at around $100; two grab bars for around $200), to the moderate (tub conversion to roll-in shower for around $10,000), and the expensive (universal bathroom remodel for $25,000).

If this is all starting to sound familiar, you are totally on to us. We wrote about the subject not too long ago, but it bears repeating: Aging-in-place projects are driving remodeling spending.

So, hop aboard the aging-in-place remodeling train, and let us unlock your home’s potential!

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Bathroom remodeling tips, and more summer project inspiration

By on June 16, 2017   /   Aging in place, Awards, Bathroom, Blog, Cabinets, Customer Service, Design, Finding A Remodeler, Hiring A Remodeler, Kitchen, Licensed Contractors, Remodel, Shop, Storage   /   Leave a comment

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Well, it’s official. Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Conor McGregor will box in what is being described as the most lucrative fight of all time.

Fortunately for you, remodeling doesn’t have to be an expensive, knockdown, 12-round bout if you have a good plan.

Case in point, we came across a bathroom remodeling guide online that will save you a heavyweight headache. We’ll spotlight the best tips.

First, make sure you get everyone’s input. The bathroom is the most frequently used area by all members of the house. As such, it is imperative that you incorporate the requests from all the people who use it.

Next, make a plan. Meet with a designer and see how your list of needs come across in a rendering. An experience designer will help fill the needs of all involved and point out ideas and problems you might not have thought about. A good designer will help interpret your goals into a plan for a remodeler.

Finally, mind your dollars and sense. Figure out what you are comfortable spending and listen to what a remodeler can do for you. An experienced remodeler, in tandem with a designer, will let you know what is or is not feasible for your budget. They can also offer suggests for where to save money and where to spend a little more.

In our last blog, we talked about projects people usually undertake in the summer. If you need more inspiration, look no further than this slideshow of award-winning exterior projects from Remodeling online.

We’re a big fan of the roof deck. What’s your favorite?

Have a good week!

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Best remodeling projects to consider for summer

By on June 1, 2017   /   Aging in place, Awards, Bathroom, Blog, Cabinets, Customer Service, Design, Finding A Remodeler, Going green, Hiring A Remodeler, Kitchen, Licensed Contractors, Remodel, Shop, Storage   /   Leave a comment

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Welcome to June, everybody!

Summer is a season full of hosting cookouts, pool parties, and game nights. All of those activities are a great way to take an inventory of what improvements you would like to make to your home.

We found a recent article by Realty Biz News titled “5 Remodeling Projects to Consider this Summer” that might help you decide what renovations you’d like to purse.

Whether you are thinking short-term or long-term, larger or smaller, there’s a summer remodeling project for you. Here are our favorites:

First, consider putting in granite counters. They pack the double-whammy of having classic appeal and being functional, as the article notes, making them a can’t-miss upgrade.

Next, brush up that curb appeal and tidy up the landscaping. You can err on the simple side and just trim your hedges and lawn, or take it to the next level by adding a rock garden or a fountain, like the article says. It’s a choose your own adventure type of project, so run with it.

Lastly, consider hardwood flooring. Much like the granite counters, hardwood floors have widespread appeal and function. They are easy to maintain, last practically forever, and upgrade any space, as the article notes. If hardwood is out of your budget, consider laminate flooring, like the article says, which comes in a variety of styles at a lower price point.

So remember to take time to survey your hosting capabilities this summer and let us know what you decide.

Have a great week!

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