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- Why is a single source so important
when considering a new kitchen?
Generally speaking, there are about a
half dozen different kinds of sources for kitchens. Some
provide only products, some only services, and some provide
both products and services. Frankly, it's a wise idea
to buy your cabinetry and have it installed by the same
party who has designed your project. Fixing responsibility
with one source, for at least this portion of the kitchen
project, makes good sense for a number of reasons:
1. There are fewer possible errors in the communication
and ordering of the cabinetry and component parts which
could cost you more money later on.
2. There are fewer possible installation errors, ensuring
the best quality job with the fewest possible delays.
3. It eliminates arguments when, as an example, the installing
party blames the designer for an inaccurate plan because
the cabinetry isn't fitting properly. Then the designer
blames the cabinet supplier for incorrectly ordering the
cabinets, claiming the plan was subject to their field
measurements.
- What all is involved
in remodeling a kitchen?
Kitchen remodeling can be broken
down into three categories: partial remodeling, full replacement
and major remodeling.
"Partials" are the most difficult to
do effectively. Holding to a strict budget is the biggest
concern. You want the biggest change for the lowest dollar
investment. Here are some cost effective techniques:
a) Appliances: Use replacements that fill
the current space and still suit your needs. In doing
so, we avoid altering existing cabinetry or counters which
is difficult and time consuming
b) Counters: If the wall cabinets are not
being changed, the most cost effective countertop is custom-built
laminate top with a square-edge face and laminate or tile
splash.
c) Cabinet Fronts: You can get a new look
with a front job but it is not cost effective. You are
still left with the outdated cabinet interiors lacking
many features. You also do not get as much resale value.
A more cost-effective approach is to repaint the cabinetry
and furnish with new up-to-date handles and knobs.
"Full Replacements" will increase your
investment with the required labor to remove and install
new cabinets and counters, the actual cost of the new
storage system, plus plumbing and electrical work for
the disconnects and reconnects.
"Major Remodeling" objective is to create
a "great room" where family and friends can
cook, dine, relax, watch TV and party together. By serving
as a facilitator in these large renovation or addition
projects, our company delivers the best value for your
dollar.
- How much can I expect to pay for a
new bathroom?
There are four major factors that will decide
cost. As with kitchen projects, they are Scope,
(partial or full replacement), Design, Product
and Services. Generally speaking, overall bathroom
cost are 40% in product (including tile) and 60% in labor.
This ratio is just the opposite of kitchens. So, Like
with design, products is not quite as prominent a cost
factor in bathrooms as in kitchens.
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