The kitchen is often the heart of a home, so it’s important that it is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. If your kitchen could use some love, you may be considering tackling some kitchen remodeling. Renovating your kitchen can be a great way to bring new life to an old space, but here are a few important things that need to be done before you start remodeling.
Seperate “Needs” from “Wants”
One of the biggest mistakes homeowners make when making kitchen remodeling plans is not determining what they really need. It can be all too easy to get caught up in the excitement of home renovations. If you don’t separate your “needs”, like new plumbing, from your “wants”, like a brand new island, you may end up with much more elaborate kitchen renovations that originally planned. This, in turn, can cause you to go way over budget. So before you get started, sit down and figure out what you absolutely need to include in your renovation plans.
Decide on the Kitchen Design
With 76% of homeowners choosing to switch up the style of their kitchen when remodeling, you may find yourself wanting a completely new kitchen design. If you have an outdated, closed-off kitchen, you may want to consider going for a more modern kitchen with an open concept. No matter which style or design you decide on, you have to decide before you start remodeling. If you’re having trouble making a decision, consider checking out some home improvement stores or showrooms for inspiration.
Hire a Professional
Kitchen remodeling is not a project you want to take on by yourself — the demolition part of a remodel is a big enough project on its own. There may be aspects of the project you can tackle yourself, like installing hardware or putting up shelves, but for the most part, you’re going to want the help of a professional. So start contacting local remodeling contractors and talk to them about your visions for your new kitchen. Make sure you get quotes, information about their licenses and insurance, and maybe even some references from previous customers.
Remodeling your kitchen is a big, but rewarding, project. So make sure these steps get done before you start construction and you’ll be on your way to a great new kitchen.