Your kitchen is a very important room in the home. It is where many people gather with their families. It is considered the heart of the home by many. However, when it contains outdated fixtures, cabinets, and hardware, it can really make the entire home seem outdated. From a complete gut job to a simple facelift, Exceptional Exteriors and Renovations are happy to assist. We offer some of the most affordable and best services in the area. Our goal is to provide our clients with an amazing kitchen they will be proud of. We work with clients to improve their layout, cabinetry, and fixtures to give your kitchen a smooth workflow. From a good workflow to an aesthetically appealing look, we can take your kitchen to a new level. With 25 years under our belt, we are confident that you will love our ideas and design concepts, so much so that we will be putting you on our schedule.
Budgeting: What to Consider When Doing a Kitchen Remodel
A kitchen remodel has a lot of components that go into it, from the different cabinet options to appliances and fixtures. You will also need to determine what you want on the walls, countertops, and lighting. All of these components will add up, but the cabinets’ cost will be about 25% of the entire budget. (1) This is important for our clients to understand when they are trying to decide what kitchen remodel they would like. While they may not love their kitchen cabinets, saving them could make the remodel a bit more budget-friendly. We could offer a kitchen reface if the cabinets are of a quality that would allow for this.
The kitchen cabinets will be one of the biggest expenses, starting at $10-20K for a mid-range set. However, this cost can quickly go up, depending on the quality of the cabinets you are looking at. The actual cost of the cabinets is the most significant expense. The installation, in most cases, is a much lower expense. With the average being around $6K. (2)
However, a kitchen reface may help save in the cabinet department. A kitchen reface is where we would keep the existing cabinets and put new doors and fronts onto them. While this might sound a bit crude, in reality, the refacing of cabinets is quite common, and they turn out really well. We could also add a few additional cabinets or swap a few out. Of course, this option may not be the best if your cabinets are not high quality. You don’t want cabinets that are falling apart or not sturdy; for those types of cabinets, it would be best to look into replacement.
We can assist you with determining if your cabinets are a candidate for refacing. Or, if you simply hate the layout of your kitchen, then you already know the cabinets have to go. Either way, we want you to love your kitchen when we are finished. Give us a call at 704-201-5964 to find out more.
Plan for Surprises
Surprises happen in just about any remodel. However, we do our best to keep them under control. Our team has been remodeling kitchens for over 25 years and knows what to look for in many cases. We understand there will be issues to some degree, which is in our original plan. Things such as what the wiring looks like on the inside of the walls and if there was any water damage under the cabinets are things we cannot see until we get into the project itself. However, we can look under the house to see if there are signs of water damage. We can also look at the wiring in the electrical box to determine the age and condition of the wiring. Either way, these are things we do to help minimize surprises. But, even with all of our experience and expertise, we will run into a bump every now and again.
Because of this, it is recommended that you set aside about 20% of the budget for surprises. This is not only various things we might find during tear out but also changes you might make as you see the project come together. (1)
What to Expect as Far as Costs
You can expect to pay for the quality of workmanship and materials. The average cost runs around $150/square foot. This means that major kitchen renovations are around $70,000, but if you were looking for something a little less upscale, you could be looking at around $10-15K. This lesser option would include things such as resurfacing your cabinets, painting the walls, maybe a new backsplash or tile, and upgrading your sink. However, if you want more than that, you will need to budget for it.
Kitchen remodels can go as high as $130K for those looking for high-quality materials, unsurpassed construction, high-end appliances, and more. The cost depends on what you want to do with the kitchen and how much you want to be done by the pros. (3)
As you can see, there is a wide range of what a kitchen remodel will cost. This is mainly due to what materials you choose. For example, the cost of high-end stone tile can be $40/square foot. But, a lower option, vinyl tile, could be as little as $1/square foot. But, then, you will need to consider the installation cost. While cabinet installation costs don’t change much with different cabinet setups, the tile and flooring will change. This is due to the complexity of the job. If the tile pattern has a lot of unique cuts and issues, then more labor will be involved, and the cost will go up. (2)
As you can see, many components contribute to the cost of a kitchen remodel. The best bet would be to reach out to us at 704-201-5964. We would be happy to take a look and assist in any way possible in helping you with deciding what type of kitchen remodel is within your budget. Our team of experts has been remodeling kitchens for many years. We take great pride in our work and are happy to assist our customers in getting the kitchen of their dreams. Call now!
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