Start Next Spring’s Kitchen Makeover, Now!
Whether cooking up gourmet fare, pouring a bowl of cereal or enjoying takeout, the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s where we congregate with family and celebrate with friends. The kitchen is also the most important focal point of any home sale. That's why it's important to ensure that your kitchen meets your needs in both function and design. If you're thinking of a kitchen redo — from refacing cabinets to a complete renovation — now is the time to get started. Here’s why:
The right design takes some time. You may think you can just go to the store, pick out some new cabinets, tile and appliances, and “Voila!” This approach can lead to buyer’s remorse and design flaws that are expensive to address. A better approach is to work with a professional with the experience and vision to create an effective plan for your space. This may take longer, challenging you to reflect and assess, but your decision-making will be thoughtful and rational.
Kitchens are an investment. With the prices of everything from drywall to
tile on the rise, you don’t want to make an error that leads to overspending,
restocking fees or waste. If you plan well in advance of your kitchen makeover,
you will be less likely to make costly mistakes due to hasty decision-making.
Supply chain issues may force you to pivot. You don’t want to embark on a
complete remodel, only to find that your appliances are delayed by weeks or
even months. Nor do you want to learn you can only get one pendant light (for
over your island) when you need three! If you leave yourself plenty of lead
time, you are able to select a different brand or model without delaying the
whole project.
High seasonal demand for services. If you wait until next spring to start
soliciting bids for your kitchen makeover, thinking it'll be ready for summer, you'll be competing with everyone else who wants their indoor and outdoor projects completed too. You might pay more for labor and have to wait for appointments, bids, crews, subcontractors and inspectors. To avoid the logjam, start talking to your designers and contractors now.
Take advantage of seasonal sales. If you have a firm kitchen design well in advance of your desired completion date, you have the lead time to shop around for the best prices on appliance deliveries, fixtures, hardware and furnishings. Look for 0% credit as well to help spread out your cash outlay over many months.
If you need help getting started, contact me. I offer many affordable ways to work together. I'd be happy to help you plan your kitchen makeover from start to finish. Meanwhile, take a look at my website for some kitchen inspiration!
