Remodeling a kitchen can be exciting, especially if your current kitchen leaves a lot to be desired. An updated kitchen is great for hosting your friends and family and offering an enhanced appearance and new features. Remodeling your kitchen is also significant in improving your home’s value if you plan on selling your home sometime soon. Remodeling a new kitchen can be fun and thrilling for homeowners who love change, but before you jump into a remodel feet first, there are some things you’ll want to keep in mind.
Just because your kitchen is set up a certain way now doesn’t mean it has to stay like that. Updating the floor plan of your kitchen could help improve its functionality, but only if done correctly. Make sure you consider the impact any floor plan changes could have on plumbing, heating and air conditioning, vents, gas, and electrical. For instance, relocating your stove may sound simple… move it where you want it and plug it in. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. Some ranges require specialized outlets, while others rely on gas hookups. Not to mention the need for a vent. The bottom line is making plans without thinking them through is easy. To avoid getting ahead, try walking yourself through the new setup mentally and physically. These red flags will pop up before you plan too far ahead.
It’s always best to have a schedule to stick to while remodeling your kitchen. Deadlines and due dates help keep things moving and on track. However, you may encounter a setback that puts your timeline behind. Materials may get delayed, shipments may come in differently than expected, and unexpected issues can crop up along the way. By allowing a contingency in your schedule for these events, you can avoid frustration down the line.
Whether it’s a simple remodel or a total overhaul, it’s almost impossible to go even a day without a kitchen. If possible, try to ensure you’ll still have access to your fridge and microwave at the very least. This may mean moving them into a different room during the remodel. There’s a good chance you won’t have a dishwasher for some or all of the remodel. If your only other option is washing dishes in a bathroom sink, try to use disposable kitchen items as much as possible to avoid this hassle.
Have you ever tried to check the doneness of a chicken breast under the dim lighting above your stove? It certainly isn’t ideal. Abundant lighting will make a world of difference in your kitchen. Go beyond the standard over-the-sink lighting and consider adding recessed or track lighting to ensure it reaches every corner of the room. For a real treat, explore lighting options that can be installed under the upper cabinets that give you the ultimate control of the lighting conditions in your kitchen.
If the thought of a kitchen remodel has your head spinning, you don’t have to go it alone. Bennett Contracting has the experience you can trust to walk you through the process and get the job done right. We offer kitchen remodeling services with careful attention to detail and with homeowners in mind. We work with you to do whatever it takes to provide you with the kitchen of your dreams! Learn more about our kitchen remodeling services in New York, and call us at 518-462-6731 to get started!