Starting your kitchen or bathroom remodel? You, no doubt, already have 100,000 things floating through your head – from style to prices, layout and more. If you choose the right professional, you’ll be able to rely on their expertise, and they can guide you through each decision…but first you have to find them.

There are many questions you should ask each professional you talk to, but there are also a handful that you should ask yourself as you choose...

Ask and you shall receive

Your remodeling project is one of the biggest projects you will take on in your home. With that said, it needs to be handled by industry professionals who can make sure that it is completed correctly. As a homeowner, you should look for business professionals who can offer you the guidance and expertise you need. Below, are a few things to look for as you choose your designer:

Home remodeling is one of the best investments you can make, but depending on the scope of your project, there can be quite a bit involved. In part 1 of this post, we went over things you can do to get started on your remodel, and who will be involved in your project (aside from you and any other decision maker in your household).

So, you’ve finally decided it’s time for a change – whether it be the 90s kitchen that has to go, the bathroom that needs more storage, or the basement that your family has been dying to make more functional by installing custom storage solutions. You know there is plenty involved, but you’re just not quite sure what to do, who to involve, or how long it will take. Don’t worry; we’ve got your back.

Planning out a smart kitchen design layout means taking everything into account. Some serious thought needs to go into appliance placement, useful storage, safety and even avoiding obstructions (making sure opening a door or drawer doesn’t interfere with anything else). You’d be surprised at the number of homeowners who end up with a kitchen that just isn’t all it could be.

When designing a new kitchen, the biggest chunk of cost often goes toward the cabinetry, and a common misconception is that custom cabinetry will cost an arm and a leg, but that’s not true. While custom manufactured cabinets may cost more on average they don’t always cost more than stock cabinets and the benefits you receive by working directly with a custom cabinet manufacturer will strongly outweigh the cost.