Is it ok just to ask cabinet company people to just come out and give me estimates? How do I know if I am getting an accurate estimate? How many estimates should I request? How much information do I need to give the estimator? I am concerned about "offending" companies by asking them give me estimates then not following through with the work. We are planning a complete kitchen remodel, floor, cabinets, fixtures appliances. Where should we start to get the best estimate?
2007-03-07 04:22:53 · 6 answers · asked by C 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
I used to design kitchens. This is the best advice I can give you:
Establish a budget for your work BEFORE you start. If you have $10,000 or $100,000 to spend, know that amount and work with it. Being unsure of your total possible expenditure is the fastest way to get ignored by designers and contractors. A kitchen is not a cheap room re-do.
Investigate what you like and what you want your room to look like in advance. Designers need parameters to work with. No one knows your tastes and desires bettter than you. Having any less than an idea of what you want to project to be like finished is a sure way to be disappointed in the outcome.
Know the scope of the work you want to do. new cabinets? countertops? Flooring, wallcovering, lighting, appliances, etc?? do you need to upgrade your plumbing, wiring, ventilation? These and many other questions should be answered first. If your budget doesn't allow for any of these items, you may have to set your sights lower.
Hire a designer.. a kitchen designer. This is someone that you PAY to handle drawings and design. a qualified designer will help you answer all of these questions and give you a good idea if your budget is close to adequate. Expect to pay this person and be sure that you are comfortable with them. In many cases, the designer will credit their fees if you buy the project from them. Hire a CKD if you can (Certified Kitchen Designer)
With drawings and specs in hand, you can look at different types of products and talk intelligently to prospective contractors to handle your work. You will be working on an even plane with all parties involved since there is one set of parameters with which to work.
A kitchen renovation is a BIG project and can be a lot of fun, but there are also heartaches involved. It takes time, can be messy and you will be eating a lot of meals out. Expect the project to take a little time and be patient.
A new kitchen will make life much better in the long run and will increase your home's value. It's a good investment.
2007-03-07 05:29:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-04 04:46:20 · answer #2 · answered by Marisa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't worry about offending them. once you see some of their prices you might be the one who's offended. just make sure that they offer free estimates. some shops charge for the estimate unless you award them the job, in which case they usually apply that cost towards the price. the large home centers like Lowe's and Home Depot have kitchen design services and contractors on hand and offer unlimited options.
2007-03-07 04:33:12 · answer #3 · answered by sic-n-tired 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do away with each and every thing that isn't going to be interior the hot kitchen, like the cabinets etc. in case your subfloor is concrete go away the present vinyl down in case you intend on doing ceramic tile if the concrete beginning place ever shifts the vinyl will steer away from the tile from shifting which potential you will not have loose tiles and the grout won't crack. you reported vinyl floor tile in case you're conversing with regard to the peel and stick form do not do it they have a tendency to go and you ultimately finally end up with a large form of gaps. as quickly as you do away with each and every thing which you do not prefer initiate with the partitions, do the drywall,tape,texture,best and paint. in case you're going with ceramic tile, laminate, or hardwood set up it after the cabinets it somewhat is not cautioned to place in cabinets on outstanding. in case you decide on vinyl cabinets could be put in after and you get a purifier seem given which you do not could desire to objective and trim around each and every thing with a knife. wish this helps
2016-10-17 11:59:20 · answer #4 · answered by shakita 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to Home Depot and ask questions.
2007-03-07 04:30:55 · answer #5 · answered by Mightymo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try directbuy.com. I remodeled my kitchen for 12000.00 less
2007-03-07 04:30:38 · answer #6 · answered by BigWashSr 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋