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Budget-Friendly Kitchen Makeover Tips

Kitchen Remodeling Aug 18

Doing a makeover of the kitchen can entail a huge cost. However, if you plan ahead and talk to experts, you can successfully finish your kitchen remodeling project in Clarkston at a fraction of the original cost. There is hope in revamping this space even if you have a tight budget. With the proper combination of planning, expert advice, patience, and creativity, you can significantly improve this space with a large savings. Here are some budget-friendly tips to keep in mind.

1.Plan ahead

Cutting down on costs means planning ahead. Instead of rushing into things, give yourself time to decide the right design that does not cost too much. Use this time to shop around and find the best deals. Talk to experts about what you can do to trim the cost of doing a remodel. Ask them about options and leads to find the cheapest quality materials. If you have a clear plan, it is easier to determine how you can save money by doing this project. Rushing into things can quickly increase the overall cost.

2.Cut down material cost

The best way to reduce material cost is to shop around. If you check all your options, you can find the cheapest sources of materials. The appearance and quality may be the same but some providers have better deals. Check if you can receive discounts — especially if you are buying in bulk. Another way to reduce material cost is to shop for second-hand items. There are places that offer a good lineup of pre-loved items that you can purchase at half the original price or even less. Bargain for lower prices. However, if you plan to do this, be sure to be meticulous in checking the quality of the items that you are buying. It can get risky since these items usually don’t have warranties. If you do it right, the risks may be worth the huge savings that you can receive.

3.Save on labor cost

Talking to pros can help you find the best deals on labor. Oftentimes, these pros already have a trusted team that they use. If you want access to that team, make sure to find a trustworthy contractor.

You may think that doing the job on your own is better and can save you more money. However, if you do this, you are running a lot of risks, which can end up costing you more money. For instance, if you improperly install a stove-top range, reinstalling it might be costly. Always aim to do it right the first time and seek help from expert contractors.

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From start to finish Kurtis was a great company to work with. From the initial contact and design concept with Gregory Holster to the cabinet drop off team, the install team led by project manager Jeff Tuomi and the countertop company, the project was on time and all work was performed beyond expectations. This was greatly appreciated seeing as it was completed on December 23. All the people involved were professional and did an excellent job.

Ken M.

Shanna was our project consultant. Picking out cabinets along with counters can be somewhat overwhelming but her knowledge & experience helped us make the right decisions. Dylan & Juwan unloaded truck & Dylan check off ship ticket to make sure all boxes were accounted for. Courteous & pleasant to talk to…nice job of stacking everything neatly in our garage. We couldn't be more pleased with the service & so happy with our kitchen

Deborah D.

We recently worked with Lauren on cabinetry for a master bathroom renovation. She was great to work on the design and selections. Lauren was efficient and responsive from cabinet selection through ordering. Our overall installation was smooth. We had some unforeseen circumstances impacting our ability to accept delivery of our cabinets on the initial agreed upon date. Kurtis was very accommodating in rescheduling delivery given our project challenges. We couldn't be happier with our cabinets for this project.

Shannon O.

We had complete renovations to our kitchen and main bathroom. From start to finish, the design with Shanna was exactly what we asked for and Jeff stayed on top of the renovations, communicating each step of the way. Every worker was professional and the final product is elegant and functional. We were very happy with Kurtis and would choose Shanna and Jeff again.

Eileen M.

We love our new kitchen! Kurtis Kitchen & Bath did an outstanding job, and Adrian at the Clarkston location was exceptional to work with—creative, patient, and really listened to what we wanted. The project was well-organized, and we went from demo to a fully functioning kitchen in just 30 days. Highly recommend!

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