Questions to Ask a Remodeling Professional

No one wants to feel that they’re stuck with something they didn’t want after paying for kitchen remodeling in Livonia or anywhere else. However, every now and again, it happens, and it’s not always as simple as a contractor doing a bad job or a homeowner running out of money. Sometimes, a certain business may not be a good match for a certain job, or a homeowner may not effectively communicate what they are looking for, leading to issues down the line. To avoid this problem, it’s always important to have an open dialogue with people who are helping to modify your home. Here’s what to think about.One good thing to start with asking is what their experience is in your specific type of project, not just anything similar. This means getting a clear answer on whether or not they have handled a project the size of what you are looking for, the scope of which you are looking for, and with the materials you are looking for. The reason it’s so important to harp on this point is that everyone wants to feel comfortable, and knowing you have someone experienced will do a lot for your peace of mind. On this same point, ask if they use subcontractors and if they do, what type of experience they have. No one wants to feel bait-and-switched, even if some of the information was clearly available on a company website or something similar.Another thing to consider is whether or not your project is going to get the most attention possible, and this means asking about how many other projects the contractor happens to have going at the same time. Granted, you don’t know what their capacity is, but if you’re specifically looking for a smaller company and you see they have a lot of other jobs booked, you may want to wait until a different time of year to get your project done. Don’t feel that you’re being pushy or nosy when asking any of these questions, even if some of the subject matter can get a little awkward. A good remodeling professional understands, and in many ways, being inquisitive and involved makes their job easier. By making clear what you want and prioritize in a job, you give them clear guidelines that they can adhere to in order to make the process a bit easier. One other thing to mention is taking a quick moment to look at their history with consumer protection agencies, just to make sure there aren’t any hidden issues that are glossed over in answers.

Reviews

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!

Carter C.