Kitchen Remodels - Why Countertops and Cabinets Are Best Left to Professional Contractors

Remodeling a kitchen is a time consuming and often a sizable investment. It is comforting to know, however, that a kitchen remodel will yield a maximum return on the investment when the house is sold. Strangely enough, many homeowners will remodel a kitchen, not for their own enjoyment and convenience, but for the convenience and pleasure of the new homeowners. While an upgraded kitchen will be a large factor in the overall presentation of the home regarding resale value, it makes more sense for the home owner to upgrade for the purpose of using the new amenities.

Kitchen countertops and cabinetry are the most important focal point of any kitchen remodel and require the utmost attention to detail. There are several choices to make from countertop material to the type of cabinet door hinges and drawer slides. There is a plethora of different types of construction which will determine whether or not the cabinets can be $2,000, $12,000 or more. It is quite realistic for the average investment of a complete kitchen remodel to range from around $30,000 or so to $50,000 with appliances.

What can a home owner expect for $2,000? The quality of cabinets and countertops at this price point will be on the most basic type with no styling and white in color. Construction will generally be 100% particle board or MDF (medium density fiber) board with an extremely thin veneer. The cabinet and door fronts will just be a flat door with no architectural styling. Cabinets of this type are commonly sold at the local home improvement stores. $2,000 is a very conservative estimate for bare bones kitchen cabinetry and if the remodel is a do-it-yourself project. The majority of home owners, however, will not have the knowledge, expertise or tools to safely and correctly remove the old cabinets and install a new cabinet arrangement.

Installing a laminate countertop may seem to be more of a straight forward and simple task, but can prove to be problematic for a do-it-yourself project. Laminates are extremely easy to chip and ruin if careful attention to technique is not applied. When the countertop of choice is an engineered solid surface or fabricated stone, such as granite, it is always wisest to obtain the services of an experienced professional. While it is possible for the do-it-yourself home owner to install a sectional, prefabricated laminate countertop purchased from a home improvement center, most upgrading is done with the intent of leaving behind a laminate countertop for a sleek and durable engineered quartz or granite slab.

With just the cost for a countertop able to surpass $2000, depending upon the style, material and size, a quality kitchen remodel should not be attempted by most home owners. Home owners may believe that the savings will be worth the added stress and time, but after everything is said and done, mistakes can be just as costly as hiring a reputable contractor. Remodelers and contractors possess the muscle, knowledge and skill to successfully turn a dated and drab kitchen into a beautiful and enjoyable centerpiece of any home.

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