Budget Bathroom & Kitchen Remodeling Tips
Are you tired of looking at an old, outdated bathroom or kitchen? Then why not invest in your home and start a remodeling project? Not only does updating the look and feel of these rooms breathe new life into your home, but they can also significantly increase your home’s resale value when the time comes to sell your home.
Understandably, many homeowners are concerned about remodeling because of the high costs that are often associated with these projects. Below are a few easy ways to keep your budget for your DIY project in check and still feel satisfied with the results:
Create a Remodeling Plan
Before you start your remodeling project, take the time to plan it out beforehand. Unplanned remodeling projects can lead to skyrocketing costs due to unforeseen issues such as plumbing, re-cutting lumber, and replacing broken, damaged, or ill-fitting appliances and fixtures.
Your plan should be detailed and comprehensive, and should include everything from the location of the appliances, tubs, toilets, and sinks, to the location of cabinets, drawers, and light fixtures.
One of the easiest ways to save money is to maintain the existing layout of the room and keep the existing wall and doorway design. You can avoid the majority of the costs associated with remodeling if you don’t have to alter too much of the plumbing or electrical.
Consider Ways to Keep Costs Low
We know that homeowners worry about the expenses associated with a remodeling project, but by planning in advance and working out a budget for your project you can avoid a lot of the stress and headaches associated with this process.
- The size and scope of your plan. Are you replacing a few key items, or changing the entire structure and layout of the space?
- The purchase of new items. Are you replacing appliances, tubs, fixtures and lights? If you can, try and keep as many things as you can and “refresh” them with a new coat of paint or new handles.
- Choose low-cost alternatives. Laminate countertops are cheaper than granite, for example.
- How much you plan to DIY. Some aspects of a remodeling project such as drywalling can be DIY-ed, but you should invest in professional services such as plumbing and electrical.
Remodel Features Instead of Whole Rooms
An easy trick to making any bathroom or kitchen look brand new is to focus on the smaller details. By focusing on sprucing up existing items, you can slash the costs of your remodeling project in half or more. Just take a look at these ways you can breathe new life into a room:
- New paint. Paint the room a new color, or add a feature wall in an attractive and eye-catching color to really wow guests.
- Cabinets. Instead of installing all-new cabinets, give your existing ones a new coat of paint, change their appearance by making them look “distressed”, or add new knobs or handles.
- Light fixtures. One of the easiest ways to change the look and feel of a room is to install new lighting. We recommend using eco-friendly bulbs with a soft, inviting light instead of fluorescent lighting.
For more tips on remodeling your bathroom or kitchen without breaking the bank, be sure to contact the professionals at Plumb Works at 404-524-1825, in Atlanta, GA. Our team is always happy to visit your home and provide our expert opinion on how you can save.
