As the winner of Today’s Dream Kitchen Sweepstakes, Kimberly and Josh Osburn received a kitchen makeover including $25,000 in Merillat cabinetry products, plus labor and installation. Designer Sandra Daubenmeyer from KSI Kitchen & Bath (Birmingham, MI) provided the couple with expert guidance to help bring their dream kitchen to life.
“Must be nice,” you think, “but I’m footing the bill myself. I have to work within a budget.”
When it comes to remodeling, there’s always a budget. And whether yours is half of the Osburn’s—or even twice as much—chances are, you’ll have to make some tough decisions about where to save and where to splurge. But when cash-strapped homeowners look for ways to save on remodeling, professional design services are often the first to go. And that can be a costly mistake.
Here are a few reasons to go pro.
Kitchen professionals can help you get the most for your money. They understand what today’s homeowners are looking for and what options are available for each budget. With access to the latest product and design innovations, they can help spot tomorrow’s trends today, so your kitchen will feel current for years to come.
Your kitchen has huge impact on the value of your home. Merillat research has shown that the kitchen is a deciding factor for most home buyers. A pro can help you understand how the many decisions involved in your new design may help or hinder your home’s appeal and resale value later on.
Kitchen renovations are more than skin deep. Carpentry, plumbing, gas and electricity may be involved, putting more your financial resources, as well as your safety, at stake. Certified design professionals, dealers, and installers are trained to ensure quality, and code compliance, and to help protect your remodeling investment.
It helps to have a roadmap. With endless choices at every turn, it’s easy to lose sight of the big picture. An objective partner can be a huge asset in keeping you on course. To get the most for your money, be honest about your budget. And keep in mind that major changes can be phased in over time. Just because you can’t afford your dream kitchen today doesn’t mean you have to give up on it entirely. A design professional can help you develop a plan for bringing your vision to life over time—step by affordable step.
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