Budgeting:
It is always best to come up with a budget for your up coming project.
Consider the market value of your home to determine your kitchen remodeling
budget. Studies suggest that 90-98% of kitchen remodeling costs can be recouped,
but kitchen remodeling is only a good investment if the cost is relative to the
house's worth.
According to the National Kitchen and Bath Association, current
costs for kitchen makeovers range from $15,000 to $45,000, with an average price
of almost $27,000. Cost can vary based on region, design, materials, quality of
appliances and budget. Careful planning can help you get the most value for your
investment, simplify maintenance, maximize efficiency, functionality and beauty
and reflect your own personality. Other variables are - a customer may not be doing a new floor, or may wanted to reuse their existing counterotp (if the dimenison are the same), might have fairly new appliances or they may only want to paint their existing cabinets and redo everyting else.
- In Older homes, the project may require extra electrical or structural upgrades to accommodate the remodeling project and bring the structure up to local codes. Homes newer than 20 years are less likely to need major work of this nature.
- Moving major features like plumbing adds to the cost quickly. Stick to your
budget. It doesn't take very many unplanned expenditures to totally overrun your
budget.
- Even with careful observance, you can expect a budget overrun of about 12% due
to unforeseen costs and unbudgeted expenditures. Know what you need vs. what you
want. Key to keeping within budget guidelines is to begin with the features you
need in your new kitchen. One needs appropriate plumbing, safe conditions,
adequate lighting, adequate storage and basic refrigeration and cooking
capabilities.
- Begin your plan with your basic needs.
- Upgrade the most prominent and hardest working features (like cabinets and
countertops) for durability.
The key is if the designer know up front the budget, then we can customize a plan that will fit all your needs and keep you in budget.
Payment:
In industry standard, Expect to pay as much as 50% to your contractor at the signing of the
contract. An additional 40% could be required upon delivery or installation of
the cabinets. The remaining 10% should only be paid at the completion of the
job. Make sure "completion" is defined.
At CCD - Designer Kitchen & Bath - payments can be customized based on the size of the project.
CCD - Designer Kitchen & Bath - 106 Castle Drive, Madison, Al 35758
(256) 270-8262 / (256) 837-3505
Consider the market value of your home to determine your kitchen remodeling
budget. Studies suggest that 90-98% of kitchen remodeling costs can be recouped,
but kitchen remodeling is only a good investment if the cost is relative to the
house's worth.
According to the National Kitchen and Bath Association, current
costs for kitchen makeovers range from $15,000 to $45,000, with an average price
of almost $27,000. Cost can vary based on region, design, materials, quality of
appliances and budget. Careful planning can help you get the most value for your
investment, simplify maintenance, maximize efficiency, functionality and beauty
and reflect your own personality. Other variables are - a customer may not be doing a new floor, or may wanted to reuse their existing counterotp (if the dimenison are the same), might have fairly new appliances or they may only want to paint their existing cabinets and redo everyting else.
- In Older homes, the project may require extra electrical or structural upgrades to accommodate the remodeling project and bring the structure up to local codes. Homes newer than 20 years are less likely to need major work of this nature.
- Moving major features like plumbing adds to the cost quickly. Stick to your
budget. It doesn't take very many unplanned expenditures to totally overrun your
budget.
- Even with careful observance, you can expect a budget overrun of about 12% due
to unforeseen costs and unbudgeted expenditures. Know what you need vs. what you
want. Key to keeping within budget guidelines is to begin with the features you
need in your new kitchen. One needs appropriate plumbing, safe conditions,
adequate lighting, adequate storage and basic refrigeration and cooking
capabilities.
- Begin your plan with your basic needs.
- Upgrade the most prominent and hardest working features (like cabinets and
countertops) for durability.
The key is if the designer know up front the budget, then we can customize a plan that will fit all your needs and keep you in budget.
Payment:
In industry standard, Expect to pay as much as 50% to your contractor at the signing of the
contract. An additional 40% could be required upon delivery or installation of
the cabinets. The remaining 10% should only be paid at the completion of the
job. Make sure "completion" is defined.
At CCD - Designer Kitchen & Bath - payments can be customized based on the size of the project.
CCD - Designer Kitchen & Bath - 106 Castle Drive, Madison, Al 35758
(256) 270-8262 / (256) 837-3505