What Homeowners Wish They Knew About Kitchen Remodeling

Whether you’re looking to give your kitchen a quick facelift, or you’re looking to give it a complete overhaul (right down to getting custom cabinets in your Phoenix kitchen), you want to get it done right the first time. Some homeowners start their kitchen renovations without putting in too much thought ahead of time, and while they may love the end result, they also have some regrets.

You can avoid the post-remodel regrets by answering these three questions honestly before you begin doing any kitchen remodeling in Phoenix…

Do you really need the high-end appliances?

Sometimes homeowners get caught up trying to keep up with what the neighbors have. In other cases, they overestimate their own needs.

One common example is purchasing a high-end, restaurant-quality oven and stovetop. These are useful and even pretty appliances, but the average homeowner just doesn’t need them. If you’re not cooking gourmet foods for crowds, you probably don’t need such a high-end appliance either.

How do you use your kitchen?

Again, be honest and think through this carefully. Don’t do your kitchen remodel in Phoenix based solely on things you’d like to do with your kitchen in the future. Instead, you need to decide how to do the remodeling based on how you already use the kitchen.

For example, is a place to gather for the family? Do you ever entertain in the kitchen? Do the kids like to do their homework in the kitchen? Do people like to watch TV while in the kitchen? All of these answers will help you determine what the footprint of your kitchen should look like.

You also need to think about how food prep and cooking will work. For example, how many cooks do you typically have in the kitchen? Where should you place your spice rack, pantry, pots, pans, utensils and other kitchen items so that they’re easily accessible? The answers to these questions will help you determine where to place your cabinets, drawers and other storage spaces.

Is your chosen countertop pragmatic?

Remember that a countertop not only adds beauty to the room, but it also must be functional. Check that the material you’re considering is designed to hold up under normal kitchen conditions (such as having a hot pan put on it, or having various foods and cleaners spilled on it) and inquire on the maintenance routine. Some materials will require a special sealant on a regular basis, while others need less attention. Make sure that the material that you choice is one that you can commit to the maintenance on.

Conclusion

Naturally, these aren’t the only three questions you should be asking yourself before you start a kitchen remodel in Phoenix. To avoid regrets, you should also hire a reputable and experienced remodeling team like the one at Todd Whittaker Drywall, Inc. The experts at TWD will ask the right questions to help you plan the kitchen of your dreams. They even have an experienced designer on staff to help you plan a kitchen you’re sure to love for years to come.

To learn more about TWD’s kitchen remodeling services, or to request a free estimate, get in touch today at https://twdaz.com/.