How to Find the Right Kitchen Remodeler for Your Home

06 Jan How to Find the Right Kitchen Remodeler for Your Home

Kitchen remodels are the granddaddy of home renovations. More than anywhere else in the house, the kitchen has the greatest impact on your quality of life, and carries the most pivotal impact in terms of return on investment.

A great kitchen remodeler can deliver value for you to enjoy now and later when you sell. The wrong kitchen remodeler could spend a small fortunate of your money and leave you wishing things had been different. You have the power to ensure you get the best results from your kitchen remodeler, if you know what to look for.

A Great Reputation, with Credentials to Back It Up

Not every general contractor makes an excellent kitchen remodeler. Ask about certifications and licenses and you’ll quickly get a feel for the candidate’s level of professionalism.

Better remodelers will have all the relevant licenses that could be legally required, plus insurance to cover all liability for workers and subcontractors or damage to your home.

You can also investigate the kitchen remodeler to see how established and reliable the company is for the long term. Research for a history of violations. Know a physical address for the business. Do business with somebody who is transparent and doesn’t represent a flight risk.

A Portfolio of  a Kitchen Remodeler You Admire

Don’t be the first rodeo for your kitchen remodeler. Ideally, you should hire somebody who has done a complete top-to-bottom renovation many times already. More experience makes a remodeler better prepared to quickly react to unexpected problems or quirky nuances of the remodel process.

Photographs and references are your best friends. Look for high-quality work and don’t be afraid to follow up with references. Calling past customers (or even visiting, if possible) will help you verify the work and feel comfortable in your choice.

The Right Partner, the Right Vision

A kitchen remodeler will be working intimately inside your home, allocating the funds of your investment, and attempting a kitchen makeover that will affect your daily life. This person should “get” you, and they should also know the remodeling trends among local real estate.

Keep in mind that a great kitchen remodeler doesn’t necessarily have to share all of your personal tastes. What’s more important is that they understand your vision and make helpful recommendations. Talented contractors can produce work to suit any taste, and the best ones are plugged into the trends so you don’t end up with something immediately outdated.

Do your research, make some phone calls, and pull the trigger when you’ve found the right kitchen remodeler for you. Start by talking to us about our process and why we might be the best choice for beautiful, high impact results.