Are you thinking of starting the renovation process? Let us give you a few quick pointers to eliminate some head aches along the way!




1. Put together a detailed plan for your home improvement project

• Working with a designer can help this process go more smoother!
• A designer can generate blueprints or sketches of your finished project!
• Accumulate a nice detailed list of all of your wants and needs.
• Start making selections, Take your imagination and bring it to life by choosing colors, themes, fixtures, etc.!

2. Set your budget

• Begin with acquiring cost estimates from professionals
• Price out all materials (a good contractor can assist you with this)
• Decide what you want to spend! What is your budget?
• Set aside 10-12% for unexpected costs

3. Vet and hire your favorite contractor​

• Get references!
• How many years of experience do they have?
• Make sure they have an active license
• Make sure they have insurance (you can ask for a COI)
• Schedule for payment- No reputable contractor will ask for the entire price upfront! The price should be broken down into payments. Don't forget sometimes spending a little extra for a contractor that you are comfortable with is well worth it!

4. Figure out your timeline

• Choose your start date! How exciting!
• If you have a specific end date in mind don't forget about a few days worth of wiggle room with factoring in your start date!
• Sit down with your contractor and ask questions! Go over phases
• See if your contractor has a software they can get you integrated with so you are able to see your projects schedule as you go!

5. Make sure you are prepared to not have much use of whatever area you are renovating during most phases of the project

• Depending on your project you may not be able to use that area while work is being performed
• Make sure you have a plan stemming from your timeline and schedule of what you will use/do in the meantime while work is being performed

Conclusion:
Remodeling your home can seem over whelming and scary at first. Breaking down each step and doing your research will help you immensely! Just take a breath, ask questions, do your research, and last but not least have FUN with it! Enjoy the process as much as you can and BE EXCITED!

Nowadays, more and more homeowners are making the smart choice to remodel their homes as opposed to moving to a new house in a new neighborhood. This saves a ton of costs and trouble, keeps you in a place you feel comfortable, and allows you to get exactly the design and style you want in your home. And out of all the rooms in the house, the kitchen is by far the most popular room to have revamped. From new flooring, to sparkling countertops, to brand new appliances, the choices are endless. But before you hire a Kitchen and Bath contractor to design and       implement all of these changes, there are some very important questions that you should ask.

As one of the centerpiece items of your kitchen, your countertops are vital to both the look and usability of this all-important room on a daily basis. Because of this fact, kitchen countertops are often one of the first things a homeowner wants to discuss when getting an estimate from their Baltimore kitchen contractor. And while there are many kitchen countertop surfaces available to choose from, one has emerged over the past decade as the clear frontrunner. This surface is granite, and there are countless reasons why it is so popular, starting with its gorgeous modern look, and continuing through its incredible durability.

To many homeowners, the kitchen is the crown jewel of their house. There are many reasons for this, starting with the fact that it is the room in your home that literally provides the fuel for your family. That’s why when planning and designing almost any remodeling job, the kitchen receives a lot of attention and time. From new flooring, to beautiful countertops, to brand new appliances, there are many areas that your Baltimore kitchen remodeler can help you improve and modernize. Another one of these vital areas is your old kitchen cabinets, which are a very popular item to replace.

I'd like to thank you all for stopping by to check out my new blog. I will be updating this frequently with tips and tricks as well as images from current kitchen remodels. Stop back frequently to check out my blog posts.

One quick tip that I'd like to give today: The kitchen is the heart and soul of your home. Not only does it serve as a place for cooking, it's a family room. It's where conversations about school with your children take place. It's where you share a special meal and good advice with your family and friends. It's the life of your party. It's also one of the most important aspects of your house that potential homeowners look at. Don't settle for anything less than what you want and deserve.

Again, thanks for reading my first blog. Check back soon!

- Ryan