Kitchen Remodeling Trends, Part 2: Live-In Kitchens

If you are kicking around ideas for a future kitchen renovation, stop and think about how you’d like to use it. Wouldn’t it be nice to incorporate some living and working space in addition to the standard cooking amenities? More and more people are realizing the value of a live-in kitchen and are incorporating that idea in to their kitchen remodeling. Keep reading to get some ideas and see some examples on how to make your kitchen work for your lifestyle.

Kitchen Remodeling Trends, Part 1: “Going Green”

If you are about to embark on a kitchen renovation, or are even in the early stages of planning, make sure to check out this post detailing one of the latest trends in kitchen remodeling – “going green.” Here you’ll find five ways to make your kitchen “green” with sustainable products, appliances, and décor.

Don’t Ignore Permits & Be Wary of Too Many “Unforeseen” Problems

In the 9th installment in my series, 19 Secrets to Top Home Remodeling, I will reveal two more secrets to how some unscrupulous contractors try to take advantage of unsuspecting homeowners. Read more to learn why to remodelers must obtain proper work permits and why to be suspicious of remodelers who bring you too many problems.

No Contractor License? No Liability Insurance? No Thank You!

In the 8th installment in my series, 19 Secrets to Top Home Remodeling, I will reveal two more secret shortcuts that some sub par contractors try to sneak past unsuspecting homeowners. Read more to learn how and why to require a Contractor License and request proof of Liability Insurance.

“Low Balling” the Price & Saying “YES” to Everything

In my series of 19 Secrets to Top Home Remodeling, I’ll discuss two more remodeler practices to be wary of: Low Balling the Price and Saying “YES” to Everything. It is so easy for homeowners to fall into these traps, especially nowadays when everybody is looking for the best deal. Continue reading to learn the warning signs of these contractor traps.

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