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Tips to Increase Your Home’s Value

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You want to do the right things to increase the value of your home. Here’s our list of changes that will help.

Small Upgrades Count

You may feel like you should start a huge renovation right away, however that is not always the case. You could work on smaller changes first. Paint and decorate a room. Update your doors. Add a new light fixture. These smaller changes all add up and can make a real difference.

Landscaping Improvements

Landscaping your yard improves your home’s curb appeal and it’s value. Spending some time at your local Home Depot’s garden center. Find plants native to the area and add them to your yard.

Replace Out-Dated Vanities

Replacing your vanities in your bathrooms. This will modernize your home and add style. For more tips on vanities see our other post HERE.

Kitchen Updates

Kitchen updates immediately improve appeal and value of a home. These updates could be big or small. Larger remodels could include new granite countertops and cabinets. Smaller updates could be as simple as updating the older microwave. For more tips on remodeling kitchen see HERE.

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5 Steps to Starting Your Kitchen Remodel in Santa Clarita

Posted on by Nicole

So you’re ready to remodel your kitchen. You’ve watched enough Fixer Upper or Property Brothers on HGTV to inspire you to get started. What are some things to be aware of for a kitchen remodel? Quite a bit actually. You need to take the right steps to make it happen. Here’s a list that we think will make your remodel a success.

KITCHEN REMODEL STEPS:

Step #1: Plan and Budget for your Remodel. Planning for your remodel is very important. From cabinets/counters all the way to what faucets you like can have a big impact on what fits within your budget. Most Kitchen remodels start at about $10,000 and can exceed $40,000 so knowing what you like and what you can fit within your budget is very important.

Step #2: Research Styles and colors and give yourself options. Your kitchen is the most used room in your house so remember seek the help of a design professional when going over ideas. Also if your looking to update your appliances too there are many different options from basic all the way to Smart Appliances.

Step #3: Plan For The Unexpected. Even the best laid out plans can run into issues so always allow leeway. Whether its scheduling, material delays, or even the unforeseen plumbing or electrical issues inside a wall. Planning for the unexpected is always a smart move.

Step #4: Fixture and Hardware means everything. Once you’ve chosen the right cabinets for your kitchen the right hardware finishes the look. Always choose the right fixtures and hardware before beginning the job, this assists contractors in accurately estimating.

Step #5: Of Course The Final Step is choosing the right contractor for your remodel.   NIC Construction & Electrical prides themselves on many years of experience and is affordable. We help you bring your kitchen to life no matter what your budget.  Take your first step and contact us today.