Are you ready for a pre-Holiday Kitchen Renovation?

Remember LAST Thanksgiving, when you promised to get your new kitchen before the family and friends descended on you next Thanksgiving? You will know how important it is to have a well-designed and stylish kitchen if your home is the place where family and friends gather for holidays. The layout of your kitchen, the storage and organization options, and the appliances you choose can all contribute to a space which makes life at home easier or more difficult.

This is especially true during the holidays when there are more people in the home, and you must prepare larger meals. You spend your holidays searching for special dishes, linens, and tools because of poor storage and organization. You may also trip over your guests while they pour drinks and try to talk to you as you cook. This is before you consider your outdated kitchen style, scratched countertops, or worn-out kitchen flooring.

You still have time to prepare for Thanksgiving, shop for the hardest to find gifts and make your guest room ready. Do you have the time to complete that kitchen renovation project? Remember that a new kitchen requires planning and time.You don’t want to be disappointed when Thanksgiving comes around because you didn’t plan ahead.

Start your research today, talk to your chosen kitchen remodeling professionals to discuss your needs, and put a plan into place so that your new kitchen is ready for the holiday season. Here is a brief guide on kitchen remodeling timelines to help you plan:

Do your research first.

Discuss the design of the kitchen with your family. Find out what you like and dislike about it.Before you consult a professional kitchen designer, write down your goals. You should prioritize your needs so that you can decide which items are essential and which ones are nice to have. This will help you to make a decision when it comes to your budget and timeline.

Find a professional in kitchen design.

To ensure that your kitchen renovation is completed successfully and on budget, you will need to hire professionals. Ask your friends and family for recommendations and look online to find professionals in your locality.You can get an idea of their style and approach by looking at their social media and website. Set up an appointment with the top three choices to discuss your needs and confirm their availability. It is important to book an appointment as soon as you can, as reputable kitchen design firms only accept a limited number of customers to provide top-notch service to each client. Act now because the holidays are fast approaching!

The planning phase takes 2-8 weeks depending on the project.

Working together with your chosen kitchen design company will help you turn your vision into an actionable plan.You should choose experts who have a process for designing and can guide you at every stage of the remodeling project.  The experts will also help you set expectations about the timeline and budget of your remodeling project.

Let your remodeling team order everything and have fun choosing your products!Kitchen cabinets are the most time-consuming (usually taking 4-10 weeks for them to arrive after ordering) and so set the timeline.

A design firm with experience will help you choose the right products for your kitchen renovation, while staying within your budget.

The kitchen remodel takes approximately 8 weeks to complete for a kitchen of standard size.

This is what the 8-week renovation process will look like:

Week 1,

• Remove all appliances from the cabinets and floor.
• Install the rough plumbing and electrical.
• Inspections.

Week 2,

• Replace or repair the drywall.
• Prepare the floor to receive its new material.

Week 3,

• Install the cabinet trim.
• Install the hardware.

Week Four

• Fill out the counter template.
• Install the baseboard and trim around doors and windows.

Week 5-6

• Install the floor.
• Wait for the counter.

Week 7

• Install the countertop.
• Install the plumbing.
• Install the appliances.
• Start the backsplash.

Week 8

• Paint your kitchen.
• Your kitchen renovation is complete!

This is a general time frame, but your actual schedule may vary depending on your project’s size and complexity. Your remodeling project manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the project and will minimize any mess that may occur in your home. A kitchen remodel can cause some inconvenience, so plan to avoid having family or friends visit for a long time during this period. You can use an outdoor grill or kitchen while your kitchen is being renovated. You should also avoid taking a long holiday, as you might need to be there to make the final decisions.

Do not let yourself be disappointed if your goal is to remodel your kitchen in time for the holiday season. Contact Belmont Home Restoration today to learn more.