Reasons to Remodel Your Kitchen

October 31, 2020
Kitchens

Reasons to Remodel Your Kitchen

Five Reasons To Remodel Your Kitchen

Increase in Efficiency and Comfort

You can create newer designs or entire structures to make your kitchen a better workspace. You can also add new features or get rid of the outdated ones. Putting up new things will enhance the comfort and ease with which activities are performed while cooking. It will also make cooking tasks easier and more efficient.

Increase in Home Value

A renovation or remodeling of any part of a house affects its other structures. Therefore, switching up the appearance of your kitchen will increase the value of your home. Therefore, consider remodeling the kitchen of any property you intend to put up for sale. Such investments often yield favorable returns.

To Reduce the Risk of Hazards

If cabinets, shelves, or appliances have been in place for too long, you should consider replacing them. Old appliances tend to consume more energy and develop faults. For example, old food processors can bein to disintegrate into meals. It is safer and healthier to have such devices replaced.

To Improve Kitchen Function

You can add special features or remove existing ones to suit your needs. For instance, you may have to reorganize or redecorate to appeal to your children. You can also add special needs’ features such as pathways for wheelchairs in kitchens where there are stairs. 

For a Taste of Modern Décor.

The world is constantly evolving, and so are the people who live in it. You should remodel your kitchen at any time to suit your taste. There are quite a lot of new architectural masterpieces, and trying them out if you can afford to, is good living. 

Conclusion

Remodeling in any part of the house affects the whole house. You should ensure that your cooking space does not look out of place with the rest of your home.

Also, it is better to abstain from changing too many things at once. Transitioning into such changes is best done gradually. All that matters at the end of the day, however, is that you are pleased with your rebranded kitchen. Contact Gehman Remodeling today to start remodeling your kitchen!

Here’s Why You Should Remodel Your Home in the Fall

September 16, 2020
Basements, Bathrooms, Blog, Kitchens

Here’s Why You Should Remodel Your Home in the Fall

There are different reasons why you would feel your home need remodeling. But you may be tempted to do it during winter or during the holidays when everyone is around. In this piece, we will discuss why you should take fall seriously and why you should remodel your home during this period.

Create Ultimate Hosting Space

During the holidays, especially during Christmas parties, you would probably have friends and family over, and a lot of cooking would be done. Do you want to combine that with your home remodeling? Think again!

Your best option is to get the guest room ready, kitchen improved, and bathroom remodeled way before the holidays. And if you start early enough, you can finish up all remodeling activities by November, and that means you can enter December with ease of mind.

Excellent Weather for Work 

It does not matter what kind of remodeling project you have in and around your home, the fall is the perfect time to get them done.

The weather is excellent, and the temperatures are much cooler in the fall. Thankfully, the snowy season is still a few months away, so your contractors can work with having to check the weather forecast every now and then. The cool fall weather will also aid your work if you are working outside with paints and adhesives – something you can’t enjoy during spring and summer.

Effectively Monitor Your Contractor

Don’t be like every other person that remodel their homes during spring and summer. And if you haven’t noticed before, the spring and summer periods are the busiest time of the year for contractors. Should you plan to book them that period, you will have to wait before you are attended to. And after you get your estimate, it will take some more time before the remodeling and installation are done.

To save you all this stress, book contractors during the fall. You will get to see them around and spend time explaining what you want and how you want it to look like when it is done.

Conclusion

Kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects can be done effectively and efficiently when your contractors have the time to deliberate well with you. This is only possible during the fall period. So, shift your remodeling projects to the months between September and November.

Your contractor will able to help you renovate, restore, or add on to erect the structure you desire in your home right to your taste. Contact Gehman Design Remodeling today to learn more about our remodeling services.

Creating Your Dream Bathroom

August 29, 2020
Bathrooms

Creating Your Dream Bathroom

Let’s face it – you spend a lot of time in bathrooms. Whether you’re getting ready in the morning, taking a restroom break, relaxing in the tub, giving your children a bath, or cleaning – you spend a significant number of hours in this room.

This is why it isn’t “silly” to invest in your home’s bathroom. You’re in the room a lot – you should make it a place you love and enjoy. There are 3 key steps you should take when it comes to creating your dream bathroom.

1. Understand your Bathroom’s Existing Structure

When it comes to designing your dream bathroom, you’re probably working with an existing structure in your home. If you’re lucky enough to be building something new from the ground up, then you might be able to skip this step.

While it is possible to move a sink, toilet, or shower – it can add significant expense if the existing structure isn’t designed to work that way. You will want to have a good understanding of where drains and water lines are. If you aren’t sure, ask your contractor. They can explain what is possible and what isn’t within your budget and help you make the right decision.

2. Think about Storage 

You know what turns a bathroom into a nightmare faster than almost anything else? Lots of clutter. If you don’t have adequate storage – clutter is what you will have. While having a huge open floor plan may feel like the right call for your dream oasis, if you are working with limited space, make sure you plan storage even if it means moving things a little closer together.

Think through what you use in your bathroom, what items you use to get ready, and where you’ll store towels and toiletries.

3. Invest in Quality Fixtures

In addition to storage, you’ll want to think about the fixtures in your bathroom. Make sure you choose a quality shower or bathtub. This is where you’ll want to take time to do a lot of research. There are tons of options, so choosing the right one for you will take time.

In addition to the shower or tub, you’ll also want to think about sink faucets and light fixtures as well. You’ll want to choose things that are functional and attractive.

When you’re ready to make your dream bathroom a reality, contact, Gehman Design Remodeling can help you with your bathroom renovation.

The Do’s and Don’ts of Home Additions

July 27, 2020
Design, Organizing Spaces, Remodeling Process

The Do’s and Don’ts of Home Additions

Home renovations and remodeling are an exciting step in being a homeowner, especially for those looking to introduce whole new additions to the house. But it can also be a challenge knowing where to start with the project. If you’re considering adding onto your home in the near future, here are the top do’s and don’ts of home additions. 

Do’s

Do start with a clear design. Adding onto your home is going to need more than just your vision. To get any necessary permits and have the work done properly, you should work with a professional to put your ideas onto paper. Hiring an architect or designer to draw out your design will help give your contractor a clear picture of what you want. You’ll also be able to spot any problems with your idea and adjust accordingly before building begins. Remember, the more detailed the design, the more true-to-vision your addition will come out. 

Do add on to your kitchen. Almost no other home project can raise the value of your property as much as a kitchen improvement. As needs and trends progress, more and more houses feature open and spacious kitchens for entertaining and cooking as a hobby. Be considerate of your future homebuyers and increase your own home-happiness by considering whether a functional kitchen addition is right for your home and needs. 

Do add more bathrooms. Another easy way to add value to a home is by adding in another bathroom or two. For homebuyers, there is no such thing as too many bathrooms. They add functionality to the house and encourage privacy for residents, meaning adding income by renting out a room or two is now a possibility without sharing a bathroom. 

Don’ts

Don’t be stubborn. A home addition is a big undertaking, and even if you have an expertly crafted design for your builders, there’s always the possibility of an unseen problem making itself known. Be prepared and know that in large projects like this, it’s conceivable that not everything will go right. When budgeting time and cost, you should allow for delays and additional costs to prevent any unwanted surprises. 

Don’t go too big. It’s always attempting to bring on high-value additions like bathrooms or a sunroom but doing too much at once could lower your property value. The closer you build to the property line, the more you encroach on yard space. Landscaping, patios, and other outdoor features are just as important to homebuyers as an extra bathroom, so take care not to build so big that potential buyers lose out on outdoor spaces. 

Are you ready to take the next step in bringing a great addition to your home? Contact Gehman Design Remodeling for assistance in bringing great workmanship to your next home project. 

Home Improvement Projects to Leave to the Professionals

June 26, 2020
Bathrooms, Blog, Decks, Design

Home Improvement Projects to Leave to the Professionals

Summer is definitely one of the best times of the year to take on home improvement projects. Some projects you can tackle yourself safely and easily get the job done. But some should be left to the professionals. Landscaping and cleaning gutters can be taken care of homeowners themselves in most cases, but jobs requiring ladders and technical skills require real contractors. Continue reading to learn about which jobs you should leave to the pros and how you can pull off yourself. 

Bathrooms

A bathroom may seem like a job that you can tackle after watching a few remodeling tv shows and videos online, but there are many complexities that go along with it. Bathroom remodeling consists of baths, flooring, vanities, countertops, cabinetry & more. Unless you’re a contractor, you probably aren’t equipped to handle all of these areas. The many considerations become complicated if your plan goes slightly awry. An experienced contractor has re-done many bathrooms and can plan accordingly, with possible complications in mind. This helps a job go more smoothly.

Windows

New windows are a great value add to any home. They provide you with increased energy efficiency as well as natural light and a myriad of other benefits. They’re among the most popular ways that homeowners look to improve their homes, especially in the summer. If the windows aren’t installed properly, though, they’ll be less efficient than the old windows were. Air leaks caused by an improper seal can happen if you aren’t an experienced window installer. 

Decks

Decks are a great way to add to your home’s outdoor space and extend your entertaining capabilities. They aren’t a very easy installation, though. You often have to ensure that the ground is level prior to beginning. Then you need to install concrete forms or something to support the deck. It takes more than cutting some 2x4s and hammering some nails to build a quality deck. If you want a professional-looking job done, hire a decking design and building contractor. A deck is one of the best ways to improve your home, especially during the summer. 

Painting

One of the most popular DIY projects for homeowners is painting. Some interior painting jobs can certainly be done quickly by homeowners. But larger and exterior painting jobs should be left to the pros. Having neat lines and a clean finish requires a steady hand and years of experience painting. You can tell a professional painting job from a layman’s. 

Contact our team at Gehman Design Remodeling today to get started on improving your home. We can help you with window installations, bathroom remodeling, deck building & more. Call us at (215) 513-0300 or fill out on contact form to get started.

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