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5 Ways to Save Money on Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations

  • Perla Irish
  • February 12, 2022
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  1. Hire Professional Contractors Capable of Sticking to your Budget
  2. Retain Your Current Layout
  3. Refinish or Upcycle Your Kitchen and Bathroom Elements Instead of Replacing Them
  4. Skip Tile in Favor of Less Costly Alternatives
  5. Shop for the Best Price

Kitchen and bathroom renovations can get very expensive for homeowners. There are several ways to save money on your kitchen remodeling Los Angeles.

This article will list some handy tips to ensure your kitchen and bathroom remodel does not turn into a money pit.

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5 Ways to Save Money on Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations

Hire Professional Contractors Capable of Sticking to your Budget

The best way to save money on your kitchen and bathroom remodel is by developing and sticking to a thorough plan and budget.

When you decide how much money you want to spend on the upgrade, it is easier to determine the specific amounts you can devote to different aspects.

When apportioning money for labor costs, do not be tempted to hire the cheapest you come across. Cheap is expensive, primarily when investing in long-term upgrades to your kitchen and bathroom.

A licensed plumber or electrician may charge more than unlicensed labor, but their efficiency is worth the extra cost.

Before giving you a quotation, most contractors are happy to go over your budget and assess details like wiring, tile work, plumbing, paint, storage solutions, and decor.

Retain Your Current Layout

Changing the current layout of your kitchen or bathroom will make your remodel very labor-intensive and expensive. An excellent way to save money on your remodel is to avoid tampering with the original layout, so you do not have to lay down new wiring plumbing or affect any load-bearing walls.

Moving objects are usually the most expensive aspect of remodeling. It is essential to weigh the benefit of changing your kitchen or bathroom layout against the financial impact. Resize or rearrange your kitchen or bathroom only when necessary to accommodate your needs.

If you have to change the layout, consider keeping the load-bearing walls in place and expanding through non-load-bearing walls. Non-load bearing walls can be moved or removed with moderate effort and cost.

Moving load-bearing walls (those that hold up your second floor or roof) is a significant project that will require profound structural changes.

If your home is old, likely, the existing wiring does not comply with the current electrical code standards. You may be required to upgrade the wiring even though it is perfectly functional.

Your local permit office will tell you whether your existing system can be grandfathered in. In some instances where the electrical wing is safe, you may be allowed to keep it in place.


Read Also:

  • How Long Does a Kitchen Remodel Take: What to Expect From the Process
  • Understanding Bathroom Renovations and Plumbing Remodeling
  • How Much Do Bathroom Renovations Cost?

Refinish or Upcycle Your Kitchen and Bathroom Elements Instead of Replacing Them

It makes financial and environmental sense to hold onto as many items as possible during your kitchen and bathroom remodel. Ask yourself if an item needs a replacement for functional or aesthetic reasons.

If an item is unattractive but still operable, you should consider the option of refinishing them instead of replacing them. If your storage cabinets look battered, it is cheaper to have them refinished than throw them out and buy new ones.

Removing and replacing old plumbing fixtures in your kitchen or bathroom, such as sinks, bathtubs, or shower bases. You will have to purchase new fixtures and pay for demolition, construction, and installation charges.

Please do not remove any plumbing fixtures unless it is necessary. Instead of paying to have your old bathtub removed and a new one installed, it is cheaper to refinish the old bathtub with a new shiny coating.

Skip Tile in Favor of Less Costly Alternatives

Extensive tilework can get very expensive for homeowners trying to stick to their bathroom and kitchen remodel budget.

Even though most modern bathrooms are covered in tiles, there are many less costly alternatives for you to consider. Instead of covering your walls in tiles, Wainscoting is an easy DIY project that will give your walls interest and variation.

 If you want to replace your surround, tub surrounds are much cheaper than a tiled shower or tiled tub surrounds.

Vinyl tiles are affordable, long-lasting, and mimic ceramic tiles, perfect for your bathroom floor. You can cut costs on tiled backsplashes by choosing a cheap alternative like dead boar or lumber.

Shop for the Best Price

Finding great discounts can significantly reduce your bathroom and kitchen remodel.

Make sure to window shop online and compare prices for the cabinets, tiles, sanitaryware, sinks, toilets, etc., to ensure that you get the best deal. Reliable plumbers, electricians, and contractors have built networks to secure your products below market price.

As you remodel your kitchen and bathroom, remember that the best way to save money is making a budget, hiring reliable contractors, seeking cheaper alternatives and good discounts.

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