Remodeling Contractors
West Linn Oregon
Time To Remodel?
Are you considering remodeling your West Linn Home? Uncertain where to start? Give Steve’s Home Improvement a call at (503) 342-8234 and we can help you with every stage of the process.
Adding value to your home
For a lot of people, remodeling is a strategic move that is meant to enhance their home value so they get more when they resell their homes. In fact, remodeling investments are increasing as homeowners expect to make back their remodeling costs at the time of resale. Additionally, newly remodeled homes have a tendency to sell quicker and for a premium price in contrast to homes with outdated baths and kitchens. However, reselling is not the only motivating factor for home upgrades.
Your home is an investment
Many homeowners today are deciding to remodel their current homes instead of sell them off to buy better homes. A lot of it probably has to do with the recession, whose effects will continue to be felt for a while. However, remaining in your present home also has its advantages, particularly the fact that you get to save on the amount of time that you would have spent hunting for a new house. Homeowners that opt for home remodeling also tend to be more satisfied at the end of the day since they remain in familiar surroundings.
When it’s necessary
If you have a expanding family, your house has to grow with it. That is when renovating is required. You may also have to increase your closet space to increase your storage area or make more efficient use of the available space. Having said that, once your children move out of the house, you may choose to repurpose some of the rooms in the home. With all the rebates and tax incentives, eco-friendly remodeling is also a new trend. It allows you to increase the value of your home while saving money on energy bills and reducing your impact on your environment.
West Linn Remodeling Services:
Home Additions
Many homeowners love their current location. If you had a little more space, you’d live there forever.
This is where a home add-on, such as adding a garage or another bedroom, could enable you to happily stay in your current home while increasing its market value.
By integrating your vision with our expertise and creativity, we will build an end-product that will meet your practical requirements and your visual goals, too. Our design-build capabilities exceed all industry expectations. We are committed to developing the best new homes and home additions in the region. We have rigorous standards of professionalism, and expect nothing but the best from our pros. We will handle every facet of your remodeling project from start to finish.
Kitchen
Outdated appliances, warped cabinets and damaged countertops are all indications that you need to think about kitchen remodeling, but there are many other reasons to upgrade your kitchen’s look. The efficiency with which you use your kitchen space is always worth considering. While a gorgeous kitchen is nice, it should also be one of the most efficient rooms in the home. In order to achieve this you have to take many different elements into consideration.
Lighting is another crucial detail in any kitchen. If you are not getting adequate light you might consider moving the windows to allow more direct sunlight.
Remodeling your kitchen would also be appropriate if you have children or are in the process of extending your family. Bear in mind that dated kitchen appliances and designs may be dangerous for little ones. If you want to host more parties in your home you may come to realize that you need to upgrade to a more open kitchen plan to allow greater social interaction between guests. You may also want to redesign your kitchen as you grow older to make it safer for you and others.
According to realtors, the kitchen holds the greatest potential for swaying home buying decisions among prospective buyers. This indicates that renovating your kitchen and making sure it is up to date with the latest features could be the difference between a quick sale and a home that just sits on the market. If you intend to remodel your kitchen, it is a good idea to make a list of all the minor and major problems as well as the aspects you would like to add. Sometimes due to a limited budget you cannot make all of the changes that you want to make that is why you need decide beforehand which things to prioritize.
Bathroom
Since more homeowners are staying in their homes longer, bathroom renovating is becoming more common simply because problems arise that ultimately need fixing. Staring at the same dated look, and broken tiles first thing in the morning every day can ultimately get to anyone. In addition, damaged fixtures and anything else that drips water can result in bigger issues such as mold, and that is something you surely don’t want to fix.
Prospective buyers put a lot of importance on a remodeled bathroom. Just like with kitchens, renovating your bathroom can be viewed as an investment that will help your home close more quickly at a higher price. On the other hand, resale value is not the only reason to remodel your bathroom. You may have no plans to move, but simply want your own quiet space. A custom built bath tub or shower makes for a relaxing time when preparing for your day or unwinding from a busy workday.
Basement
If you are lucky enough to have a basement in your home, that means you have quite a bit of unfinished real estate at your fingertips, and you should really make the most of it. Basement finishing actually ranks right up there with bathroom and kitchen remodeling in improving your home’s market value as well as making it more attractive to potential buyers. The potential creative and functional uses of your basement are endless, and in comparison to other conventional spaces in your home, the basement offers the greatest usage variety and can even be utilized as a multi-purpose space. There really is no reason to let your basement go unused.
Get professional help
The reason most people leave their basement unfinished is that the process can be complicated. When you redesign a basement you have to take into consideration electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall installation, and even flooring. As such, it is vital to work with highly skilled experts like you would any other major renovation project. Even so, this is one of the best kept secrets in space expansion and results in significant advantages from a financial perspective as well as improving your quality of life.
Countertop choices
When thinking about your budget for remodeling your kitchen or bathroom, you want to try to get the most bang for your buck. Your countertops are one such element, and the good news is that they are offered in as many materials, colors and finishes as you can imagine. Countertops are available in a wide variety of options. In recent years the more popular choices include glass, granite, wood, butcher block, cambria, marble, concrete, corian, soapstone, and laminate.
There are multiple elements such as maintenance, and extended life that can help you pick out which countertop choices are ideal for you. Having said that, you have to balance the functionality of your countertops with aesthetics. Your countertops have to fit into the general design look of your home. Once you have found the balance between function and form, your ultimate decision is in regards to your renovation budget. For instance, we can all agree that marble countertops are simply gorgeous. However, because of the premium cost they may not fit into every remodeling budget. Granite is a close second, while concrete and wood offer much more affordable yet naturally attractive alternatives.
Leave it to the pros
Your home is one of the most significant investments a person ever makes. You need a fully licensed & bonded remodeling contractor. Not only will they guarantee that you get the more value for your investment, but you will have peace of mind. Professional contractors will discuss your options with you in detail and offer the practical advice, design aspects and product suggestions you may need.
If you plan on renovating your West Linn home soon, Steve’s Home Improvement would be happy to offer you our skilled services. We have the skills and experience to help guarantee your home renovation project is a success, and will offer any advice you may need when making the complicated decisions that could make all the difference in giving your home a fresh new look.
Call (503) 342-8234 and get in touch with Steve’s Home Improvement for all of your West Linn home remodelling needs.
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