3 Kitchen Renovations That Increase Home Value

Kitchen renovations designed to increase your home's value and give you the greatest return on investment aren't all created equal. Several factors play into which renovations you should choose if you are interested in earning your money back in the long run. Because, let's face it, a kitchen renovation is only as good as the money it can make you back.

According to experts, remodeling a kitchen can pay off big:

In the hottest housing markets, springing for a kitchen or bath remodel is a sure-fire investment, often returning more than 100 percent of the cost.

With that, here are 3 kitchen renovations you should consider before diving head-first into your next kitchen remodeling job.

1. Open Style: Homes with extra space and homeowners with the money should consider breaking down a wall and making a kitchen larger. An open design concept is very appealing to potential future buyers and very useful to the current owners.

2. Add Convenience: Not surprisingly, items with an extra "Wow!" factor add value to kitchens. Soft-close drawers, pull-out pantries, and under-cabinet lighting can take your kitchen from an 8 to a 10. Oh, and don't skimp on the cabinets.

3. Counters: It has officially been established: granite counter tops sell kitchens. Even if the rest of the kitchen is not that great, granite draws the eye and lets a potential buyer see all of the positives a kitchen has to offer. New counters alone can bring a 50% return.

In the end, remember not to just focus on selling power. Be sure to renovate your kitchen in a way that you find pleasing as well. Even if you get less than your total investment in return, always remodel for you before you do it for others. Don't worry, you'll still be making headway with no matter what you do.

For more information on how we can help you with your kitchen remodel, please contact us anytime.

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