KITCHEN REMODELING BUDGETS
At Cabinets Plus we stay in the mid-range of budgets. Our products will fit a wide variety of prices, but we tend to stay away from the very low budgets and the very expensive. Although you may not want to share a number initially, it is best to have a budget in mind when you start a kitchen remodel or a bathroom remodel.
We find that homeowners in the Northwest Chicago suburbs generally spend 7-10% of their home value for a kitchen remodel. Recently, we have done renovated kitchens beginning at $15,200 for a homeowner in Arlington Heights. That was for cabinets only; no installation. At the other end of the spectrum, we recently renovated a kitchen in South Barrington for $121,000—a real show stopper, as you can imagine.
One way to save money on a kitchen is to prioritize what’s most important to you. For example, if you really want granite countertops or quartz countertops, you may choose less expensive semi-custom cabinets or stock cabinets. We are here to help you design the kitchen of your dreams and try to bring it in at your budget.
BATHROOM REMODELING BUDGETS
In the Northwest suburbs of Chicago you can expect to spend 3-6% of your home value for a bathroom. On a square foot basis, bathrooms, powder rooms, half baths and guest baths are the most expensive room in the home to remodel. This is due in part to the complexities of plumbing and to the need for multiple contractors to work sequentially in a small space.
Nevertheless, with our range of bath vanities, vanity tops, tubs, showers and tile, we can provide renovated baths of excellent value in a mid-range of prices.
For example, we recently completed a bath remodel in Prospect Heights priced at $8,600 where the homeowners kept their tub and cabinet. By comparison, we did a large master bathroom suite in Inverness that was $68,700. Talk about luxurious!
FREE ESTIMATES
Yes, we offer free estimates. If you have the measurements of your existing kitchen or bathroom, and perhaps a simple floor plan or some pictures, we can often estimate a cost for your project. It is a ballpark range that should give you an idea of how much you should budget.
There are times when we have to visit your house to confirm dimensions or structure to make sure our estimate is correct. Everything up to this point is free of charge.
After you meet us, see the range of products we offer, and understand our design and remodeling services, you'll be able to make a decision as to whether you would like us to move ahead on your project.
From there, our designers will work with you to create a layout and plan that suits your lifestyle and budget. To get started, take a look at our Remodeling Guides here.
We'll then help you in the selection of cabinets, vanities, countertops, appliances, sinks, faucets, light fixtures, tubs and showers, even flooring and tile.
Most important, we'll listen to your ideas so that your dream remodel comes to life.