Jan. 30, 2006

Makeover Madness

Home Makeover TV shows are all the rage. HER Real Living has done Curb Appeal Makeovers the past couple of years.  Look at the Real Appeal page of my MaureenMcCabe.com website for details on some of the Real Appeal makeovers. 

HER Real Livings information about remodeling an existing home. 

Some facts from HER

"Minor Kitchen Remodel Replace cabinet doors, oven and cook top, laminate countertops, sink, faucet and floor, repaint

Job cost: $8,507
Resale value: $8,030
Cost recouped: 94 percent 

Major Kitchen Remodel Redesign kitchen, replacing same items as minor kitchen remodel, plus built-in microwave, custom lighting, island

Job cost: $21,262
Resale value: $19,190
Cost recouped: 90 percent 

Bathroom Addition Second bath in a house with one or one-and-a-half baths; ceramic tile and linen closet

Job cost: $11,645
Resale value: $10,593
Cost recouped: 93 percent 

Bathroom Remodel Update existing bath with new tub, toilet, vanity, medicine cabinet, lighting, tile

Job cost: $8,423
Resale value: $6,480
Cost recouped: 77 percent 

The report goes on to say: " it's not really a new obsession. Owning and decorating your own home has always been a part of the "American Dream." Even founding father Thomas Jefferson continually renovated and remodeled his home, Monticello, over a period of four decades." 

"Do it yourself"  is very popular.

There are skilled contractors in our Columbus Ohio market.  Professional remodeling pays off in my opinion!

BIA - Remodelors Council

"The Remodelors Council is already planning the 2006 Showcase of Remodeled Homes, which will be held the weekend of May 6-7. The Council also recently updated its Consumer Directory, which is available free of charge to the public. 

The Building Industry Association of Central Ohio represents single and multiple family home builders, developers and remodelers in the area. Other members include subcontractors, suppliers and service professionals. Founded in 1943, its primary services include legislative and regulatory representation, development of favorable public perceptions of the industry, promotion of business standards, and support of home ownership. The BIA is the annual sponsor of the Parade of Homes, CondoQuest, and the Showcase of Remodeled Homes.

"The BIA has a Builders Directory and a Remodelers Directory available to people who are interested in building a new home or remodeling their current one. These informational directories list BIA Builders and Remodelers as well as other helpful tips for consumers." 

Contact the BIA for additional information.

Ranch with a remodeled kitchen that gets "ooooohs" & "ahhhhhs!"  

The home has had other nice updating too.   Professional remodeling pays off!

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