David Pinsley is the Vice President of First Rate Renovations, Inc. in San Leandro CA, serving the Oakland area in particular. He has over 40 years of full-time experience in the general contracting field, with a specialty in kitchens and bathrooms. Here, he discusses the best home remodeling programs in the Oakland area, including kitchen, bathroom, and complete home remodeling.
Designing the Best Kitchen for Your Money
We spend more time in the kitchen than in almost any other room of the house, so it’s necessary to have a kitchen in which you feel completely comfortable. Getting the kitchen you want in terms of both functionality and beauty is important as getting the biggest bang for your buck. Stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, built-in refrigerators, and heated tile floors will all help you make the most of your kitchen, now and in future.
Deciding on the Best Bathroom for Your Budget
Having the best bathroom around is what many homeowners strive for, and that means investing in a home spa and having only top-of-the line fixtures. Other amenities can include a whirlpool bath, front-access tub, large stall shower with a built-in seat, and cultured marble products. Oh – and don’t forget plenty of storage space, a place for people to sit down and relax, and neutral furnishings.
Bringing Home Remodeling Costs Down
Knowing your exact budget is vital to approaching any home renovation project. Home remodeling is a big investment, and once you have selected your design/build contractor, you need to come up with an estimate. And only after reviewing your specifications can you begin to talk about reducing your costs.
Getting the Right Home Remodeling Design Team
If you are contemplating a home remodeling project, the success of the job could hinge on getting the right design team. Remember, if your designers are the same people who will be doing the actual work, then they’ll have to take responsibility for the entire project. You’ll get the advantage of dealing with one-stop shop, which will make the remodeling process much smoother.
Beauty and Versatility of Cultured Marble Products
Cultured marble products are man-made and can be used for a variety of bathroom fixtures, such as bathtubs. Made from a cast polymer fashioned from calcium carbonate or limestone, cultured marble can have color swirled into it so that it looks almost any way you want it to. While actual marble will cost more, cultured marble is cheaper, stronger, and holds up better under normal wear and tear. It’s also a lot easier to clean!
