Remodeling your home can improve the quality of your home to live in and help increase the value of your home. But, specific home improvements can yield a better Return on Investment (return of investment) over other home improvements. There’s no reason not to consider renovating your kitchen by hiring Ottawa Home Pros for a high return on investment. Seven benefits you can expect with a kitchen renovation:
Improve Functionality
You can perform a variety of things during the kitchen renovation process to enhance its overall performance. For instance, adding or expanding your cabinets up to the ceiling will give you additional storage space. If you’d like to go more, removing the wall that divides the living and kitchen area could let you add extra counter space. A simple upgrade of kitchen equipment or lighting fixtures can make your kitchen more efficient.
Reduce your Energy Bills
By upgrading your kitchen appliances to energy-efficient models that reduce your kitchen’s energy usage. Find dishwashers and refrigerators that carry an Energy Star label which means they comply with or exceed standards for energy efficiency set in the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency). Switching your traditional lighting fixtures to LED fixtures is the best way to lower your home’s energy consumption.
Enhancing Sustainability
Upgrading cooking appliances and equipment into energy-efficient models will make your kitchen eco-friendly. However, it isn’t the only way to contribute to a green kitchen. Install low-flow water faucets to reduce water usage and look into sustainable materials like bamboo, salvaged timber, or recycled materials to make your kitchen countertops, cabinets, and flooring.
Refresh the Appearance
In case your kitchen’s design is stuck in the 70s or 80s, the kitchen could use an overhaul in appearance. Repainting your walls and cabinets, as well as replacing all cabinet hardware, can completely transform the aesthetic of your kitchen. Naturally, you can put in new cabinets, countertops, and even brand new flooring.
Comfortable
Kitchen renovations can enhance the quality of life in various ways. For instance, better ventilation will help to reduce the odors and heat produced by cooking. By adding more oversized windows, you can bring in more sunshine. The installation of a kitchen island with seating can be an excellent way to create an area for dining in your home.
Enhance Safety
By upgrading old kitchen appliances to prevent injuries caused by improper use. You could also adopt a universal design by installing an oven on the wall to avoid damages caused by physical exertion.
Increase the Value of Your Home
Depending on the magnitude of your kitchen’s renovation, you may be able to recover up to 70 percent of the costs associated with kitchen remodeling. In addition, the kitchen that has to get renovated is a draw for buyers when you’re trying to sell your home.
Updating your kitchen comes with many benefits, making it among the most extensive home renovations you can do. Call Ottawa Home Pros at (613) 288-9145 or send an e-mail at info@ottawahomepros.com for more information.
