Remodeling--Cost VS Value---To Reap Rewards

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Bathroom Remodel: Replace all fixtures to include 30-by-60-inch porcelain-on-steel tub with 4x4-inch ceramic tile surround; new single-lever temperature and pressure-balanced shower control; standard white toilet; solid-surface vanity counter with integral sink; recessed medicine cabinet with light; ceramic tile..

Bathroom Remodel – Upscale: Do ceramic tile, recessed shower caddy, body spray fixtures, and frameless glass enclosure. Include a whirlpool tub; stone countertop with 2 sinks; 2 mirrored cabinets with lighting; a compartmentalized commode area with 1-piece toilet; and a humidistat-controlled exhaust fan. Use large diagonally placed ceramic floor tiles with ceramic base molding. Add general and spot lighting including waterproof shower fixture. Cabinetry shall include a custom drawer base and wall cabinets for a built-in look.

Minor Kitchen Remodel:  In a functional 200-square-foot kitchen, leave cabinet boxes but replace fronts with new raised-panel wood doors and drawers, add new hardware. Replace wall oven and cook top with new energy-efficient models. Replace laminate countertops; install mid-priced sink and faucet. Paint and replace flooring.

Major Kitchen Remodel: Update with semi-custom wood cabinets, including a 3-by-5-foot island; solid surface countertops; and double-tub stainless-steel sink with single-lever faucet. Include energy-efficient wall oven, cook top, ventilation system, built-in microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and custom lighting. Add new ceramic flooring. Finish with painted walls, trim, and ceiling.

Major Kitchen Remodel – Upscale: Use top-of-the-line custom wood cabinets with built-in sliding shelves and other interior accessories. Include stone countertops with imported ceramic or glass tile backsplash; built-in refrigerator, cook top and 36-inch commercial grade range/vent hood; built-in combination microwave and convection oven. Install undermount sink with designer faucets, and built-in water filtration system. Add new lighting along with low-voltage under-cabinet lights and cork flooring.

Replace Roofing: Remove existing roofing. Install 235-pound fiberglass asphalt shingles (min.25-year warranty) with new felt underlayment, galvanized drip edge, and mill-finish aluminum flashing.

Replace Roofing – Upscale: Install 30 squares of standing seam metal, formed on site into 16-inch panels using factory-enameled roll steel; double-lock all seams. Use custom brake-bent flashing from same material for drip edge and all flashing at roof-wall intersections. Apply over new felt underlayment; use ice-and-water membrane at eaves, valleys, and all penetrations.

Replace Siding

Replace 1,250 square feet of existing siding with new fiber-cement or foam-backed vinyl siding, including all trim.

Replace Windows – Vinyl: Replace 10 existing 3-by-5-foot double-hung windows with insulated, low-E, simulated-divided-light vinyl windows. Simulated wood grain interior finish; custom-color exterior finish. Trim exterior to match existing; do not disturb existing interior trim.

Replace Windows – Wood: Replace 10 existing 3-by-5-foot double-hung windows with insulated, low-E, simulated-divided-light wood windows. Use stained hardwood on interior and use custom-color aluminum cladding on exterior. Trim exterior to match existing trim; do not disturb existing interior trim.