Can a Kitchen Remodel Bring You More Money?

Can a kitchen remodel get you more money?

Can a kitchen remodel bring you more money? For home owners who are putting their house on the market, they may want to take a closer look at their kitchen. It can become a deal-breaker for buyers.

Many buyers want an updated house, including the kitchen, and are not willing to buy and update later. Even for landlords looking to rent out their properties, this may also apply. Renovating the kitchen can make the home more appealing and allow it to command a greater rental price.

How much can a kitchen remodel cost?   Even a minor upgrade could cost upwards to $20,000. However, not all kitchen redesigns have to be expensive. A few strategic kitchen renovations can make your money stretch and still have a big impact, all for under $500.

For example, painting the cabinets white may make for a modern redo. The cost of the paint will be about $150 for the cost of the paint. Add in about $100 more for new cabinet hardware and the kitchen can take on a drastically different look for under $300.

A new backsplash may add more style to the kitchen space too. For example, a mosaic subway tile may add more of a modern twist. One company called SimpleMat can help do it yourselfers install a backsplash without the use of mortar too. The cost is about $170.

The lighting is important as well. Buyers love bright spaces so make sure there is ample light. Also, consider adding an LED undercabinet light to add a glow onto the kitchen cabinets. The cost is about $40.

For a really dated countertop, home owners may be best off spending the money to replace it. Quartz is especially on-trend nowadays. Painting the countertop is also an option. Rustoleum’s Counter Top Coating is about $40 for a tint-base.

Call or email me for many other ideas to get your home ready for sale, and what projects are worth taking on if you would like top dollar for your home. Email: rafaelcastrojr@gmail.com  Call me at (650) 483-4932.