bit.ly ► Nadia’s kitchen remodeling tips – what to do before you call a professional ○ Decide how much help you need/want There are different types of kitchen remolding professionals to choose from based on the needs you’ll have: designers, contractors, electricians, plumbers and installers. A big part of deciding what pros you’ll need is based off of how much you’re comfortable doing on your own and how much help you can afford. ○ Define your priorities You have to do your homework to determine what your likes and dislikes are and define your priorities. You want a restaurant grade oven and refrigerator but you also need to hire a plumber and an electrician. Knowing where your priorities are can help you decide where to best spend your budget and where you can comprise when you need to hire a pro. ○ Use kitchen design software to save money and find the right professionals Using a design program, such as Homestyler, allows you to visualize your kitchen remodeling ideas before buying a thing. In addition, you’ll determine the initial budget planning yourself which will save you money that you can use for appliances or hiring pros. Save all your designs online, then share them with potential remodeling professionals and contractors, so you can get more than one bid. ○ Find licensed contractors with good references Choose your contractor wisely. Ask your friends for referrals. Do call references, and always ask to see their license. Remember to print out and share your …