“Our only unexpected expense was when the kitchen ceiling partially collapsed while our contractor was cutting holes for the can lights,” Hofer writes. To repair the problem, the contractor added new beams and reinforced the ceiling.
Walls removed: Yes
Plumbing moved: No
Plumbing replaced: No
Professionals hired: Ken Martin of Martin Builders
Special features added: Built-in microwave shelf, corner cabinets with glass doors, lots of additional cabinet space, desk with four drawers, crown molding
Splurges: Rollout shelves for lower cabinets, two-level cutlery drawer, rollout trash and recycling bins, deep drawers for cookware, small tip-out sink drawer for sponges, soft-close drawers and doors.
Savings: The Hofers shopped around for the best price on cabinets, countertops, the range hood and the pendant light for the sink. Builder’s Supply Outlet in Broadview, Illinois, where they purchased their countertops, gave them a free sink and a big discount on their faucet.
Cost breakdown
Cabinets, sinks and countertops: $14,535
Lighting: $350
Tile: $600
Stove hood: $425
Labor: $9,760
Total: $25,670
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