Gewinner writes that she took on the purchasing of materials to try to reduce costs. She and her boyfriend incurred unexpected expenses for items including flooring that had to be replaced, an extra beam that was needed in the basement, hard-wired smoke detectors required by the city and sewer line repairs. She says she also underestimated architect fees and did not anticipate the need to hire an engineer.
Walls moved: Yes. A wall was removed between the kitchen and living area, and an opening to the breakfast room was pushed back.
Plumbing moved: No
Plumbing replaced: Yes
Professionals hired: Scott Knese, SRK General Construction
Special features added: Wine or beverage fridge in the kitchen island, soft-close cabinet doors and drawers, double pantry, extra-deep sink
Splurge: Counter-depth refrigerator, which cost over $1,000 more than a standard-depth model
Savings: Ikea cabinets dressed up with crown molding. Did their own demolition, shopped around for materials.
Cost breakdown:
Appliances: $6,504
Cabinets, sinks and countertops: $9,112
Lighting: $330 (pendants over the island only)
Faucet: $300
Tile: $265 (backsplash)
Flooring: New wood flooring to match rest of the house $2,575
Labor: $25,000 (estimated)
Total: $44,086
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