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Kitchen Remodeling Fall Inspiration

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Fall in Orange County means football on TV, fewer tourists at the beach, and a drive to the mountains for leaf peeping. The change in season provides the perfect backdrop to refresh the home before the holidays. So, here’s a little inspiration for kitchen remodeling this fall.

Make a Splash with a Backsplash

A kitchen backsplash possesses the remarkable ability to transform the entire room and breathe new life into its design. This often-overlooked feature is not merely a protective barrier against splashes and stains but also a canvas for creativity and style. See how these backsplashes work magic in kitchen remodeling projects.

How unusual is this tile? The current green and white palette goes great, but honestly, this tile will match any color the homeowner ever uses. Talk about tile with staying power!

Another kitchen, another green and white combination. But, a completely different look thanks to the marvelous backsplash.

For something completely different, go for traditional subway tile but lay it in a herringbone pattern. All the beauty of a chevron with none of the extra labor costs for cutting the tile at an angle.

Update Kitchen Hardware

New cabinet hardware breathes new life into a kitchen, instantly transforming its overall look and feel. These small but impactful elements play a pivotal role in the kitchen’s aesthetic, functionality, and style.

Cabinet hardware serves as a visual focal point in the kitchen. It’s like jewelry that enhances an outfit. Selecting hardware that complements your kitchen’s design theme creates a cohesive and harmonious space. Change the choice of hardware and change the tone for the entire room.

The same style cabinets just look different when you use brushed nickel versus gold hardware.

Decorative Lighting

New decorative lighting in a kitchen remodeling makes a room more functional and visually appealing. Swap out decorative lighting for a fresh and rejuvenated look.

First and foremost, lighting fixtures can serve as the focal point of your kitchen’s design. Whether it’s a stunning alternative to traditional pendant lights above the kitchen island, a row of elegant sconces along the walls, or a unique chandelier, the choice of decorative lighting can set the tone and style for the entire space. Lighting becomes a statement piece, elevating the room’s overall aesthetics.

Fall In Love with Kitchen Remodeling

This Fall, fall in love with the kitchen remodeling experts at Inspired Remodels. Get ideas for kitchens, baths, entryways, bedrooms, or any room in the house!

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Hire the Right Local Home Remodeling Contractor

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This article was originally published December 2020. It has been updated to provide more current information.

Are you ready for a new bathroom, fireplace or kitchen remodel, or thinking about trendy barn doors and wood-look tile? Take your time picking a contractor. Avoid hiring the first local home remodeling contractor that provides you with a quote. Often, hiring a home remodeling contractor without due diligence leads to regret.

So, take your time. Hire the right local home remodeling contractor for the work you need to be done. Just follow these steps.

Research Online and In-Person

Did you spend hours shopping for appliances, flooring, fixtures, and lighting online and in stores? It would be best if you spent at least that much time and effort researching the local home remodeling pool. Call, text, and email friends, family, and neighbors who hired a local contractor within the last 2 years.

Many contractors place a sign in the yard of the home where they are doing work. So, when you see those signs, reach out to the homeowner. Ring the doorbell and ask about the work being performed. Afraid to ring the bell? Then write a note and leave it at the door. Provide the homeowner with your name, phone number, and email along with the best times to talk. Let them know you just want a little feedback.

Always remember to ask about the work that was done. Because a contractor installing barn doors requires a different skill set than those needed for kitchen remodels. Gain insight into the contractor’s subcontractor network by asking about the full scope of work.

Don’t Compare Apples to Oranges and Oranges to Lemons

Make sure your three quotes represent the same scope of work with the same quality material. Otherwise, it is impossible to compare the quotes. Try to give each local home remodeling contractor the same specifications and scope of work you desire. Get as granular as possible, including drawings, materials, and preferred products. Otherwise, the three contractors will bid based on the products they commonly use. And when it comes to the final price, assumptions play a big role.

Get a complete list of materials included in the work. Make sure you know how the contractor calculated the allowance for overages. If overages aren’t included, find out why. Who pays? You can be sure it won’t be the contractor! When a quote appears much lower than the others, the devil is in the details. This contractor wants you to purchase certain fixtures or lighting and will just provide the labor.

Ensure quotes for custom cabinets include the same quality construction from the same materials.

Make sure all bids include applicable permit fees and requires the local home contractor to be responsible for the permit. Any contractor that asks you to pull a permit has a problem with their license.

Verify License and Insurance

After you narrow down the list of contractors, start checking their background.

Check the general contractor’s license online with the State of California. Use this link https://www2.cslb.ca.gov/OnlineServices/CheckLicenseII/CheckLicense.aspx and type in the name of the contractor. You will find out if the contractor is licensed and the status of the license. When you click on the license number you can determine the status of the contractor’s bond, workmen’s compensation insurance, and the contractor’s history.

Run from any contractor without a bond or worker’s compensation insurance. Otherwise, if there is a problem, liability falls in your lap. Therefore, ensure the contractor bears responsibility for any employee or subcontractor injury on the job.

Inspired Remodels is the local home remodeling contractor to hire

Go ahead! Do your homework. Include Inspired Remodels in your research. Get to know the Orange County remodeling contractor with a stellar portfolio and integrity.

Orange County Custom Cabinets for Any Room in the House

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Nothing puts the finishing touch on an Orange County home more than custom cabinets. Whether you need storage for the living areas and bedrooms or want to make a kitchen or bathroom your very own, custom cabinets provide a solution to storage problems.

Black slab front custom cabinets with white counters for a modern contemporary bathroom

Custom cabinets mix upper & lower cabinets for a fresh look

Custom Cabinets in the Bathroom

Adding custom cabinetry to the bathroom allows you to make the space your very own. Stop worrying about the space you have and make the most of it by installing made-to-order cabinets.

Take control of the design by incorporating the cabinet front, doors, drawers, finishes, and hardware of your choice. Why be basic? Bespoke cabinetry allows you to cover the essentials with unmistakable style. Mix uppers and lowers and create a fresh, contemporary look.

Create space for linens, towels, personal care items, and more. Coordinate cabinet finishes with countertops, tile, and other design elements for a put-together look.

Custom Cabinets in Orange County Kitchens

Why settle for boring big box cabinets that are poorly made and offer limited choices? Opt for custom kitchen cabinets and create storage that’s as unique as your needs.

From drawers for pots and pans to pantry and display storage, you put together the elements that work with how you work and entertain in the kitchen.

Use cabinetry as the base of your island for a beautiful and practical addition to your kitchen.

Cabinets with glass fronts create spaces to display your most decorative items. Cabinetry also serves as the base for a coffee or wine bar.

Add cabinets to the butler’s pantry and make entertaining a breeze. And speaking of breezes, why not add cabinets to outdoor living spaces as well?

Cabinetry and Carpentry for Every Room

Need storage in the family room? Inspired Remodels builds cabinetry for any room in the house. Bookcases add storage and provide a space to tuck things away.

Want to combine built-in cabinets with floating shelves? That’s a great design idea. Cabinets provide hidden storage while floating shelves create display areas for your special decorative touches. This design maximizes the storage available in a small space in a very stylish way.

Your Trusted Orange County Custom Cabinet Contractor

Inspired Remodels is the Orange County custom cabinet contractor that works will all major brands. Choose from Decora, Waypoint, Kitchen Craft, and more. Schedule a consultation at the design office today.

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