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Orange County General Contractor Shares 5 Updates with Greatest ROI

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Exterior upgrades continue to deliver the best return on investment (ROI) in Orange County’s housing market. If you’re looking for the most impactful, cost-effective improvements, focusing on the home’s exterior is still the smart move. Inspired Remodels, a local Orange County general contractor shares 5 updates that return the greatest ROI. Not surprisingly, four of the five upgrades impact the curb appeal of the home and only one can be seen from the interior.

Entry Door Replacement (Steel)

Adding or updating a steel entry door returns the greatest bang for the buck in Southern California. According to Zonda Media’s 2024 Cost vs. Value Report, the money you spend on a new steel entry door returns about 300% of the cost in added home value.

Factors such as a relatively low cost for materials and labor compared to the positive high impact on exterior appearance make this update a no-brainer in the bang-for-the-buck department.

Garage Door Upgrade

This perennial ROI winner falls to second place in 2024, behind the entry door replacement. For many years, garage door replacement topped the ROI lists.

Like the entry door, garage doors won’t break the bank and add an incredible amount of curb appeal to homes.

These days, people opt for wood-look doors, doors with windows, and doors with architectural embellishments. No longer just a functional panel you raise when you take the SUV in and out, garage doors contribute to the overall style of the home.

With an ROI of 293.8% on average in this area, a garage door upgrade or replacement continues to be a great way to add value and curb appeal to your Orange County home.

After general contractor adds versetta manufactured stone panels to front of California house to look like stone

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Manufactured Stone Veneer

This product mimics the looks of natural stone. However, it costs less and is easier to install than natural stone, allowing it to pack a real ROI punch.

Depending on the amount of manufactured stone veneer installed, you can reap an ROI of up to 220% on a $12,000 project.

Don’t relegate stone veneer to the front of the home. This material’s versatility makes it the perfect choice for the backyard as well.

Create a Grand Entrance

Welcome home! Impress yourself, neighbors, and visitors with an impressive entryway. Removing the existing door, reframing, and adding sidelights and a new door create an awe-inspiring entry to your home.

This type of project requires more materials, more detailed work, and more labor than other exterior upgrades, so the ROI drops to 163%. Quite an impressive return on creating an impressive entrance to the home.

Minor Kitchen Remodel

This is the only interior project of the top 5 projects with the highest ROI. A minor kitchen remodel keeps the same layout, updates the cabinet fronts, replaces the flooring and appliances, and adds new hardware and countertops.

You can expect to see an ROI of about 139% with this type of update. However, this return doesn’t consider the energy savings from replacing old appliances with energy-efficient new appliances. Use the Southern California Edison Marketplace to compare the energy efficiency of your appliances before you purchase. Once you factor in energy efficiency, you may find your ROI is higher.

One Orange County General Contractor For All Your Needs

Whether your goal is ROI on the sale of your home or just a more modern, functional, and beautiful space, Inspired Remodels is the Orange County general contractor for all your needs.

From whole house remodels to kitchen renovations and shower remodels, let Joe Mueller turn your remodeling dreams into reality.

Schedule a consultation today.

BBQ and patio cover with wood look beams

Orange County House Remodeling – Inside and Out

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Inspired Remodels creates inspired spaces in Orange County homes – inside and out. Here are a few recent projects.

Raising the Bar on House Remodeling

Orange County homeowners are elevating their living spaces with bars. Beyond the convenience of having a fully stocked bar at your disposal, these bars offer advantages beyond the realm of mixology.

This coffee bar is ready to help you greet the day each morning with a cup of coffee or tea and then welcome you home to wind down at the end of the day with a glass of wine.

A home bar offers convenience. Instead of heading out to stand in line at the coffee shop, you have the luxury of enjoying a perfectly prepared coffee drink within the comfort of your own home. No more waiting in long lines, struggling to find a seat, or dealing with the noise.

And when it comes to entertaining, a bar provides a natural alternative to the kitchen as a social hub.

This home bar serves as the perfect focal point for social gatherings and offers the ideal setting for entertaining friends and family. It creates a welcoming atmosphere where guests can gather, mingle, and enjoy each other’s company.

Basking In the Beauty of a New Bathtub

When it comes to creating a haven of relaxation and rejuvenation in your home, few things rival the luxury and comfort of a new bathtub. When you hire Inspired Remodels for a house remodeling project that involves the bathroom, stand back. Your upgraded space will incorporate a new bathtub that enhances the aesthetic appeal of your bathroom and transforms your bathing experience.

Replacing an old, worn-out bathtub with a new one transforms the visual appeal of the room. This new bathtub upgrades the style and design of the space while creating a focal point that drives the aesthetic of the room. Sleek and modern style with totally retro subway tile.

Soaking in warm water can aid in increasing blood circulation, easing joint and muscle pain, and reducing inflammation. Soaking in a tub is marvelous relief for family members with arthritis, fibromyalgia, or other musculoskeletal conditions. As a bonus, get a tub that provides hydrotherapy through jets or bubbles and increases the therapeutic benefits.

Poolside Perfection

Orange County living includes outdoor spaces too. Little wonder Orange County house remodeling projects by Inspired Remodels give pool areas a facelift too.

A home swimming pool should provide privacy, exclusivity, and a luxury feel. Make sure your backyard pool offers an intimate and comfortable experience by having Inspired Remodels design the space. Fully unwind, soak up the sun, and enjoy the water. It’s like unwinding at a luxury hotel but in the comfort of your own backyard.

Let your backyard elevate the concept of a staycation. This year, create a space for relaxation, recreation, and escape for years to come. Bask in the sun, read a book by the water, or simply unwind with a refreshing swim.

Never boring and always amazing – that’s the hallmark of an Inspired Remodels house remodeling project. Schedule your consultation today.

Orange County Home Improvement Contractor Working Inside and Out

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Who said an Orange County home improvement contractor should only be concerned with bathrooms and kitchens? Inspired Remodels creates splendid kitchens and bathrooms, but they create fabulous outdoor spaces as well. Whether you need a new outdoor kitchen or a remodel of your indoor kitchen, Inspired Remodels is the Orange County home improvement contractor getting it done.

Take a look at these recent jobs.

Lake Forest Outdoor Living

Here’s a project melding the indoors and outdoors perfectly together.

It all started with a little demo work and a little framing.

This project creates the perfect deck for enjoying a cup of coffee in the morning or a cup of tea under the stars in the evening. The deck offers a cozy oasis and plenty of outdoor living space.

Now this job isn’t complete without LaCantina doors that connect the bedroom to the deck.

Sanctuary indoors and out, courtesy of Inspired Remodels.

Outdoor Living In Foothill Ranch

Southern California living requires a little sun, a little shade, a pool to cool off, and plenty of room and amenities to entertain.

This Foothill Ranch outdoor renovation brought more than just a little lighting and sound. Inspired Remodels created a multi-media area and an outdoor kitchen.

Just feast your eyes on the media screen that stores safely from the elements when not in use. Now you see it.

And now you don’t.

But be sure to check out the outdoor firepit, cozy lounging area, and cooking area complete with a gas grill.

Why would anyone ever go inside?

San Clemente Spa

Inspired Remodels is a busy Orange County home improvement contractor. In addition to creating luxurious and fun outdoor living spaces, they’ve been busy designing and building a to-die-for spa master bathroom in San Clemente.

Let’s start with plenty of storage for everyone. Using a unique horseshoe pattern not often seen in bathrooms, Inspired Remodels crafted a spa space that includes a seated vanity as well as drawers, shelves, and cabinets galore!

When it comes to spa experiences, we all know it’s the little things. Like hooks for two robes, a stunning chandelier, shelves for function and display as well as a fabulous soaking tub. The natural light provides sufficient sunlight to keep the dracaena healthy too.

Your Orange County Home Improvement Contractor Inside and Out

Call on Inspired Remodels when you need renovation inside or outside your home. It’s the one Orange County home improvement contractor that designs and builds indoor and outdoor spaces.

When you want unique and you want spaces that look great and work well, you want Inspired Remodels. Follow us on Instagram for more inspiration.