Kitchen Remodeling: Choosing the Right Appliances
Renovators Place Columnist
Oct 08, 2009
Remodeling your kitchen? Chances are your kitchen remodeling project will require shopping for new appliances. According the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), smart appliance shopping can help you make the most of your remodeling budget. Here are some tips for replacing your appliances without breaking the bank.
By shopping smart you can get the new appliances you crave without blowing your kitchen remodeling budget.
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About the Author
AJ Fanter is a freelance writer based in Reno, NV.
The True Cost of Kitchen Appliances
If you're remodeling on a budget, purchasing the cheapest refrigerator, stove, or dishwasher is tempting. However, the lowest priced appliances aren't always the best deals. That's because there are actually three costs associated with an appliance purchase: the cost to buy it; the cost to operate it; and the cost to maintain or repair it.More Kitchen Remodeling Shopping Tips
While appliance cost is a key consideration, here are a few more ways you can save money on your remodeling project appliance costs.- Energy Efficiency - By choosing energy efficient kitchen appliances, you might spend a bit more of your remodeling budget, but you'll actually save money in the long run with reduced energy bills. And more energy-efficient appliances can add to your home's resale value too.
- Size and style - Why add additional expenses to your kitchen remodeling project if you don't have to? To save money, choose new appliances that fit your existing kitchen layout or limit your choices to those that'll help you maximize your new kitchen layout.
- Shop around - Not all retailers offer the same styles, brands, or prices. To make the most of your remodeling budget, take the time to comparison shop.
- Look for an incentive--The FTC notes local utility companies sometimes offer rebates, loans, and incentives for purchasing more energy-efficient appliances. These offers can help you get more mileage from your kitchen remodeling budget.
By shopping smart you can get the new appliances you crave without blowing your kitchen remodeling budget.
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About the Author
AJ Fanter is a freelance writer based in Reno, NV.
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