AAA Remodelers

Quality Remodeling Specialists

 253-581-0901

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You Will Like The Work We Do For You.

Our business philosophy is simple. We do remodeling for our customers, and we want them to have the end result that they want. We keep them involved and informed during every step of the project. The result is satisfied customers, who are happy to have us come back, and also recommend us.

A quality job depends on skilled craftsmen. No matter who does your work, The results will be no better than the skills of the craftsmen who do it. Bathroom remodeling requires almost every skill in the building trades industry. We have the skills.

We do all types of remodeling, but we do a lot of bathrooms. We also do kitchen remodeling, along with a wide variety of exterior remodeling services, such as roofing, painting, vinyl windows and vinyl siding.

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We know how difficult it is to trust a stranger in your home. We try to be considerate of that situation, and do everything we can to ease your concerns.

We are efficient at what we do. We keep a cleaned-up work area, and rarely work on the job more than 6 hours in a day. All of that helps make a minimum disruption in your life while we are doing your project.

One of the things that we’ve noticed over the years, is that sometimes we sort of become an extended family member while working on a project.

Often, it seems that leaving at the end of the job is kind of sad, for us and for our customers. Unfortunately, time and work constraints do not allow us to maintain the close relationships that we would prefer.

In addition to quality work, one of the things that our customers like, is that we don’t start a job and then leave it. We work on your project every working day until it is finished. Once in awhile, we may not be able to work a day on the job for various reasons, but it is never because we are working somewhere else.

We have done the best we can with our bathroom remodeling photos, but it is difficult to get decent pictures in most bathrooms. We don’t have the professional photo equipment necessary for taking good wide angle pictures in small rooms. What the heck, we do bathroom remodeling, not photography.

Bathroom Remodeling

Questions and Answers about bathroom remodeling

Q. How much will it cost to remodel my kitchen or bathroom?

A: The price for kitchen or bathroom remodeling will be affected by (1) where you buy it (2) what features it includes and (3) the brands/models you select.

For kitchens, pricing can range from $5,000 or so (if you do some work yourself) to as much as $150,000 and higher. On average, a kitchen will cost from $15,000 – $26,000, including design, products and installation.

Bathroom remodeling prices generally average between $6,500 and $11,600 when you’re replacing everything. Again, the cost can be lower or considerably higher depending on what you’re looking for.

Q. What makes a kitchen more or less expensive?

A: Cabinets account for about half the total cost of the project and will have the greatest impact on your budget. They range in price considerably based on quality, the type of material they are made of, and whether they are stock (ready made in specific sizes) or custom (produced specifically for your kitchen in whatever sizes are needed).

The material you choose for surfaces including counters, backsplashes and floors can also account for variations in price.

Q. What makes a bathroom remodeling more or less expensive?

A: No single element of a bathroom remodeling comprises a significantly larger portion of the costs than other elements. Cabinets are one of the biggest parts of the budget, accounting for 34 percent of costs, on average. So, the type and quality of cabinets you select will affect your total costs.

Not surprisingly, fixtures and fittings account for a high cost percentage in the bathroom. Expense for fixtures and fittings will vary depending on the brand, type of materials, and array of products you select.

In bathrooms, installation accounts for nearly a quarter of the total cost. This is because the installation work in a bathroom tends to be intricate (for example, tile setting). If you’re looking to cut corners, this is probably not the place to do it.

Q: How can I possibly pay for kitchen or bathroom remodeling?

A: Like any major purchase, you should only spend what you can afford to spend. That means setting a budget and sticking to it. If you work with a professional kitchen designer, he’ll help you make the most of it – and he’ll respect the budget you’ve set.

As for payment, there are a number of options. Some homeowners tap into personal savings to get the kitchen of their dreams. Others take out home equity loans. If you’re buying a house and know you’ll need to remodel the kitchen, you may be able to incorporate the costs in your mortgage.

Q: What can I do myself to help cut costs?

A: How much you can or should attempt to do depends on your ability and knowledge of remodeling. We prefer to do all tear out, because we know just how to do it in order to minimize the expense of putting it all back together. However, you can tear out old cabinets if you are careful not to damage walls and beams, take up old vinyl flooring and handle trash removal. You may also want to paint or wallpaper on your own.

You’re better off letting the pros handle plumbing and appliance hook-ups – if you try it on your own, you may violate building codes or invalidate manufacturer warranties. And let a professional installer put your new cabinets in so that they look their best.

Q: What about contracts and orders?

A: Before any work begins on your kitchen or bathroom, we will provide project specifications and a contract. We are bonded and insured. If anything changes mid-project, you will be asked to sign a change order.

Q: What about payment?

A: Like most firms, we will require a percentage (usually 50 percent or so) when you sign the contract, sometimes an additional payment (usually 40 percent or so) when cabinets are delivered or installation begins, and the balance (10 percent or so) when the job is complete.

Q: What is the kitchen “work triangle” and why is it important?

A: The “work triangle” is the kitchen area from the refrigerator to the main cooking area to the main sink. Connect the three and it should form a triangle (unless you have a ‘one-wall’ kitchen). It’s important because at or immediately adjacent to the triangle’s points, all the key kitchen activities – food preparation, cooking and clean up – take place. The work triangle helps to ensure that your kitchen will be functional. It keeps cooking activities centered in one area, with all the necessities close at hand.

Q: Where’s the best place to put a microwave?

A: Like most things about your new kitchen, it will depend on how you and your family use the appliance. From a safety and accessibility standpoint, the microwave should be positioned so that the bottom of the appliance is 24″ to 48″ above the floor. Consult with your designer for the best place to locate it.

Q: What is GFCI and do I need it?

A: GFCI stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters. GFCI monitors the balance of electrical current moving through the circuit. If an imbalance occurs, GFCI cuts off the electricity. Its purpose is to prevent fatal electrical shocks. As you know, water and electricity are a deadly combination. Since both are necessary in kitchens and bathrooms, all switches, sockets, breakers and circuits for those rooms should be GFCI protected for your family’s safety.

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