Home Remodeling More Popular than Homebuying

More people are now remodeling their homes instead of buying a new residence. HouseingPredictor.com reported last week. The recession knocked down home values, but homeowners are getting some of that back with renovating rooms and other areas in their homes.

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A new remodeling trend has emerged as a result, with bathrooms and kitchens being the two areas of a home that receive the largest number of upgrades. Homeowners are also opting for more hot tubs, exercise pools, art rooms, yoga studios, dog spas and wine tasting rooms to add to homes.

Another survey by the National Association of Homebuilders released just a week ago also shows home remodeling projects have increased over 2010. Almost half of contractors report seeing an increase in the number of homeowners who undertake remodels to avoid moving compared to 2010. Kitchen and bathroom projects are up 17% over two years ago, with bathroom remodels cited as the most common job by 78% of those surveyed.

If you're one of those who want to stay in your Twin Cities home, but are running out of room, get in touch with Minneapolis home remodeling company Dean Johnson Remodeling by visiting www.DeanJohnsonRemodeling.com. 

Most Popular Home Remodeling Projects

If you had to guess which type of home remodeling project is the most popular among Minneapolis homeowners, what would your guess be? Bedroom? Kitchen? Bathroom? If you said bathroom, you nailed it right on the head.

The National Association of Home Builders' Remodeling Market Index survey found that bathroom remodeling was the most common remodeling job in 2011, taking 78% among companies who completed remodeling jobs. Kitchen remodeling, which led the way for quite some time, came in second at 69%.

Other big projects that homeowners are finding important are window and door replacements, as well as projects that repair damaged parts of the property.

If your home is in need of a change, talk with Dean Johnson Remodeling. We're a trusted leader in the Minneapolis home remodeling industry, and have been serving the region for over 35 years. Get in touch with us today at (763) 479-4820.

Home Remodeling on a Budget

Home remodeling doesn't always have to be an expensive proposition. There are a few projects that can work for those on a limited budget. Even though these home remodeling projects are low on the dollar side of things, they still deliver an upgraded look to your home.

Give your cabinets a new look. Add some new trim to these very important parts of your kitchen, and consider a fresh coat of paint, too. Another way to change up the look of your cabinets is to add new knobs or handles.

Add new lighting.
Some newer, brighter lighting can definitely give any room a new look. The best part -- lighting is relatively inexpensive compared to other types of remodeling projects you could start on.

Spice up your floor. Sometimes, the way to really transform an area isn't to add anything to the walls or the ceilings, but to remember the part you're standing on -- the floor. Adding an oriental rug or another type of area rug can sometimes be all the change you need.

Want to talk more about transforming your home? Call the Minneapolis home remodeling company that residents in the Twin Cities area have trusted for years -- Dean Johnson Remodeling.

3 Kitchen Remodeling Tips

The kitchen is one of the more frequented rooms in a home, and rightfully so. It's where all of the meals are prepared, and, in some cases, where they're eaten, too. That's why some homeowners place a great deal of importance on the kitchen in terms of Minneapolis home remodeling priorities. If you're going to spend so much time in one room, after all, you might as well have it designed the way you want.

If you're looking to upgrade your kitchen and add some of your own ideas to the mix, here are three tips to keep in mind.

Sink location.
It's best to keep your sink in between your refrigerator and your burners/oven, since it is the most-used appliance out of the three. Having it in a central location will help you shave a few seconds off of regular food preparation tasks, which can add up over time.

Cabinet space.
It's a good idea, for storage purposes, to include a minimum of 10 linear feet of cabinets -- both upper cabinets and lower cabinets.

Pull-out storage.
Consider changing out your plans for reach-in cabinets, instead opting for pull-out drawer storage. These types of drawers are much more convenient to use and don't require you to bend down as much.

We hope you've found these tips to be helpful! If you're ready to get started on a home remodeling project for your Minneapolis home, get in touch with Dean Johnson Remodeling today at (763) 479-4820.