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September 3, 2024 by Philip Trapkin

Is It Worth Remodeling A Kitchen Before Selling?

The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home, a space where families gather, meals are prepared, and memories are made. But is it worth the time, effort, and expense to renovate this central hub before putting your house on the market?

Let’s dive into the factors that can help you make an informed decision.

Importance of Kitchen Renovation

The Importance of Kitchen Renovation

A well-renovated kitchen can significantly impact a potential buyer’s perception of your home. With the rise of open-concept living, the kitchen’s role has expanded, making it a focal point in home design.

Buyers are often willing to pay a premium for a modern, updated kitchen that requires no immediate work.

According to real estate experts, spending about 5-10% of your home’s value on a kitchen remodel can bring a return on investment (ROI) ranging from 52.5% to 71.2%.

However, balancing the renovation cost with the potential increase in your home’s market value is important.

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May 27, 2024 by Philip Trapkin

Kitchen Remodeling: Choosing Between Open and Closed Layout

 

When it comes to kitchen remodels, many homeowners in Atlanta contemplate on whether they should change the layout of their kitchens. After all, redesigning the layout can be exciting due to the idea of having a fully customized kitchen. Yet, it can also be a daunting task, given the amount of work that comes with the decision.

Choose the Best Layout for Your Kitchen Remodeling Project

The choice often boils down to two options: open and closed kitchens. The truth is that both have the potential to be aesthetically pleasing and functional, especially if you work with an experienced kitchen remodeling company. Given this, homeowners should base their decision on their lifestyle and needs when choosing between the two layouts.

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April 30, 2024 by Philip Trapkin

Kitchen Remodel Tips: Which Kitchen Design Style Works Best for Me?

 

Remodeling a kitchen often ranks high on the list of priorities for homeowners stepping into a new phase of their lives, whether they’re moving into a new home or revamping their current one. There’s something incredibly personal and fulfilling about transforming a kitchen space. After all, the kitchen is more than just a place to prepare meals; itโ€™s a gathering spot, a place for conversation, and much more.

Kitchen Remodel Follows a Modern Minimalist Approach to Design

Before you jump into a kitchen remodeling project, however, itโ€™s crucial to understand which design style best suits your wants and needs. Deciding on a particular style early on can guide the selection of fixtures, appliances, and layouts, ensuring a cohesive look that resonates with you. Similarly, identifying the right design style early helps you save time, stress, and money, ultimately leading to a more satisfying and personal kitchen remodel in Atlanta.

With all of this in mind, here are a few design styles you should consider.

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March 28, 2024 by Philip Trapkin

Savvy Kitchen Remodeling Moves for Rental Properties

 

According to analytics website RentCafe, Atlanta is the top rental market to watch in 2024. If youโ€™re a landlord or someone who wants to break into the apartment rental business in the city, this is good news. It does not mean, however, that tenants will automatically start knocking on your doors. You still need to give them a reason to choose your property over others.

Kitchen Remodeling Moves to Make When Renting Out Your Space

One of the best selling points for a rental is a great kitchen. For most potential occupants, itโ€™s a big decision-making factor. So how do you give them this incentive? You can use these kitchen remodeling ideas to help your space stand out.

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February 26, 2024 by Philip Trapkin

Kitchen Remodeling: What to Do So Your Kitchen Never Goes Out of Style

 

For a kitchen remodeling to be worth the investment, you need to get as much or more value from the room either through long-term use or a higher resale price. While itโ€™s tempting to follow current design fads, thereโ€™s always the risk that it will date your kitchen after some time. You donโ€™t want to embark on a renovation project only to feel the need to tear everything down again in five years nor pour money into something that does little to make your home more attractive to prospective buyers.

Stick to the Classics with These Timeless Kitchen Remodeling Ideas

This is precisely why home improvement professionals in Atlanta and nearby areas are quick to suggest classic components to their clients. A kitchen with timeless design choices will never go out of style, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of the space for a longer period.

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Chad Robichaux
August 17, 2026
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Sterling did an amazing job on our bathroom / laundry room renovation. We now have a beautiful space that fits well into our life for years to come!!
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fin mad
February 26, 2026
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Philip and the entire crew are amazing! Very thorough with special attention to detail and nothing short of quality work. They make sure everything is perfect. Would definitely want to use them for future projects. Strongly recommend.
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Kate Hodgins
December 30, 2025
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Philip and the Sterling Works team were wonderful to work with on my bathroom renovation! From the estimate to completing the final punch list, the project went smoothly and stayed on schedule. Philip was at my house daily for the bulk of the project, ensuring that all of the subs were coordinated and completing the project exactly as promised. Any small issues that arose were met with solutions from the experienced team. I highly recommend Sterling Works for your next home renovation!
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Kate Ravin
June 2, 2025
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My husband and I cannot praise Sterling Works highly enough! Philip has assembled and overseen a team of pros who do gorgeous, precise work, turning our cramped, hideous 1970s bathroom and small walk-in closet into the Japandi retreat of our dreams--a room we can age into with confidence. Would we use Sterling Works again? Absolutely! If you're lucky enough to find them free, grab them fast! A+++++++++
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Nicole Zavodnick
May 4, 2025
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Philip was hands down the best contractor from start to finish of a project we could have asked for. His attention to detail and understanding my vision for our kitchen was so easy to communicate. The crew he hires from demo and structural engineering work, to cabinet making to local recommendations for suppliers of appliances, countertops, etc are all top notch. The best part was his timeline and budget were accurate and we had no surprises there. I hope he never retires for my own sake. Most of all, he is an in town local and kept our house and dogs safe while we underwent this huge renovation! Peace of mind while turning a project over was such a relief.
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Sam Burnwall
April 14, 2025
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Sterling Works did an absolutely incredible job giving us the kitchen of our dreams. They werenโ€™t the first business we met with when planning our kitchen renovation, but we knew after meeting with the owner, Phil, that we had found the right company for the job. Phil understood our vision for our kitchen and was really invested in giving us exactly what we wanted. He was the first contractor that we met with that actually had suggestions and gave some of his own ideas that helped us to make some key decisions. As far as timing goes, I know itโ€™s impossible to promise an exact date for a project, but despite the hiccups that come with renovations in a 70+ year old house, they moved swiftly (not too swiftly as to make mistakes) and finished right on time as promised. 10/10 would absolutely work with Sterling Works again and would recommend them to anyone.
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Stephanie Kelly
October 24, 2024
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I am so happy with our our 2nd floor renovation project turned out from Sterling Works. Everyone was wonderful to work with, from the flooring crew who had to pivot when the original plan wasn't going to work, to the carpenter who built our custom vanity and the rest of the crew who did excellent work. They all took our wishes into account, offered suggestions based on their professional expertise, and made sure we were happy with the end results. Our house finally feels more like a home than an apartment and we are thrilled with the results.
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Benjamin Kodish
June 16, 2024
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We recently completed a project with Sterling Works and could not be happier with the experience and outcome. We updated both our kitchen and primary bathroom and they both turned out great. The entire process working with Philip and his team was easy from initial planning to completion. Philipโ€™s team is wonderful. They are all very talented and do meticulous work. Also, they are also extremely friendly and polite. In addition to the great work, they also do the โ€œlittle thingsโ€ like cleaning up the work site at the end of every day, which really does make a huge difference with all of the work taking place in the house. Overall, the project was completed on time and there were no surprises on cost. We would highly recommend Sterling Works and are already considering updating a guest bathroom with them later this year.
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Mark Caridi-Scheible
January 13, 2024
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Had my kitchen completely redone with a lot of special requests and Sterling Works managed it all beautifully. They were extremely professional and all the work was done on time. Philip was so easy to work with and highly responsive, as were all of his crew. The subcontractors he chose were also highly professional and easy to work with. My kitchen turned out stunning, so if you want quality work done on time, these are the guys.
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Erin F
October 28, 2023
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I just finished a kitchen and second room remodel, working with Phil and his crew. I cannot say enough about the process and the results. Phil really helped guide me through the whole remodel process and communicated with me next steps, schedule and the all-important budget. As we came upon a couple of issues and choices, he and his crew were able to offer solutions and options and implement them to perfection. For example, my house is very old so I was terrified of what we would find once we opened the walls. And we did find something โ€“ some of the pipes were split and leaking beneath the house, as well as into the basement. Phil and his crew were able to deal with this new situation almost immediately. Going into this, I also worried about having a whole crew in the house for such a long period of time. His crew is really the best group of guys. But by the time the project was finished I could not imagine, not having them around! They are really good people!!! I cannot overstate that! This whole scary process was so easy and enjoyable due to their knowledge, experience and ingenuity. My remodel is absolute perfection. I definitely recommend Phil and hope to have future projects with them. Sincerely, Erin
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