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JUNE 2013 HOMES PLUS 8 Designers work with clients every step of the way to create dream spaces Kitchens, baths most common remodels By Jody L. Mayers SPECIAL TO HOMES PLUS WAUKESHA – Kenneth Connor, owner at Connor Remodeling and Design in Menomonee Falls, said when it comes to remodeling and design projects he has been getting more calls for bathrooms and kitchen than any other type of project for the home. "Some are master baths and others are guest or kids bathrooms," he said. "People generally choose us because they feel comfortable with us because of our experience, referrals and low-pressure professional approach." Connor said typically customers would visit a remodeling or home improvement show in the area, which prompts a lot of interest in following through with a design project. "We educate our clients about how we work and how we want them to interact with our team," he said. "In order to know how to meet their needs we ask lots of good questions." On average, Connor said bath and kitchen remodels return on investment are between 50 and 70 percent. Connor explained that a majority of his clients are staying in their homes long-term, which not only provides a good return on investment but they're living better and more comfortably in their homes. "How can you put a price on feeling good every time they use the space?" he said. "Value is cost or a feeling." While remodeling budgets can vary drastically, Connor said on average people should expect to put aside $10,000 for a small bathroom remodel and around $35,000 and up for master bathrooms. Connor said kitchens usually start around $30,000 and go up depending on the size, materials used and if there needs to be structural changes. "Typically in our process, we try our very best to limit potential unforeseeable expenses through our process," he said. "If we have a general idea of a potential unforeseen cost we will provide a preliminary cost so there are no big surprise. We TRUCKLOAD SALE on Garage Doors & Door Openers Special! - Take down and haul away old door for FREE! 16x7 Installed NOW $ $ SAVE 835 240 • Two-Sided Pre-Finished Galvanized Steel • R-10 Insulated • 5 colors to choose from Tax Included • Lifetime Warranty • Other Sizes Available • 2000 Garage Doors in Stock 16'x7', 25 Gauge . . Non Insulated Steel $ 685 ORDER A LIFTMASTER 1/2 HP GARAGE DOOR OPENER & GET 2 REMOTES & KEYPAD. 320 $ Model 3265 Full Year Warranty, parts and service on installed operators. Installed Tax Included Lifetime Motor Warranty WHY PAY MORE? "CALL LIFETIME DOOR!" work to inform our clients at every step." Connor said small bathrooms could be designed in approximately four to six hours, while a master bathroom can take eight hours or more to create a new space. To facilitate the process, Connor suggests clients should gather pictures and document information about what CLEARANCE SALE Selected displays on sale! Great for Basements & Rec Rooms! All in-stock cabinets on sale! Get this green and gold display for only $1,795, includes the granite top and sink!! We Beat All Big Box Stores and all Competitors | Visit Our Showroom By Appointment Kitchens | Baths | Dens | Cabins | Offices | Rec Rooms Work With Experienced Design Professionals 262-783-4004 Free Estimate Mon. - Fri. 7am-5pm • Sat. 8am-12pm • www.lifetimedoor.net See DESIGN/Page 9 SAVE BIG! (2 blocks N. of Burleigh, enter off 124th St. only) Door Co. they like and don't like about the space they're planning to remodel. As far as design fees, Connor said depending on the project, clients can expect to pay several hundred dollars up to several thousand. Cabinetry for Every Room, Every Budget! 12645 W. Townsend Lifetime 229960003 Photos courtesy of Lake Country Remodeling 1005 Richards Road, Hartland | 262.367.9439 "We Specialize in Cabinetry" 232478002 www.kitchencreators.com