The Press-Dispatch
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E-4 Fall Home Improvement Wednesday, September 27, 2017 The Press-Dispatch LOW PRICE GUARANTEE We'll beat any competitor's advertised price! OUR SERVICES! PETERSBURG • PRINCETON • JASPER 812-354-6119 visit us online at: www.getreeservice.com • Fully insured for your protection! • Complete Tree Care • 24-Hour Emergency Service Available • Modern Equipment • Small or Large Jobs Monday - Friday 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. PROVIDING SERVICE WITH QUALITY YOU CAN DEPEND ON! TIPS FOR HIRING THE RIGHT COMPANY: • Don't be tempted to hire the first person with a chainsaw. • Check for someone who has professional credentials, is bonded, licensed and insured, with proper equipment. • Ask for a written proposal that details what you want done, and the methods the service will use. • Be sure to ask if the service protects your lawn from rutting, and thoroughly cleans up after the job is finished. • Be wary of anyone who asks for payment up front. 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We Specialize In Storm damage clean-up and we'll handle the insurance paperwork. You pay us nothing until you are paid! WE'VE EXPANDED 24 YEARS OF SERVICE • Financing Available for Homeowners • Insurance Claims NOW OFFERING Tree Replacement and Nursery Services • TREE PLANTING • TREE FERTILIZATION • TREE HEALTHCARE • VEGETATION MANAGEMENT • TREE CONSULTATION MUST-HAVE kitchen remodel features Homeowners looking to renovate often see room for improvement in their kitch- ens and bathrooms. The National Associ- ation of Home Builder's Remodeling Mar- ket Index Survey, which measures condi- tions in the remodeling market, indicates that, in 2015, the two most common remod- eling jobs were bathroom remodels (81 per- cent) and kitchen remodels (79 percent). Ac- cording to HGT V and Statistics Brain, a new kitchen remodel for a kitchen measuring 12 by 12 feet may cost homeowners anywhere from $17,000 to $ 37,000. Before investing so much into their re- modeling projects, homeowners should think carefully about the features that will improve their time spent at home. When planning a kitchen renovation, homeown- ers may want to consider the following up- grades to make the room more enjoyable while improving its functionality. Oversized sink Although high-efficiency dishwashers are popular, deep sinks to soak soup pots or woks are still useful. Deep sinks may be preferable to double sinks, especially for homeowners who use lots of kitchen tools when preparing meals. Bottom's up People likely spend more time raiding the refrigerator than the freezer on any giv- en day. Rather than having to bend down to seek out that favorite flavor of Greek yo- gurt, choose a model with the fridge on top and freezer on the bottom, especially if any- one in the household has mobility issues. When shopping for refrigerators, French- door style units may offer even more access, making it easy for homeowners to slide fruit trays, sheet cakes and other large items in- to the fridge. Foot-pedal water operation When outfitting a sink, think about foot controls, which are popular in doctors' of- fices and hospitals. Turning on the water with the tap of a foot can reduce the trans- fer of pathogens to faucets from hands dur- ing food preparation. These pedals also free up hands for other tasks. Soft-closing hinges When replacing cabinets (or just the hard- ware), consider installing soft-closing hing- es and slides on doors and drawers. These devices eliminate slamming and caught fingers, reducing noise and injuries in the kitchen. Extra lighting A kitchen should be a balance of form and function. A combination of overhead light- ing, decorative lighting and task lighting can illuminate all areas of the space effectively. Appliance garages Architectural and design resource Houzz says that appliance garages are popular kitchen additions, too. Set at countertop lev- el, these cabinets allow people to keep small appliances plugged in but tucked neatly be- hind closed doors. Kitchen remodels are a sizable invest- ment, and renovations can be customized to make the kitchen more hospitable for all in residence. Did you know? According to a survey of its users, the home improvement resource HomeAdvisor found that the average kitchen remodeling project took six weeks to complete. While some homeowners might be turned off by the prospect of having little or no access to their kitchens for more than a month, Ho- meAdvisor warns that the length of time it takes to complete a kitchen remodeling proj- ect depends on a host of factors, including the scope of the project. Some homeowners reported to HomeAd- visor that their projects lasted for several months, though those projects required ex- tensive work, including moving walls and rearranging plumbing. Others who only re- placed the flooring and countertops in their kitchens were back in business in just three weeks. Homeowners should always receive a pro- jected completion date when soliciting esti- mates from contractors. But it's also impor- tant that homeowners plan for unforeseen problems that may arise during the project, thereby extending the length of time neces- sary to complete it.