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Renovating your kitchen is a big investment, so it’s easy to be tempted into doing it yourself, especially if it means you’ll save a bit of hard earned cash. However, before you dive in head first, there are some things to consider that may help shed a bit of light on just how complex a kitchen renovation can be.
1) Lack of Expertise.
Many people underestimate the expertise needed for structural changes, plumbing and electrical work. Mistakes in these areas could not only cost you a lot of money in the long run, but they also pose a huge risk to the integrity of your home.
2) Time Commitment
Renovations often take much longer than expected. Juggling work, family, and a kitchen renovation can be overwhelming, leading to prolonged inconvenience and an unfinished project.
3) Higher Long-term Costs
It’s easy to assume you’ll save money on a DIY kitchen but you’ll often end up overspending on supplies, tools, and fixing mistakes. Low-cost materials can also wear out faster, requiring frequent repairs.
4) Design Limitations
Without a solid design plan, a DIY kitchen can end up with mismatched finishes, poor lighting, or inefficient layouts. DIYers often miss out on maximizing storage and functionality, too.
5) Stress and Frustration
Kitchen renovations are complex and stressful, requiring a lot of planning and decision-making which can often lead to frustration and feeling burnt out.
6) Quality and Durability
DIY kitchens can lack the polish and durability of a professionally installed kitchen, leading to early wear and a less attractive finish.
7) Warranty and Follow-Up
DIY projects generally don’t come with warranties, so if anything goes wrong, it’s entirely on the homeowner.
We provide custom-made kitchens designed to fit your space beautifully, whereas DIY kitchens are only made in a few standard sizes for you to pick from. Our kitchens are made in our Christchurch workshop and are delivered ready to install by our team of professionals - a DIY kitchen arrives flat packed, requiring you to figure it out and assemble.
And the biggest eyeopener of all?
There isn't much difference in the price, either.
Don't let your DIY kitchen become a DNF kitchen.
Trust in Evoke to get it done, and get it done beautifully.
Call us today.