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What to Avoid When Kitchen Refacing in Mesa, Part 2

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Don’t overlook the possibility of doing your project in stages. Do areas at a time while considering efficiency and aesthetics. Don’t choose a kitchen refacing in Arizona company or a product that does not fit your needs or achieve your goals just because it is affordable. Doing a project in stages can make it affordable and allow you to get the project and the product that you have always dreamed of.

Before choosing a company for kitchen refacing in Mesa, contact the Registrar of Contractor (www.azroc.gov; 1-888-271-9286) and the Better Business Bureau (www.phoenixbbb.org; 602-264-1721) and do a thorough check of the kitchen refacing in Mesa company. Call customer references and ask pointed questions about the quality of the installation from job preparation to measurement to the clean up and finishing touches.

Try never to use any company who subcontracts labor. Remember, subcontractors get paid by the volume of cabinets they install. Few companies pay their sub to do better quality work. Therefore, getting in and out quickly is the main goal of a subcontractor. Work with a kitchen refacing in Mesa company who hires and trains its own personnel. Installations and the people who do the work should be judged and rewarded on the quality of the work they do and the level of customer satisfaction. Make certain that a company has the operational staff and management to support your goals and installation needs. The same person doing measuring, ordering, expediting, scheduling, project management and service work will never offer the operational support that you need and deserve.

For more information about kitchen refacing in Mesa, contact Republic West.

What to Avoid When Kitchen Refacing in Arizona, Part 1

Monday, August 30th, 2010

Our goal for this post is to provide practical advice for avoiding mistakes when kitchen refacing in Arizona. “Bargain” products are offered by “bargain” companies. Their strategy is to offer cheap products at a cheap price. They’re easy to spot: one cabinet line with one refacing option. And, of course, one size fits all.

To protect yourself, ask for a warranty and a guarantee when kitchen refacing in Arizona. Then carefully read between the lines. Does the kitchen refacing in Arizona warranty cover what it takes to replace a product in the event of failure? Who pays the labor cost for replacement? Next, check the companies’ financial stability. There’s no value in a warranty if the company offering it has no assets.

Sometimes a bad experience with a disreputable vendor can tarnish a good idea. With kitchen refacing in Arizona, you don’t want to compromise by using bargain, off the shelf models. Hands down, a custom-designed cabinet will outperform a generic commodity design. We can show you test after test that proves it.

Taking the time to carefully evaluate different cabinets, finish options and kitchen refacing in Phoenix companies pays handsome dividends in the end – both in savings and in improved quality. Regardless of the price, it’s no bargain if it doesn’t work for you.

The payback is attractive. You love the cabinets. So why delay? Most people who delay kitchen refacing in Arizona do so for financial reasons. But the truth is, you can’t put a value on your families comfort and your families’ safety. It is difficult to do, but clearly there is an economic value to achieving the goals of your project.

For more information about kitchen refacing in Arizona, contact Republic West.

Choosing the Right Team For Kitchen Cabinet Refacing in Arizona, Part 2

Friday, August 27th, 2010

The following are tips for choosing the right team for your kitchen cabinet refacing in Arizona:

1. In addition to the role of supplier of products and services, a good kitchen cabinet refacing in Arizona company is a design consultant to you. Determine the salesman’s level of professionalism and knowledge and their desire to be a part of your team. Don’t work with sales people who are there to find the quickest route to the easiest sale.

2. Look carefully at the name on the business card you’ve been handed. Call the local registrar of contractors and the Better Business Bureau and see how many complaints the kitchen cabinet refacing in Arizona company has had. Remember: Customers usually will not file a complaint if their concerns were handled properly, efficiently and on a timely basis. Make sure you take into account the volume of work a company does. It is likely that a company that does a lot of work will have some complaints, warranted or not, compared to a very small company doing only a few jobs a month.

3. Ask the companies about their financial credentials. Can they stand behind their warranty? Are they professional and knowledgeable about cabinet refacing in Arizona? Can they provide service in a timely manner? Do they use subcontractors to do the installation? Do they have a reference list of at least three customers in your immediate area with addresses and phone numbers that they have completed in the past month? Be certain to verify references.

4. You will want to avoid companies that rely on high-pressure sales techniques to sell you their refacing. They spend more time telling you why not to buy someone else’s product than coming up with compelling reasons to buy from them.

5. Make sure they have a business address. Anyone can print a business card, carry a couple of samples and present themselves as a viable kitchen cabinet refacing in Arizona company.

6. Finally, if you choose a quality vendor, you will get plenty of help avoiding the other costly mistakes in your cabinet refacing in Arizona project.

For more information about kitchen cabinet refacing in Arizona, contact Republic West.

Choosing the Right Team For Kitchen Cabinet Refacing in Scottsdale, Part 1

Wednesday, August 25th, 2010

Our goal for this post is to provide practical advice for avoiding mistakes when kitchen cabinet refacing in Scottsdale. Based on what we have learned after hundreds of installations, you will get pointers on how to identify some of the inherent dangers in these cabinet refacing in Scottsdale projects and, of course, how to avoid them. Not surprisingly, we have provided this advice as much for your protection as ours. Unfortunately, the contracting business seems to attract some unethical companies. The sad truth is that people have been exploited by fast talking salespeople interested more in making a fast profit than providing a quality product and service. If you follow these guidelines, we’re confident that you will be pleased with the results, no matter which company you choose to do your project.

This is the most important decision you will make when kitchen cabinet refacing in Scottsdale. Do not believe everything you hear. Disreputable companies count on the fact that you will hire them without scrutinizing the details. The smartest way to avoid this problem is by thoroughly checking out the company and making sure that they are knowledgeable in all aspects of the cabinet refacing project including design, manufacturing, installation, service, product guarantees and financial viability. Look for a company that is focused not only on quality materials and workmanship, but making sure that your experience is a good one. A quality end result is a company’s ticket in the door for consideration, not a reason to be selected.

For more information about kitchen cabinet refacing in Scottsdale, contact Republic West.

Phoenix Home Remodeling Company Honored with Numerous Awards

Sunday, August 1st, 2010

At Republic West, we are in the “promises kept” business. Recognition and winning awards definitely lends credibility to our organization, but most importantly, it gives you a sense of security that you are choosing a Phoenix home remodeling company you can trust to follow through on the promises that are made. The majority of the honors we have received over the years are for the way we run our business and that is a huge reward for you! This means that the community recognizes and supports the idea that Republic West really is as good as they claim they are!

Republic West has been honored with awards such as: “Top Metro Leader” and “Top 500 Remodelers” by Qualified Remodeler, multiple Better Business Bureau Ethic Awards as well as a number of Arizona Home Improvement Contractor of the year awards from the National Association of Remodeling Industry and many more.

Republic West’s dedication to exception workmanship and service has allowed us to be honored numerous times by a number of different sources and these awards are a testament to the superior work of every aspect of our home remodeling team.

For more information about our Phoenix home remodeling company, contact Republic West.

Scottsdale Home Remodeling Company Offers Discounts

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Scottsdale home remodeling company, Republic West, will be offer the following discounts on their already great prices until July 31, 2010.

Windows: We’ll match your 2010 Federal Tax Credit on Republic West windows with PROtecTM glass (up to $1,500!)

This July – We will match your 2010 Federal Tax Credit on Republic West windows with PROtecTM glass (up to $1,500!)

Energy efficient windows and doors offer an unprecedented opportunity to increase the value of your home and enhance its beauty, while reducing your expenses. With summer fast approaching – now’s a great time to not only keep your energy costs down, but also take advantage of

Offer valid on all PROtecTM vinyl and fiberglass window products. May not be combined with other coupons, discounts or previous purchases. Expires July 31, 2010

Refacing: HUGE Spring Sale- manufacturers overstock of Premium cabinetry saves you up to 40% over 2009 prices

Reface your cabinets this July, and save up to 40% over 2009 prices! While supplies last!

Does your kitchen need a facelift? Tired of your old cabinets? Is that finish dated and wearing off in spots? If you like the way your kitchen is set up but want a beautiful new look, you don’t have to tear out your whole kitchen and replace it with new cabinets. Try cabinet refacing. It’s a less expensive option that still offers the same result: a new kitchen.

May not be combined with other coupons, discounts or previous purchases. Expires July 31, 2010

Remodeling: FREE Interior Design Service with the purchase of any remodeling project!

FREE interior design service with the purchase of any remodeling project (4 hours to help you with colors, material selection, tile and tile layout. Unused hours have no monetary value)

Offer valid with full kitchen, room additions, bath or interior remodel. May not be combined with other coupons, discounts or previous purchases. Expires July 31, 2010

For more information about our Scottsdale home remodeling company, contact Republic West.

Benefits of Cabinet Refacing in Arizona, Part 2

Monday, July 26th, 2010

Cabinet refacing in Arizona can make an astonishing impact in your day-to-day quality of life.  Whether you’re tired of the issues of an old house or looking forward to putting your personal stamp on a new one… interested in saving money over the long-term through efficiency or making money on resale value… the reasons for remodeling are as diverse as the homes in which we live.

Choosing an Arizona Cabinet Refacing Contractor
This segment of the article will provide important information on how to choose a Arizona cabinet refacing contractor. Contractors should offer the following:

  • New custom made cabinet doors and European style concealed hinges
  • New dovetail wood drawer boxes and drawer guides
  • Every single component of your cabinet should be brand new (except for the interior).  This includes custom-sized doors, drawer fronts, drawer boxes, glides, hinges and matching wood facing on the cabinet boxes.  Most companies do not include drawer boxes as a standard, nor do they flush out the bottom of the wall cabinets to match the rest of the kitchen.
  • An Arizona cabinet refacing contractor should repair any damaged cabinet frames prior to refacing, removing any defects from your “new” kitchen.
  • An Arizona cabinet refacing contractor should allow you the option to add cabinetry, kitchen islands, moldings, built-in appliances and more.  Custom refacing means that you get the changes you want to make to your existing layout.
  • Finally, a Scottsdale cabinet refacing contractor should allow you to work with one foreman who will be responsible for the job from start to finish, every single day.  This greatly reduces downtime and the stopping-and-starting associated with most projects that are managed by many.

For more information about cabinet refacing in Arizona, contact Republic West.

Benefits of Cabinet Refacing in Phoenix, Part 1

Sunday, July 25th, 2010

This post will discuss the benefits of cabinet refacing in Phoenix as well as provide information on how to choose a cabinet refacing contractor. Cabinet refacing is the most economical way to update your kitchen and there are many benefits to choosing the proper cabinet refacing contractor.

Does your kitchen need a facelift? Tired of your old cabinets? Is that finish dated and wearing off in spots? If you like the way your kitchen is set up but want a beautiful new look, you don’t have to tear out your whole kitchen and replace it with new cabinets. Try cabinet refacing in Phoenix.  It’s a less expensive option that still offers the same result: a new kitchen.

Cabinet refacing in Phoenix is the most economical way to upgrade and update your kitchen. Typically, it involves replacing your cabinet doors and drawer fronts, and refacing your cabinet faces with veneer, solid wood or laminate to match the door style you choose. The entire job can be completed in a few days, and with the huge assortment of accessories (storage and hardware), you can have a beautiful new kitchen that’s more customized to your needs.

A cabinet refacing contractor knows that you want the best cabinet refacing services for a large selection of cabinets that offer the best in durability, sustainability and beauty. You can select from many different styles and colors of woods and laminates. You will get all new custom made cabinet doors and hinges, new dovetail wood drawer boxes and drawer glides and every exposed surface will be beautifully faced with materials to match your cabinet door selection. If you’d like new counter tops, you can choose from a huge selection of granite, engineered stone, solid surface or laminate.

For more information about cabinet refacing in Phoenix, contact Republic West.

Arizona Home Improvement Contractors offer T.O.P. Assurance

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

Are you thinking about hiring an Arizona home improvement contractor?  Worried about a warranty?  Republic West is Arizona’s leading home improvement contractor because we provide our clients with T.O.P. Assurance.

Arizona Home Improvement Contractors, Republic West hires, trains and staffs best-of-class operational management, customer service personnel, division administrators, design and sales staff, and senior and apprentice foremen ensuring that for every project, “service” does not become a byword.

“T.O.P. Assurance” stands for our Thorough Operational Process, a 3-phase, trackable system designed to create synergy before, during and after your home improvement project.

Republic West also operates under the National Association of the Remodeling Industry Code of Ethics.  Each member of NARI is pledged to observe the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and responsibility in the conduct of business by:

  • Promoting only those products and services which are functionally and economically sound, and which are consistent with objective standards of health and safety
  • Making all advertising and sales promotion factually accurate with respect to product description, performance specification, and cost/benefit analysis, and by avoiding practices that tend to mislead or deceive the customer with respect to competitive pricing, savings claims, or the nature and significance of contracts, warranties, finance agreements, completion certifications, lien wavers, or liability and workers’ compensation insurance
  • Writing all contracts and warranties such that they are fair and mutually beneficial to all parties concerned, such that they are free of ambiguities or omissions which tend to obscure contractual obligations, and such that warranty terms and provisions are free of the capacity to mislead or deceive the customer as to quality or longevity of the product of service
  • Honoring all contractual obligations until and unless they are altered or dissolved by the mutual consent of all contractual parties concerned, and by fulfilling those obligations in a reasonably prompt manner that is fair to all parties concerned
  • Promptly acknowledging and acting on all customer complaints, and, in situations where complaints appear unreasonable and persistent, by encouraging the customer to initiate an approved third party dispute settlement mechanism
  • Refraining from any act intended to restrain or suppress competition, and to thereby promote the private enterprise system and its guarantee of equal rights for all

For more information about Arizona home improvement contractors, contact Republic West.

Choosing a Kitchen Cabinets Refacing Contractor, Part 2

Thursday, July 22nd, 2010

In part 1 of this post we discussed why kitchen cabinets refacing is easy, cost-effective and can be done quickly if you choose the right kitchen cabinets refacing contractor.

Ask about their license and any organization that the contractor belongs to, such as the Better Business Bureau. Also ask if they have testimonials from other kitchen cabinet refacing customers. Then check out their Web site and make sure they are who they say they are.

Experience counts. Find out how long the company has been in business. Not that a new contractor cannot be good, but they will have to convince you why their work is superior to their competitors and why they can handle the challenges that may arise.

Finally, invite them to your home to look over your kitchen cabinet refacing project and offer solutions. Observe them while they examine your home and consider if they seem knowledgeable and trustworthy. Find out what types of products they use.  For instance, do they order unfinished doors and finish them in house or do they order from a company who uses state of the art equipment to finish and catalyse the finish so it will look like furniture.  Make sure you discuss exactly what the finished kitchen should look like so there is no miscommunication. If they seem knowledgeable and trustworthy you may want to consider moving forward with your kitchen cabinet refacing project.

If you do not feel comfortable with the contractor at this stage you should continue looking. Professionals answer questions and return phone calls even if it means they have to do a little more work, these are the type of kitchen cabinet refacing contractors you want working for you. This contractor will be in your home for a number of intense days so you want to find someone you trust, is knowledgeable and you get along with to help you through this process. If you choose the right contractor you will be breathing easy and enjoying your new stylish cabinets in a short amount of time.

For more information about kitchen cabinets refacing, contact Republic West.

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