Here are some kitchen and bathroom renovations mistakes that emerge in home inspections, and if not considered, can cause some issues for you. They are in regards to layout, design and material.
For Kitchen Renovations
1. Improper venting
It’s a good idea to have a vent installed, even though it isn’t a building necessity. However, in Kitchen remodelling Westchester NY, mistakes are commonly made when installing vents. Sometimes they are just terminated in the attic, and surprisingly, it’s a mistake made by many. The vent should go up through the roof or side of the house and outside to avoid major issues in the future.
2. Dishwasher air gap
Another frequently overlooked mistake commonly made is omitting an air gap when installing a new dishwasher. An air gap is really important because it separates the water supply line of the dishwasher and the drain line. This may come in handy in case of a clog. The contaminated water is prevented from shooting back into your dishwasher, which could be a serious sanitary issue.
3. Electrical issues
The third common mistake is electrical, particularly failure to install a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet in the kitchen. These need to be installed within six feet of a place that could get wet, so that’s basically the entire kitchen. You can include one GFCI outlet down the street and back for protection.
For Bathroom Renovations
1. Tile Selection For Renovations
Usually, homeowners choose their tiles based on their look, realizing that the actual material that the tile is made of can affect the longevity of the bathroom. For Example, choosing ceramic tiles over porcelain tiles. They might look quite similar, but porcelain tiles are much denser and more water-resistant than ceramic tiles. They are also more expensive than ceramics and a little harder to cut.
2. Lack of proper lighting
There is often a lack of proper lighting in the bathroom. Usually, people go for the light on the ceiling or top of the vanity mirror. In general, there are three types of lighting;
- Task lighting- used for tasks like doing makeup or shaving beard.
- General lighting- for brightening the area so you can see around and walk comfortably.
- Axial lighting- done for more decor purposes.
If the light comes from above your head, the shadow goes downward and makes your face look tired. The best light for doing your make up or shaving your beard is the light coming from an angle from the sides. Hence, wall scones at the right height will do a better job.
Many of these problems happen because homeowners try to do the work themselves or hire handymen to do the work. To avoid these problems, you should hire professionals or licensed contractors. You can contact us for bathroom remodelling Greenwich Connecticut.
