Use Cabinet Refacing to Boost Your Los Angeles home value

by Allison Millar
Face Your Kitchen Columnist

In Los Angeles' strong housing market, you don't need a full kitchen remodel to boost the value of your home. A more cost effective way to increase your home's value is with kitchen cabinet refacing. You'll get a great look and typically recoup more than you put into the cabinet refacing project. Here's what's involved.

Kitchen Cabinet Refacing Details

Kitchen cabinet refacing involves refacing the cabinet doors and drawers instead of replacing the entire cabinet box. If your Los Angeles kitchen has sturdy cabinets and a good layout, then cabinet refacing is the way to go.

Cabinet Refacing is Quick and Easy

A kitchen remodeling project can take three to six months, while cabinet refacing often is completed within a few days. The cabinet refacing contractors simply come in for a few days and give the cabinets a new look. The result is a bold new look for your kitchen -- and a likely boost in your Los Angeles home value.

Kitchen Cabinet Refacing Cost

The kitchen cabinet refacing cost is a major selling point for Los Angeles home owners. While a full scale kitchen remodel can cost $20,000 to $40,000 or more, cabinet refacing costs a fraction of that. Depending on the size of your Los Angeles kitchen, cabinet refacing might cost around $3,000.

Try Other Projects During Cabinet Refacing

Cabinet refacing is just one way to revamp your kitchen design. When combined with a new kitchen countertop, sink and faucet, the look can be stunning. As you plan a kitchen cabinet refacing project, consider also replacing:

• Kitchen countertops
• Windows and doors
• Flooring
• Sinks and faucets

Kitchen cabinet refacing is a quick and easy way to improve the look and functionality of your kitchen. In Los Angeles' competitive housing market, this is one project that can make your home more marketable -- and valuable when it comes time to sell.

About the Author
Allison E. Beatty is a syndicated real estate writer. She has been a writer of home improvement columns for 15 years. Her articles have appeared in numerous national newspapers and magazines, and on home improvement web sites.