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Installation
As a full-service kitchen dealer, Kitchen Expo also offers expert cabinet installation. While some of our customers handle the installation themselves, and others use their
own contractor, many of our customers enjoy "one stop shopping" preferring to have Kitchen Expo provide installation. This is an option you may want to consider. However you choose to install your new kitchen cabinets, careful planning and preparation are a must! And,
of course, no matter what your preference, Kitchen Expo will be there to guide you every step of the way.
The following installation options are available:
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Premium Installation
Kitchen Expo facilitates the installation of your cabinetry and countertops through its own contracting resources. Estimates are provided for installation and merchandise. Once approved, contractor proceeds with the installation.
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Shared Resource:
Kitchen Expo provides you with a list of independent quality contractors. These contractors do business with Kitchen Expo but are not otherwise affiliated with Kitchen Expo. You choose a contractor and purchase only the merchandise from Kitchen Expo.
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Product Only:
You buy only merchandise from Kitchen Expo and use your own contractor for installation.
Construction:
What to Expect. Your kitchen remodeling process will be hectic but rewarding as you see your dream kitchen take shape after all your planning. To minimize uncertainty, it helps to be able to anticipate the steps and approximate duration of the process. The sample schedule below is a good rule of thumb for a remodeling project of average scope. It is not definitive, of course, since every job is unique. But essentially, the process usually takes place in this order, with this number of days usually required for each step:
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0-5
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Framing
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If larger job, add more days
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0-2
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Rough Plumb & Electric
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If larger job, add more days
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0-2
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Drywall
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If no new walls, eliminate this step
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1-2
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Cabinets
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Dependent on timely coordination & delivery
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0-1
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Countertops
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Dependent on timely coordination & delivery
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0-2
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Finish Trim
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Dependent on timely coordination & delivery
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1
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Painting
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1
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Flooring
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If hardwood, may be installed prior to cabinets
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0-1
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Install Appliances
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1
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Finish Plumbing
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