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We did get some upgrades through the builder. However, we didn't get a backsplash-we will do that down the road.
I want to get a pot filler faucet. Is this hard to do? Who do I call to do it? a plumber? Anyone know the cost?
I also want undercabinet lighting? Do I call an electrician? Cost?
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Feb 12th, 2011 04:14 PM #1
doing kitchen upgrades after closing
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Feb 12th, 2011 04:18 PM #2
in exact order:
Yes, a plumber, yes, no idea but get a few quotes.
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Feb 12th, 2011 04:27 PM #3
Time to call renovators/tradesmen and get quotes. Will it be cheaper than getting it done by the builder? For sure but, it will take some time and make some mess.
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Feb 12th, 2011 04:36 PM #4These are pretty simple things and not big involved projects.
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Feb 12th, 2011 05:49 PM #5Famous last words LOL. Originally Posted by AANJ
Lots of folks on this forum thought the same thing. Happy reno.
Oh and you may as well add your other post regarding crown molding and pot lights to this one. Why make two posts about post purchase renos?
Something you may wish to think about, will your post purchase pot lights and added electrical do anything to your builders new home warranty? I would think about permits and licensed electricians or other labour to ensure there is no possibility of voiding anything.Last edited by Pete_Coach; Feb 12th, 2011 at 05:55 PM.
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Feb 12th, 2011 06:03 PM #6You sound bitter. Originally Posted by Pete_Coach
The 2 post are not really related-If I feel like making different posts, then I will do as I choose.
I have had these things done before (in a different city). It's nowhere near the big deal you make it sound like.
It's not something I would even call a reno.
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Feb 12th, 2011 07:21 PM #7Moderator
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Spoken like someone that really doesn't know much. The pot filler faucet could indeed be a major PITA depending on your plumbing layout. At the very least, the wall behind your stove is coming out. At the worst, a whole lot more. I sure hope it's not an outside wall either. This really is one of those things that would have been better done by the builder... Originally Posted by AANJ
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Feb 12th, 2011 08:22 PM #8I could still have the builder do. No, its not an exterior wall. Originally Posted by CSK'sMom
Whatever, its not a must have for me.
I already spent way too much through the builder, it's crazy. BUT to me, the kitchen is the place to go all out. Reply With Quote
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Feb 13th, 2011 10:13 AM #9Why would you say that? Originally Posted by AANJ
Just because I said that you have two posts about getting something done after you move into your house? Or, because I said you may wish to consider something that may affect your warranty? The posts are very much related. I mean, in your other post you have over 90 views and no responses yet. Both deal with after closing work you wish to do.
My comments were both said to you in good faith and to give you something to think about. If you read some kind of other meaning I suggest you mellow out.
A renovation is something done after the fact. Since you are going to take delivery of your house and then alter it or add to it, that is considered a renovation. http://www.thefreedictionary.com/renovation
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Feb 13th, 2011 10:24 AM #10It's the tone of your post. I chose to do 2 different posts-DEAL with it. Originally Posted by Pete_Coach
Why would you say that?
Just because I said that you have two posts about getting something done after you move into your house? Or, because I said you may wish to consider something that may affect your warranty? The posts are very much related. I mean, in your other post you have over 90 views and no responses yet. Both deal with after closing work you wish to do.
My comments were both said to you in good faith and to give you something to think about. If you read some kind of other meaning I suggest you mellow out.
A renovation is something done after the fact. Since you are going to take delivery of your house and then alter it or add to it, that is considered a renovation. http://www.thefreedictionary.com/renovation
Getting crown moulding for example is not what people call a renovation in daily life. Reply With Quote
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Feb 13th, 2011 11:05 AM #11so do you consider a backsplash a significant renovation? Originally Posted by AANJ
Pete_Coach is actually a very helpful member on RFD.. he has helped me and many others out in the past with questions so your issue with his 'tone' makes no sense since his original comments about famous last words are true... Many people do their homework and still end up scammed by contractors. If you think that your too smart to get scammed by a contractor but need a plumber to install a tap... then you better make your you check everything twice. Good luck on your reno's Reply With Quote
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Feb 13th, 2011 02:46 PM #12Sorry about the tone with which you read a post. I cannot control that. Perhaps you should just take it for what it is worth as opposed to trying to make it something it is not? Originally Posted by AANJ
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Feb 13th, 2011 06:23 PM #13No, I absolutely do not consider a backsplash a significant reno. Originally Posted by peelhic
I prefer to hire most things out myself, I think everything is best done by thos who specialize in that particular thing.
Edited to add: we had a mosaic type backsplash done at our last home. It was done in a day. We also got granite countertops installed-again this was simple. We had moulding done-in a day -no problem. Same with the deck-that took longer though. We had our front door replaced to a custom glass front door. No probs.
We did numerous things-not once did we encounter problems.Last edited by AANJ; Feb 13th, 2011 at 06:28 PM.
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Feb 13th, 2011 06:24 PM #14Maybe, I did read read your tone wrong. I just dont see why you care whether I had one or two posts. Seems nitpicky. Originally Posted by Pete_Coach
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Feb 13th, 2011 07:58 PM #15Tiling + plumbing + electrical + $ 2000 Originally Posted by AANJ
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