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Improved Confidence and Factory Direct Cabinetry Make Spring 2010 the Perfect Time for Kitchen Remodeling!

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If you’re a home improvement professional, you have probably noticed over the last several years that a significant percentage of homeowners decided to sit and wait to commence with their kitchen remodeling project. Finally, their confidence is returning as they discover tremendous opportunities like factory direct cabinetry online at Webinetry.com, an improving economic situation, and talented home improvement professionals anxious to work with them on their projects.

Recent studies seem to indicate we may start seeing the so-called pent-up demand start to accelerate. In a fine home building article, The Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University was cited as saying that home-improvement and remodeling is looking up for 2010 and spending nationwide “is likely to reach a cyclical bottom in the current quarter and steadily increase through 2010.

Americans are choosing to remain in their homes longer and instead of moving, they are looking for affordable ways to improve their standard of living right where they are. Together with first time home owners who are estimated to begin making desired remodeling updates, a remodeling boom looks to be on the horizon this year.

To support this boom, a quality kitchen remodel is still one of the wisest investments that a homeowner can make as the average homeowner will realize a great return on their investment with past studies realizing 82 cents for each dollar of investment. When you follow this rationale, 18% is a much easier amount to invest for years of use and enjoyment in return. In fact, our experience at Crossroads is that some of our customers who upgraded their kitchen to help sell their homes initially, loved their kitchen so much that they changed their mind about moving.

How can a home improvement professional stand out from the competition and service this new demand? Start by getting the edge in product quality and price by joining the CPN Network and representing the finest in contemporary and traditional cabinetry at factory direct pricing. Then, simply deliver a superior customer experience by exceeding the expectations of each and every customer. This begins by being prepared and understanding the goals of the customer.  A great example of understanding the customer was referenced in another article, 'Remodeling on the Mend', Donna Shirey, a remodeler in Issaquah, Wash., was quoted saying that homeowners are chiefly looking for two things: value and comfort. A great place to begin is to discover the reasons your customer is looking to remodel their kitchen such as:

• Upgrading to newer, traditional or contemporary modern cabinets
• Designing an island and/or granite countertops
• Updating outdated appliances, such as dishwashers and     microwave
• New flooring such as natural stone, porcelain or hardwood
• Creating a floor plan that's customized for thier lifestyle
• Increasing the resale value of thier home

Another value you can provide is by being a trusted resource for accurate information. Here are a number of links and resources that I have collected that can help your clients make the right remodeling decisions on kitchen product selections.

• Tips for Designing Your Dream Kitchen
• NAHB Guide to Remodeling
• Classifications of Kitchen Cabinets: Where to Buy Cabinets
• Tile and Granite Countertop Information
• Flooring Buyer Guide
• Kitchen Appliance Reviews


What other sites or resources would you add to this list that you rely on?

Crossroads Custom Cabinetry redefines the U.S. cabinet industry by making premium quality, custom cabinetry widely available at greatly reduced prices. Webinetry.com is a completely new portal for the way today's American consumer can research, preview, budget, and finalize their cabinet purchasing decisions. With our professional network, home improvement professionals enjoy a flow of free qualified sales leads, member pricing and innovative sales support tools that are designed to achieve an optimal selection process with the homeowner.