Resurfacing Versus Replacing

If you have some old or outdated surfaces in your kitchen or bathroom, you have some options to consider before giving in and completely replacing these surfaces. When homeowners begin planning out a bathroom or kitchen upgrade or remodel, they are usually trying to make the most out of their budget with each and every task. If you would like to update your home in an affordable manner, then we recommend considering resurfacing. Here we will discuss some of hidden costs of replacing and some benefits of resurfacing.

Hidden Costs of Bathtub Replacement for Example

Anyone can pick up a new bathtub at Lowe’s or Home Depot for a few hundred dollars, which makes replacing a bathtub seem affordable, right? The truth is, the costs of replacing a bathtub don’t end once you’ve purchased one;. You’ll also have to consider the cost of demolition, removal, and disposal of your original tub. Then there will also be the cost of installation as well.

If you are homeowner who enjoys DIY projects and want to test your skills at replacing the bathtub, there is a chance of causing damage to the wall surfaces, plumbing, and other parts of the bathroom. If any of these things accidently happen, your budget increases drastically.

Possibly, you are considering buying a DIY resurfacing kit to save money and you have watched a bunch of YouTube videos and feel confident you can do it yourself to save some money. We're sure you can do that, and it may look ok for a year or so but then it usually begins to start chipping and peeling off. So take it from us, that is not a good sustainable option. We have had to come in and save many homeowners tubs and showers from their DIY resurfacing jobs. Unfortunately, then it costs them more in the long run because we have to remove the coating they have applied before we can start our professional resurfacing process. The proper chemicals needed to prep the tub and durable coatings needed to resurface are not available to the public and suppliers of these products will only sell to professional refinishers.

The Affordability Factor of Resurfacing a Kitchen Countertop

Resurfacing is going to be much more affordable than a total countertop replacement. This is especially true if you have a custom countertop or a large countertop with a lot of curves or a unique shape. Another factor to consider is how much you will be spending on going out to eat or getting delivery while you're kitchen is under the extensive remodel process that comes with replacing it. Whereas it just takes us two-four days usually to get you that beautiful granite look, depending on the size of kitchen. Overall, a homeowner can expect to save a lot of money by choosing to resurface versus replacing their kitchen countertops.

Better for the Environment

Instead of tearing out your existing countertop, bathtub, vanity, or tile just so it can end up in the landfill, preserve the materials you already have. So, in addition to saving money, you are also doing something good for the environment. Your existing surfaces are usually still in good shape, they just need a face lift, which makes resurfacing a viable option to consider. With our process, we typically end up placing only one bag of trash in the dumpster at the end of your project. We bring this one bag home to our dumpster, so you don’t have to worry about any mess or trash on your end.

Affordable Investment

Instead of having to replace your entire bathtub, shower, countertop, tile, or vanity, consider the many advantages of resurfacing them instead. It is a low-cost investment that will last for you for many years to come.

If you are considering selling the home, resurfacing is an efficient way of increasing the value of the home in an affordable and fast way.

Give Us A Call!

If you are thinking about updating your kitchen or bathroom, give us a call before you just start ripping stuff out! Let us save you some time, money and remodeling headache! Our estimates are always free and we can usually get you a close estimate over the phone for your convenience. If you are happy with the price range discussed over the phone, then we will schedule a time to come out and give you a solid bid and talk colors. We have a lot of stone options to choose from, and we bring the color samples to your home to look over during the bid.

Jared MarcumJune 26, 20221 Comment