11 KITCHEN AND BATH REMODELING FAQS

HOME REMODELING FAQ’S

The remodeling process can be stressful. We know you have questions so to make it easy for you to partner with Pittsburgh’s Best Remodeling, we compiled a list of answers to the most frequently asked questions our clients ask us to assure you that our goal is to make the remodeling process as efficient and enjoyable for you as we can.

Renovating your kitchen, bathroom or basement can be an exciting project…if you choose the right home remodeler.  It can also become a nightmare if you choose the wrong one.  When you choose Pittsburgh’s Best Remodeling, Casey, the owner, and his experienced team will hold your hand throughout the entire process from beginning to end making sure that everything goes smoothly.  You just sit back and relax and enjoy watching your dream kitchen, bathroom or basement come to life. 

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Pittsburgh’s Best Remodeling is licensed with the state (PA093622) and is insured with Liability and Worker’s Compensation.

Yes, our Designer can coordinate any and all of your selections, including cabinetry, counter tops, flooring, electrical and plumbing fixtures and more. We conduct a design meeting where we collaborate with you regarding your aesthetic style and overall goals for your space.

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Yes, our Kitchen and Bath Design Center Showroom is your one stop shop where you will find a wide range of products, unique design elements and custom options that will allow you to fully personalize your dream kitchen, bathroom or basement.

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For sure! Visit our photo galleries for specific examples of our Kitchen, Bathroom, Basement and Addition work.

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Yes! Click on the button below or call us at 412-521-5200 and one of our Client Specialists will set up your FREE design consultation.

Free Design Consultation

No. Our initial Design Consultation is free. Our Project Consultant will meet with you at your home and get the ideas of your vision, and problems you are trying to solve, goals and needs and take any measurements and photos that are needed.

5 reasons to choose Pittsburgh’s Best Remodeling

  • Experienced Team
  • Easy Process
  • Design Center Showroom
  • 5 Year Warranty
  • Pet Friendly

Why Choose Us

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Yes, we are happy to provide you with a reference list, and you will find online reviews from previous remodeling clients here.

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Picking the right remodeling team to craft the changes to your home can be a daunting task. You have to be sure the remodeler understands your home and lifestyle. This is a relationship that will last for months – you want to be sure to like your remodeling team. That is why we developed the Contractor Guide. This guide will lead you in asking the important questions to find the best fit for you.

Here are 15 questions to ask a contractor before you hire them:

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Download our Free Design & Planning Guides which will save you time by educating you on the latest remodeling designs and trends. Then call us at 412-521-5200 and one of our Client Specialists will call you to schedule your Free Design Consultation.

Free Design Guides

You will have easy access to your Production Manager and Project Manager. You can expect communications throughout the home renovation process through Builder Trend. Builder Trend is a modern computer-based tool to manage your project and keep you updated. We keep all project documentation safely stored online where you can monitor progress, manage change orders or simply send a short message with feedback to your team.

We service the entire Pittsburgh and surrounding areas, including Allegheny County, and parts of Butler and Westmoreland Counties. For a complete list of our service areas click below:

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We do not take down payments on our home improvement contract. Rather, a progress payment schedule is part of our agreement. Payments are made in stages as your remodeling or renovation project reaches critical milestones.

It really depends on the specifics of your job, but as a rough estimate, a complete Bathroom Remodel usually takes 2-3 weeks from the start of installation to completion. A Kitchen Remodel takes 3-4 weeks and a Basement Remodel takes 4-5 weeks. Additions cover such a wide range of options, it’s difficult to give a range.

Pittsburgh’s Best Remodeling specializes in kitchen and bath design. Just like you wouldn’t go to a general surgeon for hip surgery, you shouldn’t rely on a general contractor to give you the same attention to detail that a kitchen and bath designer would. We are immersed daily in the hundreds of details required to design, engineer and install your new kitchen/bath. We can take your project from a rather mundane kitchen/bath remodel into something quite extraordinary.

When you decide to renovate your home, you have two options.  First is to hire a designer to create the concept art, and then hire a contractor to bring the design to life.  The second option is to hire a design/build company to handle every step of the process from start to finish.

Pittsburgh’s Best Remodeling offers a design/build remodeling process to unify the workflow from initial concept to project completion.  This means you have one point of contact, and one team working in unison to bring your vision to life.  The benefits of this approach include lower costs, improved communication, fewer change orders, and faster project completion. 

The best time to fulfill your remodeling dreams is when you are ready! It’s also a good idea to have such projects done when there will be the fewest number of people in the home, i.e. after the holidays.

Professional designers are trained to make the space fit your needs. They know the right questions to ask you in order to get the answers they need. They know code requirements for structure, clearances, egress, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, materials, etc. They can make your space both functional and aesthetic. You may be concerned that professional designs cost money, but in actuality they may save you money. Designers work with you to get the most for your budget. Money is also saved because things will not need to be fixed later because of something overlooked in the initial designs, or because it didn’t pass inspection.

No, you can either give us a garage code or we can put a lock box on your door.

Yes. Our designers will draw up a 3D model of your project that you can look at BEFORE we start working. This will help you visualize the design prior to the start of your project.

A Project Manager is assigned to your project and will be available to answer any questions you might have.  Casey Reynolds, the owner, also plays an important part of overseeing each project. You will be given cell phone numbers of your entire team in case of questions or concerns.

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Yes. For you to be placed on our schedule you must sign a contract and send your first progress payment. Our contract clearly defines the terms of our agreement.

No, many jobs require a permit based on scope and dollar value. We will determine if your job fits that criteria and obtain the permit and all necessary inspections as required. Also, the size and scope of your project will determine the level of design you need and whether you need a structural engineer or architect. We will handle all of this for you.

No, we offer complete renovation from floor to ceiling. We take care of everything for you. You just sit back and relax.