Custom Cabinets On A Budget: Tips On How To Save Money With Custom Cabinets

The two phrases “budget conscious” and “custom cabinets” are rarely used in the same sentence. It’s definitely true that for many years custom cabinets were not affordable for those that dreamed of a custom kitchen but this is changing. The technology used to assist large cabinet manufacturers with improving efficiency and cost is now available to the local custom cabinet shop IF they have the money to invest. And one such cabinet shop has done this very thing.

I wanted to highlight just one small business seeking to set themselves apart by adjusting to the economic change before them by changing the process and utilizing technology. This article is in support of the small business. Small cabinet shop going hi-tech in order to maintain a competitive edge and improve on their pricing structure. When others are looking for ways to increase prices, LyndenCraft is looking for ways to improve their process and decrease their price. I believe in the entrepreneur spirit but it’s not very often you come across a story like this. When a talented shop adds technology to the mix in order to offer a better price for their customers we should take notice.

Steve Oates, shop owner, told me recently, “I got a call from a women who wanted me to quote over the phone a price to compete with Home Depot. She was quoted about $6,700 just for a kitchen island with an artificial countertop. After I talked with her a bit I told her I was confident we could save her about $1,400 AND offer her a choice of 20 styles of granite included in the price.” She was shocked and I was too when he told me.

Steve continued to explain that larger manufacturers do not have the capacity to adjust cabinets for custom fits without seriously charging the clients extra because it goes outside of their normal process. Steve indicated, “All we do is customized. We’re just using the same equipment and software but our service is still customized. Recently I traveled to local Charlotte residence when taking my final measurements for an upcoming kitchen renovation project. I noticed that the cabinet above the stovetop hood wasn’t allowing a proper fit for that stovetop ventilation system. Since the homeowner wanted to reuse this hood and save money, I simply took my pencil out and made a small note to adjust the size by 1/8″ on either side. No extra cost and not trouble. That’s the custom cabinet approach. We helped them save money by reusing some equipment.

In closing Steve shared more about the custom service that they work so hard to maintain. He shared, “I mention to all my clients wanting to invest in custom cabinets. The process of preparing, designing and installing custom cabinets is just as important as enjoying the end product. Many of my clients share disappointing stories about the contractor that sold well and delivered poorly.” Steve continues, “We strive to shatter their conception of a contractor. From the moment we step foot into their home until we remove our last tool. It is our desire to develop a working relationship with our clients. We are committed to developing an enjoyable process and product that they show off and share with friends. Even more important. I trust they will use their new custom kitchen so that it becomes a focal point in their home as they create moments of community with neighbors, family and friends. That’s the true beauty created from the use of a functional and spacious kitchen.

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