Creating Beautiful Culinary Spaces to Maximize Your Cooking Experience

While most kitchen remodels take 6–10 weeks from demolition to completion, unexpected factors can extend this timeline. Delays often come from material backorders, custom cabinet fabrication, permit wait times, or last-minute design changes. At Gerrish Remodeling & Design, we mitigate these issues with thorough planning and proactive communication. Setting realistic expectations from the start ensures fewer surprises mid-project.

A common misstep is focusing too heavily on aesthetics before understanding functional needs. Beautiful countertops and cabinetry won’t improve your lifestyle if the layout is inefficient. At Gerrish, we prioritize functionality—workflow, storage, lighting—before guiding you toward design choices. This foundation-first approach results in kitchens that are not only beautiful, but practical for daily living.

Most clients stay in their homes during the remodel, but it requires some adjustment. We help you prepare a temporary kitchen setup and plan the schedule to minimize daily disruption. Expect some noise, dust, and access limitations. For extensive remodels, especially those involving plumbing or electrical shutdowns, we’ll recommend when short-term relocation is more practical.

Permits are required for structural changes, new electrical or plumbing, and sometimes even cabinet replacements. Gerrish Remodeling handles the entire permitting process for you, including inspections and code compliance. We ensure that your remodel meets all local Saco, Maine regulations, which protects your investment and ensures safe construction.

Unexpected costs often arise from outdated wiring, plumbing issues, or hidden water damage uncovered during demolition. Clients are also surprised by appliance installation fees, custom storage solutions, or last-minute upgrades. We offer transparent, itemized estimates and a contingency buffer in every budget to reduce financial surprises during construction.

Energy-efficient remodeling involves more than just appliances. We recommend LED lighting, insulated windows, low-flow faucets, and cabinetry that allows for proper ventilation. Energy Star-rated appliances and efficient HVAC integration further reduce costs over time. Our team will help you choose sustainable options that lower utility bills and reduce environmental impact.

Kitchen remodels in coastal Maine homes typically return 70–80% of their cost in resale value, sometimes more in competitive neighborhoods. Beyond resale, ROI also includes improved comfort, functionality, and daily enjoyment. A thoughtfully designed kitchen increases a home’s desirability, especially when it features timeless materials and smart layouts tailored to modern lifestyles.

Gerrish Remodeling is a design-forward company, and no two kitchens we build are the same. We tailor each design to your home’s architecture, your family’s habits, and your aesthetic preferences. Whether you want modern minimalism, coastal charm, or a farmhouse feel, we guide you through personalized decisions that reflect your taste—not a one-size-fits-all solution.

Custom cabinetry offers better material quality, space optimization, and design flexibility—especially in older Maine homes with unique dimensions. If your kitchen has awkward corners or you want a very specific look, custom cabinets are well worth the investment. We’ll walk you through the pros and cons of each option to ensure your cabinetry works perfectly for your layout and budget.

Preparation includes clearing out your kitchen, removing valuables, creating a temporary food prep area, and understanding where workers will be entering/exiting. We provide a pre-project checklist and timeline so you can prepare confidently. Communication is key—we ensure you know what to expect each week so the project runs as smoothly as possible from day one.