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How Long Does a Kitchen Remodel Take? An Honest Answer from the Eastside
by April Bettinger, Founder & CEO When a homeowner asks how long a kitchen remodel takes, they are usually asking two questions: When will I

The From-Now-On List: A Running Record of What We’ve Learned the Hard Way
Our From-Now-On List: Three Remodeling Policies That Protect Your Project Every remodeling firm that has been in business long enough has a list like this,

Nip Tuck Remodeling Wins Gold for Interior Design in 2026 Best in the PNW Awards
Bellevue, Wash. — September 21, 2026 — Nip Tuck Remodeling has been named People’s Choice Gold Award Winner for Interior Design in 2026, presented by

Nip Tuck Remodeling Named to Qualified Remodeler’s 2026 Top 500
Nip Tuck Remodeling is proud to announce that we’ve been named to Qualified Remodeler’s 2026 Top 500, the industry’s definitive ranking of the largest and fastest-growing residential remodeling companies in the United States.

Bathroom Remodel Trends Worth Following
What Bellevue and Other Eastside Homeowners Are Choosing by the Design Team at Nip Tuck Remodeling · Bellevue, WA The bathroom has gradually become one

How Much Contingency Should You Hold for a Remodel? The Answer Might Surprise You
The standard advice is 10–15%. Some sources say 20–25%. Nip Tuck Remodeling founder April Bettinger explains why that number depends almost entirely on how the firm you hire plans a project — and what to ask instead.

What Does “On Time” and “On Budget” Actually Mean?
Every remodeling firm says they’re on time and on budget. Nip Tuck Remodeling founder April Bettinger explains what it actually takes to deliver on that promise — and the one question every homeowner should ask before they believe it.

Why Is Your Bid Higher?
When a remodeling estimate looks higher than the competition, there’s almost always a reason. Nip Tuck Remodeling founder April Bettinger breaks down what’s really in the numbers — and what isn’t.

The Questions Every Homeowner Should Ask Before Hiring a Remodeling Company
Things We Tell Clients Every Week By April Bettinger | Nip Tuck Remodeling You’ve probably heard the advice to get three bids before hiring a

Why Do Remodeling Projects Go Over Budget?
Meta Description Most remodeling budget overruns trace back to three predictable culprits — and one of them is entirely within your control. Nip Tuck Remodeling founder April Bettinger explains what actually derails budgets and timelines, and what to look for before you hire anyone.

Seattle Remodeling Firm Founder Publishes Homeowner Advocacy Guide
Debuts as #1 New Release in Contracting How-To and Home Improvement on Amazon Happiness Guaranteed: A Successful Remodel Doesn’t Happen by Accident gives homeowners the

Allison Scott Wins 1st Place at the 2026 NKBA Design Awards Gala
At this year’s 2026 NKBA Design Awards Gala, Allison Scott of Nip Tuck Remodeling took home 1st Place in the Primary Bathroom Category