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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
Painting Cabinets: When It’s the Right Answer — and When It’s Not
Painting kitchen cabinets can be a smart investment — or the wrong move entirely. A Bellevue remodeling expert explains what makes a great candidate, what doesn’t, and the questions to ask before you decide.
Why Kitchen Remodels Almost Always Expand Beyond the Kitchen
By April Bettinger | Nip Tuck Remodeling I used to play Operation as a kid — the game where you use tweezers to try and
Kitchen Remodel vs. Bathroom Remodel
A kitchen remodel vs. bathroom remodel is one of the most common decisions an Eastside homeowner faces when planning a renovation.
How to Know When It’s Time to Remodel
For Eastside homeowners, the question is rarely whether a space can be improved; the question is usually knowing when it’s time to remodel.
Timeless Design: How to Balance Trends and Ageless Style
One of the biggest challenges when remodeling your home is knowing when to lean into what’s trending and when you’re better off choosing materials and
Nip Tuck Remodeling Wins 2nd Place at the 2026 REX Awards
Nip Tuck Remodeling is proud to announce that our project, Cottage on the Course, earned second place in the Major Remodel – 2,001+ sq ft category
How Soon Should I Start Planning My Remodel?
We’d love a new kitchen by the holidays. How soon should I start planning my remodel If you’ve ever asked this, you’re not alone. And