Question 1

Can i put a kitchen in the basement of my Saint John home for a rental unit without running a new gas line?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can absolutely set up a basement kitchen without running a new gas line — in fact, for a rental unit in Saint John, going all-electric is often the smarter and simpler path. The key is making sure your electrical panel can handle the additional load, and that the secondary suite itself meets all the code and zoning requirements before you start renting.

The all-electric kitchen route typically means an electric range/oven, electric water heater (or a dedicated zone from a heat pump wat

Question 2

Should i go with a pot filler over my stove in a New Brunswick kitchen or is it just a waste of money and plumbing?

Accepted Answer

A pot filler is a luxury convenience feature that most New Brunswick homeowners find unnecessary — especially given our practical, no-nonsense approach to kitchen design and the additional plumbing costs involved.

Cost Reality in New Brunswick
You're looking at $800-$1,500 for a quality pot filler unit, plus $400-$800 in plumbing installation costs (assuming your kitchen already has accessible water lines nearby). A licensed plumber must install it since it connects to your home's water supply,

Question 3

Should i rip out the existing cabinets in my Moncton galley kitchen or just reface them to save money?

Accepted Answer

Refacing existing cabinets can save you 40-60% compared to full replacement, but the decision depends heavily on the condition of your cabinet boxes and your long-term plans for the space.

In Moncton's housing market, many galley kitchens were built during the 1970s-1990s boom when particle board boxes were standard. If your cabinets have solid, structurally sound boxes with good hardware mounting points, refacing is an excellent option. However, if you're dealing with water damage around the s

Question 4

What's the best under-cabinet lighting for a kitchen renovation in a dim north-facing Fredericton home?

Accepted Answer

LED strip lights or puck lights are your best options for under-cabinet lighting in a north-facing Fredericton kitchen, with LED strips providing more even illumination and puck lights offering focused task lighting at a lower cost.

For a dim north-facing kitchen, you'll want bright, cool-white LED lighting (4000K-5000K color temperature) to compensate for the limited natural light. This color temperature mimics daylight and makes food prep safer while reducing eye strain. In Fredericton's olde

Kitchen Renovations

Can i put a kitchen in the basement of my Saint John home for a rental unit without running a new gas line?

Should i go with a pot filler over my stove in a New Brunswick kitchen or is it just a waste of money and plumbing?

Should i rip out the existing cabinets in my Moncton galley kitchen or just reface them to save money?

What's the best under-cabinet lighting for a kitchen renovation in a dim north-facing Fredericton home?