
Clean and Declutter
Remodeling offers a great excuse to clean out those kitchen cabinets thoroughly. Items can be sorted into four piles: trash, donate, store, and daily necessities.
Set Up A Temporary Kitchen and Stock It
It’s not practical to eat takeout for every meal, so be sure you set up a temporary kitchen to get you through the weeks of construction that will accompany your remodel. The best location for your temporary kitchen is in a room near a sink, like a laundry room or a bathroom. It should have enough space for either a mini refrigerator or your old kitchen refrigerator. It’s always best to hold onto your fridges during construction. You can put it in the garage or basement.
Make a Meal Plan
Fancy meals won't be on the menu during construction, so plan for some easy, convenient meals, like sandwiches, salads, fruit, cereal, and “grab and go” items. Making some meals ahead of time and freeze them so you can just pop them in the microwave or toaster oven to defrost and reheat. It will save you a lot of money and a lot of extra calories to have pre-made home cooked meals. There's no shortage of foods that freeze well, and with meal prep trending these days, a quick search on Pinterest should provide many ideas.Don’t Forget Your Pets
Pets underfoot can make the remodel difficult, so they should be kept out of the kitchen. They should have somewhere safe, like a kennel or a carrier, to escape with food, water, and a favorite blanket or bed.