5 Signs It’s Time to Remodel Your Kitchen

Is Your Kitchen Secretly Begging for a Makeover?

You know the feeling. You walk into your kitchen, and instead of being greeted by inspiration, you’re greeted by frustration. The drawers stick. The counters are cracked. The 90s oak cabinets are holding on for dear life.

The truth? Kitchens are like cars—they’re not meant to last forever. But most homeowners put off remodeling until the pain is unbearable.

So how do you know when your kitchen is crying out for help? Here are the 5 signs it’s time to remodel your kitchen—and why hundreds of Eastern Iowa homeowners are finally saying, “Enough is enough.”

Sign #1 – Your Countertops Are Cracked or Outdated

Nothing screams “I need a remodel” like yellowed laminate or chipped counters that have seen one too many spaghetti nights.

👉 Solution: Epoxy countertops. They don’t just upgrade your kitchen—they transform it. With a custom hand-poured finish, they look like high-end marble or granite, but cost a fraction of the price.

(And yes, they can handle hot pans and messy kids without flinching.)

Sign #2 – You Hate Cooking in It

Cooking should feel enjoyable, not like a punishment. If your kitchen’s layout makes you bump into people, if your counters feel too cramped, or if you find yourself eating out just to avoid being in there… that’s a giant red flag.

👉 Solution: A remodel designed around your life. Imagine prep space where you need it, storage that actually fits your stuff, and a layout that flows instead of fights you.

Sign #3 – Storage Is a Nightmare

Are you cramming cereal boxes above the fridge or digging through a junk drawer just to find one spatula? Kitchens with poor storage suck the joy out of daily life.

👉 Solution: Custom cabinetry + smart storage design. We build kitchens that work for real families, not Pinterest photoshoots. (Though, yes, they’ll still look amazing.)

Sign #4 – It Looks Stuck in Another Decade

Let’s be honest. Some kitchens in Eastern Iowa still look like they haven’t been updated since the first Clinton administration.

The honey-oak cabinets. The faded laminate. The fluorescent lighting. (Yikes.)

👉 Solution: A modern facelift. Fresh cabinets, sleek epoxy countertops, better lighting, and flooring that ties it all together. Your guests will think you moved, not remodeled.

Sign #5 – It’s Hurting Your Home’s Value

Realtors will tell you: kitchens sell homes. An outdated one drags your whole property down—while a remodeled one can add thousands to your resale value.

👉 Solution: Invest in your home (and your happiness). Whether you plan to stay for decades or sell in a few years, remodeling is one of the smartest financial moves you can make.

The Bottom Line

If you checked one (or all five) of these boxes, your kitchen isn’t just “fine.” It’s holding you back. Every day you put it off, you keep living in a space that frustrates you.

But here’s the good news: remodeling doesn’t have to be stressful, expensive, or endless. At Sigor Designs, we specialize in creating stunning, functional kitchens with epoxy countertops that wow.

Ready for a Kitchen You Love?

We’re Sam & Bailee, a local Preston couple helping families across Eastern Iowa fall back in love with their kitchens. From custom countertops to complete remodels, we handle it all—so you can enjoy a home that actually works for you.

📅 Book your free design quote today and let’s start building the kitchen you’ve been dreaming about.