Those looking to make changes to their kitchen should make sure they hire a professional to do the job. That is the advice of Claudia Dabdoub, writing for Freedom Communications, who stated that updating a kitchen is a great investment to your home. Replying to a readers question as to how to go about hiring a contractor, Ms Dabdoub noted It is important to hire a professional with experience, who will help you with every step of the design process and installation, to ensure your satisfaction.A qualified designer should be able to help with all of the specifications required for the reconfiguration of a kitchen, she stated, adding that it is important to maximise cabinet work space and storage facilities. Her recommendations come after the Times reported an increase in women making home improvements themselves, like changing kitchen taps, in an effort to break gender stereotypes. Many also believe doing a bit of DIY will save them money, the news source explained.