kitchen renovation with tenants still living there

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I plan to renovate one of the kitchens in the duplex i own but i have to do it while my tenants are still living there...and in one weekend. Has anyone had experience with this situation? I'd like to do the cabinets, counter top and back splash by myself to save money. I have to relocate the gas range and refrigerator so I think i should probably hire a plumber and/or electrician for that part. Would i call the utility company to re-route the gas line?

[Clinton Holmes]

My question is why are you even doing this renovation in the first place? You already have tenants that are willing to pay you rent every month without the renovation. Are you going to raise rent when the renovation is done? If not, why are putting good money into a unit when the return won't be realized until they move out? Doesn't seem like a good return on investment to me.

Just my two cents,

-Clinton