More homeowners are staying put in their current homes and remodeling instead of moving.

But those looking to update older kitchens or bathrooms may need to budget for higher prices on essential items.

In effect now is a 25% tariff on imported kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities. The duties double to 50% in the new year, driving up remodeling bills for contractors and homeowners alike.

Watch as contractors explain how to avoid cabinet tariffs: Tariffs hit cabinets and vanities: How to get around them

Locally-made products may still cost more

While cabinets produced in the U.S. are not subject to tariffs, imported components can still push prices up.

Alan Hendy, owner of Neal's Design Remodel , said most of his cabinets are custom built in American factories, so are tariff-fre

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