BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Homeowners planning kitchen or bathroom remodels may want to start their projects soon, as new tariffs on imported cabinets and vanities could significantly increase costs in the coming months.

Melina Meyer, project manager with Coast Design and Build, said her company has already absorbed a 20% tariff to protect clients from price increases. However, she said they've been told tariffs on imported cabinets and vanities will jump to 70% starting in January.

"Say, for instance, a kitchen right now that is running between 35 to $50,000, is going to jump, starting at 45 to $65,000," Meyer said.

Meyer said even big box stores like Home Depot and Lowe's won't be exempt from the price hikes. She also mentioned tariffs are impacting more than just cabinets and vanit

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