How Much Will it Cost to Remodel Your Kitchen?
Understanding cost and budgeting factors for your kitchen remodel
Custom Kitchen Remodeling Costs
The cost of your kitchen remodel depends on what you want to change. More complicated projects that involve a lot of changes to the space tend to be more expensive. Most kitchen remodels fall into one of three types of projects. Read their descriptions to see which one best fits your expectations for your remodel.
Select One
Cosmetic RefreshCosmetic Refresh Kitchen Remodel Costs
SMALL KITCHEN
— 80 – 200 SQ FT —
$30,000 – $50,000
MEDIUM KITCHEN
— 200 – 350 SQ FT —
$50,000 – $90,000
LARGE KITCHEN
— 350 – 500 SQ FT —
$90,000 – $120,000
Before
After
The least invasive and lowest cost option for a kitchen remodel is a cosmetic refresh. This type of remodel focuses on updating the kitchen’s visual appearance rather than its functionality. The remodel is surface-level, without changes to structure, utilities, or appliance/cabinet placement.
Common features of a cosmetic refresh include:
- Re-painted/stained cabinets
- Updated countertops
- New flooring
- Backsplash
- Plumbing fixtures
- Cabinet handles
Pull & ReplacePull & Replace Kitchen Remodel Costs
SMALL KITCHEN
— 80 – 200 SQ FT —
$75,000 – $125,000
MEDIUM KITCHEN
— 200 – 350 SQ FT —
$125,000 – $175,000
LARGE KITCHEN
— 350 – 500 SQ FT —
$175,000 – $250,000
Before
After
A pull-and-replace kitchen remodel is a mid-range option that goes beyond a light touch-up but falls short of a full overhaul. Everything in the kitchen is removed and replaced with new items. However, there are no major structural or utility changes involved.
Unlike a cosmetic refresh, a pull-and-replace remodel involves a complete removal of the previous kitchen. From flooring to cabinets, kitchen faucets to refrigerators, you get an entirely new kitchen. The advantage of this approach is that it avoids the costly process of relocating plumbing or electrical connections.
A pull-and-replace remodel typically includes:
- New cabinetry & hardware
- Updated appliances
- Plumbing fixtures
- Updated backsplash
- Lighting fixtures
- New flooring
Full CustomFull Custom Kitchen Remodel Costs
SMALL KITCHEN
— 80 – 200 SQ FT —
$90,000 – $140,000
MEDIUM KITCHEN
— 200 – 350 SQ FT —
$140,000 – $250,000
LARGE KITCHEN
— 350 – 500 SQ FT —
$250,000 – $400,000+
Before
After
A full custom kitchen remodel is the ideal solution when a kitchen has significant design flaws or doesn’t meet the homeowner’s lifestyle needs. It provides the highest level of design freedom, allowing you to overcome the limitations of the old kitchen layout. Whether you require more cooking space or want to reconfigure the floor plan, a custom remodel offers extensive flexibility.
However, it’s important to consider the budget when opting for a full custom remodel. Modifying appliance placement, cabinetry, plumbing, or electrical systems involves specialized skills and can be costly. Structural changes, such as removing walls for an expanded or open floor plan, incur additional expenses.
A full custom kitchen remodel may include:
- Full redesign of kitchen layout
- Major structural changes
- Custom cabinetry
- New appliances
- New flooring
- Updated backsplash
- New lighting fixtures
- Custom features
Cosmetic Refresh Kitchen Remodel Costs
SMALL KITCHEN
— 80 – 200 SQ FT —
$30,000 – $50,000
MEDIUM KITCHEN
— 200 – 350 SQ FT —
$50,000 – $90,000
LARGE KITCHEN
— 350 – 500 SQ FT —
$90,000 – $120,000
Before
After
The least invasive and lowest cost option for a kitchen remodel is a cosmetic refresh. This type of remodel focuses on updating the kitchen’s visual appearance rather than its functionality. The remodel is surface-level, without changes to structure, utilities, or appliance/cabinet placement.
Common features of a cosmetic refresh include:
- Re-painted/stained cabinets
- Updated countertops
- New flooring
- Backsplash
- Plumbing fixtures
- Cabinet handles
Pull & Replace Kitchen Remodel Costs
SMALL KITCHEN
— 80 – 200 SQ FT —
$75,000 – $125,000
MEDIUM KITCHEN
— 200 – 350 SQ FT —
$125,000 – $175,000
LARGE KITCHEN
— 350 – 500 SQ FT —
$175,000 – $250,000
Before
After
A pull-and-replace kitchen remodel is a mid-range option that goes beyond a light touch-up but falls short of a full overhaul. Everything in the kitchen is removed and replaced with new items. However, there are no major structural or utility changes involved.
Unlike a cosmetic refresh, a pull-and-replace remodel involves a complete removal of the previous kitchen. From flooring to cabinets, kitchen faucets to refrigerators, you get an entirely new kitchen. The advantage of this approach is that it avoids the costly process of relocating plumbing or electrical connections.
A pull-and-replace remodel typically includes:
- New cabinetry & hardware
- Updated appliances
- Plumbing fixtures
- Updated backsplash
- Lighting fixtures
- New flooring
Full Custom Kitchen Remodel Costs
SMALL KITCHEN
— 80 – 200 SQ FT —
$90,000 – $140,000
MEDIUM KITCHEN
— 200 – 350 SQ FT —
$140,000 – $250,000
LARGE KITCHEN
— 350 – 500 SQ FT —
$250,000 – $400,000+
Before
After
A full custom kitchen remodel is the ideal solution when a kitchen has significant design flaws or doesn’t meet the homeowner’s lifestyle needs. It provides the highest level of design freedom, allowing you to overcome the limitations of the old kitchen layout. Whether you require more cooking space or want to reconfigure the floor plan, a custom remodel offers extensive flexibility.
However, it’s important to consider the budget when opting for a full custom remodel. Modifying appliance placement, cabinetry, plumbing, or electrical systems involves specialized skills and can be costly. Structural changes, such as removing walls for an expanded or open floor plan, incur additional expenses.
A full custom kitchen remodel may include:
- Full redesign of kitchen layout
- Major structural changes
- Custom cabinetry
- New appliances
- New flooring
- Updated backsplash
- New lighting fixtures
- Custom features
What Affects the Cost of Your Kitchen Remodel?
There are several factors that may influence the cost of your kitchen remodel. Here are the 3 most important ones to consider when planning your project.
1. Level of Customization
The more customized your kitchen remodel designs, the more the project will cost. Custom work requires more labor and higher-quality products, so be prepared to pay more for custom features.
2. Project Involvement
A contractor who takes a more involved role in planning, organizing, and constructing your kitchen remodel will cost more than a contractor who offloads responsibilities to you or other subcontractors.
3. Product & Material Quality
Nobody wants to remodel their kitchen just to watch it fall apart a year later. However, high-quality materials and craftsmanship for your kitchen remodel often come at a higher cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamont Bros.’ process for a kitchen remodel?
As a design-build firm, we work with homeowners to thoroughly plan out their kitchen remodel project before moving them to construction. Check out our Process Page to learn more about the design-build experience.
Can you keep the cost of my kitchen remodel within my budget?
Absolutely. At Lamont Bros., we’re committed to keeping you in charge of the cost of your kitchen remodel. One major benefit of the design-build process is that you’ll know exactly how much your remodel will cost before it ever begins construction.
Do you offer financing for kitchen remodeling?
Although Lamont Bros. does not directly offer financing for kitchen remodels, we do partner with several lenders to provide our clients with a variety of financing options. Whether you need $50,000 or $500,000, we’ll work with you to find a lender who meets your financing needs.
How is Lamont Bros. different from other contractors?
Lamont Bros. is a design-build firm, meaning we offer full-process remodeling services and oversee both the design and construction of a remodel. Design-build firms are but one of many types of contractors available to you.
To ensure that you’re able to hire a contractor who meets all of your kitchen remodeling expectations, check out our 3-Step Guide to Choosing a Remodeling Contractor.
Is a kitchen remodel a good investment?
When designed well and kept to a reasonable budget, a kitchen remodel can be a great investment in the value of your home and the quality of your life while you live there. Market data suggests that a kitchen remodel can add up to 80% of its cost back to the home’s value upon completion.