Kitchen Remodel Estimates

The kitchen is the heart of the home—it’s where meals are shared, homework is done, and memories are made. If your kitchen isn't working for you anymore, a remodel can completely transform your daily life. But what does it actually cost to create the kitchen of your dreams?

As local remodeling experts, we at Woodyfix believe in transparency. We’ve created this 2025 cost guide to help you understand the investment and plan your project with confidence.

Kitchen remodel costs vary widely based on the size of your space, the quality of materials you choose, and the scope of work. Here’s a breakdown of what you can typically expect.

This budget is focused on breathing new life into a functional but dated kitchen without changing the layout. It’s perfect for a high-impact refresh.

• Cabinets: Keeping existing cabinet boxes and professionally painting or refacing them.
• Countertops: New laminate or entry-level quartz countertops.
• Appliances: New, standard-grade appliances in the existing locations.
• Flooring: New luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring.
• Backsplash: A new, simple ceramic tile backsplash.
• Fixtures: A new sink, faucet, and updated lighting.

This is the most popular project, involving a full gut and replacement of all major components within the existing layout.

• Cabinets: Brand new, semi-custom cabinets with modern features like soft-close drawers.
• Countertops: High-quality quartz, granite, or butcher block countertops.
• Appliances: A full suite of new, mid-range to high-end appliances.
• Flooring: New hardwood, engineered hardwood, or high-quality LVP.
• Backsplash: A more intricate or higher-quality tile backsplash.
• Features: Under-cabinet lighting, a new pantry, and potentially a kitchen island if space permits.

This is where you redefine the space entirely. It almost always includes reconfiguring the layout, moving plumbing and electrical, and often involves removing walls.

• Cabinets: Fully custom cabinetry tailored to your exact specifications.
• Countertops: Premium surfaces like high-end quartzite, marble, or custom concrete.
• Appliances: Professional-grade, built-in appliances (e.g., Sub-Zero, Wolf).
• Structural Changes: Removing walls, adding windows, or relocating the kitchen itself.
• Features: A large custom island with seating, a walk-in pantry, a beverage or coffee station, and professional lighting design.

Creating an open-concept space by removing the wall between the kitchen and dining or living area is one of the most popular requests we get. The cost for this add-on depends entirely on one crucial question: is the wall load-bearing?

This is a simpler (but still significant) job. The cost covers demolition, rerouting any minor electrical, and seamlessly patching the drywall, ceiling, and flooring.

This is a structural change that requires careful planning and execution. The cost is higher because it includes:

• A structural engineer's assessment and plans.
• City permits.
• Building temporary support walls.
• Installing a new, heavy-duty support beam (often an LVL or steel I-beam).
• Extensive drywall, ceiling, and floor repair to blend the spaces perfectly.

While removing a load-bearing wall is a major investment, it provides the single biggest "wow" factor in a kitchen transformation.

• Cabinetry: 30-35% (The biggest single expense)
• Labor & Installation: 20-30%
• Appliances: 10-15%
• Countertops: 10%
• Flooring: 5-7%
• Lighting & Electrical: 5%
• Plumbing: 5%
• Permits & Design: 3-5%

At Woodyfix, we specialize in turning outdated, cramped kitchens into beautiful, open spaces that work for your family. From initial design to the final touches, we guide you through every step of the process.

If you're ready to transform your home, contact us today for a detailed consultation.