What is the cost of remodeling a kitchen?

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What is the cost of remodeling a kitchen?

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What is the cost of remodeling a kitchen?

1. The Average Cost Of Remodeling A Kitchen

Kitchen remodeling costs range between $4,000 and $60,000 with the U.S. national average of $25,100. In terms of square feet, the average spending by homeowners is observed at a low end of $75 per square foot and the high end of $250 per square foot. The wide range of costs is due to the fact that the total kitchen remodel cost varies based on the quality of materials, kitchen size, and room layout.

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Kitchen remodeling may be a small project such as realigning the cabinets, painting the walls, and/or upgrading the sink. However, a complete remodeling will include the installation of hardwood floors, custom cabinets, energy-efficient and environment-friendly appliances, and granite counters.

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2. Cost Of Replacing Kitchen Features

The kitchen remodeling cost will depend on the number of features that are part of the new kitchen design. A typical list of features includes appliances, cabinets, countertops, faucets, flooring, sink, backsplash, and painting. The price range of these features and their contribution to the total cost are as follows:

Feature Price Range Percent of the total cost
Appliances $100 – $600 per appliance 10% – 25%
Countertops $200 – $2,500 5% – 10%
Cabinets $100 – $500 per cabinet 10% –22%
Faucet $125 – $550 per faucet 8% – 15%
Flooring $600 – $3,000 8% – 10%
Backsplash $150 – $1,200 10% – 15%
Sink $100 – $600 8% – 10%
Painting $100 – $600 10% – 12%

a. Cost Of Labor For Kitchen Remodeling

The labor rate of remodeling contractors will vary based on the number of features to be installed. In the U.S. environment, the rates will range from $3,500 to $6,000, when only the installations are required. Instead of hiring general labor, you should particularly ask for quotes from a kitchen remodeling contractor. The overall labor cost may account for 25 to 30 percent of the total costs.

There are some factors that you need to consider before finalizing a remodeling contractor:

  • If you hire professional labor, you will consume 25 to 30 percent of the total budget
  • Ask quotations for per day and number of hours so that you could estimate the total labor cost based on the number of features and size of the kitchen
  • Prefer the remodeling contractor close to your home and purchase the material from nearby shops to expedite the work and reduce the labor cost per hour

b. How Much Does Demo Of A Kitchen Cost

When you remodel a kitchen, the new model may not fit into the existing structure, and in that case, you will require gutting the kitchen. The demolition cost ranges from $300 to $3,000 based on the area to be demolished. In the U.S., different states have regulations for the proper disposal of waste to landfill sites. Therefore, the particular regulations in your area will also affect the demolition cost.

c. Cost Of Store-Built Vs. Custom-Built Accessories And Fixtures

Features Custom-built or High-end Prefabricated or Economy
Cabinet $700 per linear foot $200 – $300
Corbels $100 – $900 $300 – $500
Knife Block $500 – $750 $200 – $300
Lighting $300-$450 per fixture $150 per fixture
  • Custom-built garage cabinets: $3,000 – $25000+
  • Additional features / accessories (custom): $5,000
  • Finished ends (custom): $75 – $200 each

d. Kitchen Remodeling Permit

If you go for a major kitchen remodeling, you will need to change the entire plumbing layout, and it will also require getting a permit from the city. Depending on your agreement with the contractor, you will either get the permit yourself or your contractor will get it for you. Since the kitchen is a space for cooking, a major remodeling will also require getting a permit for handling the lines of natural gas. In that case, you may consult with your local building permit office. You may also need a kitchen demolition permit from the building office because the remodeling may not align with the overall design and look of other kitchens in the buildin