Free Estimation Tool
Kitchen Remodel
Cost Estimator
Kitchen remodeling in Los Angeles typically ranges from $20,000 to $150,000+ depending on size, scope, and cabinet selection. Answer each section for a detailed labor estimate.
Note: Cabinets and countertops are included in our estimate. All other finish materials are priced separately with your designer.
Project Scope
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Step 1 · Project Scope
What level of kitchen remodel are you planning?
Select the tier that best describes your project. This sets the overall scope — we’ll dive into specifics in the following steps.
Light
Refinish & Refresh
Cabinet refinishing or refacing
New countertops & backsplash
No layout changes
Cosmetic updates only
💚 Lower overall cost
Full
Full Remodel
New prefab or semi-custom cabinets
New countertops, backsplash, flooring
Updated plumbing & electrical
Minor layout or structural changes
🟡 Mid-range cost
Custom
Custom & Structural
Full custom cabinetry
Major layout changes & wall removal
Island addition or reconfiguration
Significant structural modifications
🔴 Higher cost — full scope
📋 Every kitchen remodel requires a permit. As part of every full and custom remodel, we automatically include: permit management & inspections, running 7–8 dedicated electrical lines from the panel per code, upgrading vertical plumbing lines, installing a code-compliant HVAC vent hood, and ensuring all countertop outlets are GFCI-protected. These are not optional — they are required to pass inspection and are built into every estimate.
Step 2 · Kitchen Size
What’s the approximate size of the kitchen?
Square footage affects tile labor, cabinet runs, drywall, and overall time on site.
Or pick a size
Small
Under 120 sq ft — galley or apartment style
Medium
120–250 sq ft — typical family kitchen
Large
250+ sq ft — open plan or chef’s kitchen
Step 3 · Demolition
What needs to be demolished?
Select everything that will be torn out. Each item factors into demo labor and haul-out cost.
Select all that apply
Full Strip to Studs
All cabinets, drywall, flooring, and substrate removed. Full gut scenario.
🔴 Heaviest demo — significant labor impact
Cabinet Removal
Remove all existing upper and base cabinets, including soffits if present.
🟡 Moderate demo — depends on cabinet count
Countertop Removal
Remove existing countertops — stone requires special handling.
🟡 Moderate — heavy materials add labor
Floor Removal
Remove existing tile, vinyl, hardwood, or laminate flooring.
🟡 Moderate — varies by material and layers
Island Removal
Remove existing kitchen island structure.
🟡 Adds demo scope
Wall Removal / Opening
Remove a non-load-bearing wall to open the kitchen to adjacent space.
🔴 Significant — structural assessment required
Soffit Removal
Remove existing cabinet soffits above upper cabinets.
💚 Minor demo addition
Appliance Removal
Disconnect and haul out existing appliances.
💚 Minor addition
Step 4 · Framing
How complex is the framing work?
Kitchen framing ranges from simple blocking to full structural modifications. The more changes involved, the higher the framing cost.
Low
Simple
No layout changes
Minor blocking for cabinets
No walls moved or added
💚 Minimal framing cost
Mid
Moderate
Island framing
Soffit build or removal
Window relocation
🟡 Mid-range framing cost
High
Complex
Wall removal / opening
Structural beam work
Room expansion
🔴 Higher framing cost
Island
✓ No Island
No kitchen island in this project.
💚 No island framing
Standard Island
Fixed island with base cabinets. Standard framing and plumbing stub-out.
🟡 Moderate addition
Large Island / Waterfall
Oversized island or waterfall countertop. More structural support and framing required.
🔴 Higher scope — more structure & countertop area
Step 5 · Plumbing
What plumbing work is needed?
Labor and rough materials. Kitchen plumbing includes sink connections, dishwasher, and refrigerator water lines.
✅ Vertical line upgrade always included — on full and custom remodels, upgrading vertical supply and drain lines is required by code to pass inspection. Automatically factored into your estimate.
Fixture counts
Kitchen Sinks
1
Bar / Prep Sinks
0
Additional plumbing scope
Select all that apply
Dishwasher Connection
Supply and drain connection for dishwasher (labor only).
💚 Minor addition
Refrigerator Water Line
Install water supply line for ice maker or water dispenser.
💚 Minor addition
Relocate Plumbing
Move sink drain or supply lines to new location — required for layout changes.
🔴 Significant — rerouting drain and supply lines
Pot Filler
Wall-mounted pot filler above range — requires new supply line.
🟡 Moderate — new line to range wall
Under-Sink Water Filter
Install dedicated water filtration system with separate faucet.
💚 Minor addition
Vertical Line Upgrade
Upgrade supply or drain vertical lines — required by code when permitted.
🟡 Moderate — code required with permits
✅ Permit management & inspections always included — city permit fees are separate.
Step 6 · Electrical
What electrical work is needed?
Labor and rough materials. Kitchen electrical includes dedicated circuits for appliances, under-cabinet lighting, and hood ventilation.
✅ GFCI outlets always included — required by code on all kitchen countertops.
✅ Dedicated circuits auto-included — refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave each require dedicated circuits by code.
Hood & ventilation
Standard Range Hood
Wall-mounted or under-cabinet hood. Standard duct run through cabinet or wall. Required by code.
🟡 Moderate — ductwork and wiring
Island Hood / Ceiling Vent
Ceiling-mounted vent over island. Longer duct run — more complex installation. Required by code for island ranges.
🔴 Higher cost — ceiling duct run required
✓ Keep Existing Hood
No hood work needed — existing hood stays in place.
💚 No hood cost
Lighting — we supply & install
LED Recessed Lights
0
Under-Cabinet LED Runs
0
Client-supplied fixtures — we install
Pendant Lights
0
Extra Outlets / Circuits
0
Specialty electrical
Select all that apply
Panel Upgrade
Upgrade breaker or subpanel if existing panel is at capacity.
🔴 Significant — only if panel is at capacity
Dimmer Switches
Dimmer controls for recessed or pendant lighting.
💚 Small addition
In-Cabinet / Pop-Up Outlets
Integrated outlets inside cabinets or pop-up countertop outlets.
🟡 Moderate addition
In-Floor Radiant Heat
Electric heating mat under tile floor. Mat is client-supplied.
🟡 Moderate — wiring and thermostat labor
Step 7 · Tile & Flooring
Tell us about your tile and flooring work.
Labor only — you supply the tile. Same rates as our bathroom work. Backsplash and floor are calculated separately.
Backsplash tile layout
Standard Layout
Straight set, subway, or horizontal stack. Common sizes.
💚 Standard labor rate
Complex Layout
Herringbone, diagonal, large format, mosaic, or custom pattern.
🔴 Higher labor rate — more cuts and time
Floor tile or vinyl layout
Standard Tile Layout
Straight set porcelain or ceramic in common sizes.
💚 Standard labor rate
Complex Tile Layout
Diagonal, herringbone, large format, or custom pattern.
🔴 Higher labor rate — intricate patterns take more time
Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP)
Floating or glue-down LVP installation. Faster than tile.
💚 Lower labor rate than tile
✓ No Flooring Work
Keeping existing floor or flooring not in this scope.
💚 No flooring labor
Tile area — backsplash & floor
Backsplash (sq ft)
40
Floor (sq ft)
150
Step 8 · Drywall & Paint
What drywall and paint work is needed?
Select the scope that best matches your project.
Drywall scope
Patch & Repair
Spot patches from cabinet or fixture removal. Minimal drywall work.
💚 Lower cost — minimal scope
Partial Reboard
Replace drywall on 1–2 walls. New backer board in wet areas near sink.
🟡 Mid-range — moderate scope
Full Reboard
All walls stripped and reboarded. Full gut remodel scenario.
🔴 Higher cost — full scope
Additional items
Select all that apply
Soundproofing Insulation
Acoustic insulation in shared walls for noise reduction.
🟡 Moderate cost addition
Ceiling Work
Smooth or reboard ceiling — common when removing soffits or adding recessed lights.
🟡 Moderate — depends on ceiling size
Step 9 · Cabinets
Tell us about the cabinet installation.
We supply and install cabinets. Pricing is per linear foot — base and upper cabinets are counted separately. The more linear feet, the more the cost.
💡 How to measure: Measure the total length of your cabinet runs along the wall. Count base cabinets and upper cabinets separately. A typical 10×10 kitchen has about 20 LF of base and 10 LF of uppers.
Cabinet type
Stock / Prefab
Ready-to-assemble from big box store. Fastest lead time.
💚 Lower end of cabinet pricing
Semi-Custom
Factory-built with more size/style options. 4–8 week lead time.
🟡 Mid-range cabinet pricing
Full Custom
Built to exact specs by a cabinet maker. Best fit and finish.
🔴 Higher end — longer lead time
Linear footage
Base Cabinets (LF)
20
Upper Cabinets (LF)
10
Special cabinet features
Select all that apply
Trash Slide-Out
Built-in pull-out trash and recycling bin inside a base cabinet.
🟡 Adds to installation labor
Rollout Shelves (×3)
Three rollout shelf systems for pantry and base cabinets — full-extension, soft-close.
🟡 Moderate — per set of 3
Deep Drawers for Pots & Pans
Wide, deep drawer system for storing pots, pans, and large cookware.
🟡 Adds to installation complexity
Spice Rack System
Built-in spice pull-out or door-mounted spice rack system.
💚 Minor addition
Additional Pull-Out Shelves
Extra full-extension pull-out organizers inside base cabinets.
🟡 Adds to installation labor
Glass Door Inserts
Upper cabinets with glass panel doors — requires extra handling.
🟡 Minor upcharge
Crown Molding
Crown molding installed on top of upper cabinets.
🟡 Moderate — cutting and fitting labor
Pantry Cabinet
Full-height pantry or tall cabinet unit.
🟡 Counted in LF but adds complexity
✅ All drawers include soft-close mechanisms as standard — every drawer in your kitchen will have soft-close hardware included in the installation.
Step 10 · Countertop
Tell us about the countertop installation.
We supply and install countertops. Pricing is per square foot including a 5% overage. The countertop area includes the island if applicable.
Countertop material
Quartz
Engineered stone — durable, non-porous, wide color range. Most popular choice.
🟡 Mid to higher range
Granite
Natural stone — unique patterns, requires sealing. Classic and durable.
🟡 Mid to higher range
Marble / Natural Stone
Luxury natural stone — requires careful handling and sealing.
🔴 Premium material — highest install complexity
Laminate / Butcher Block
Cost-effective option. Easier to install, lighter material.
💚 Lower end — simpler install
Countertop area
Total Countertop Area (sq ft)
40
Special countertop features
Select all that apply
Waterfall Edge (Island)
Countertop cascades down the side of the island to the floor.
🔴 Significant — extra material and precision cuts
Undermount Sink Cutout
Precision cutout for undermount sink — requires templating.
🟡 Moderate — per cutout
Cooktop Cutout
Cutout for drop-in or undermount cooktop.
🟡 Moderate — per cutout
Step 11 · Finish Installations & Timeline
Final installations and project timing.
Installation labor for all finish items. Client supplies all finish materials except cabinets and countertops — we install everything.
Select all that apply
Sink & Faucet Install
Set and connect kitchen sink and faucet (labor only).
Dishwasher Install
Set and connect dishwasher (labor only).
Range / Cooktop Install
Set and connect gas or electric range or cooktop (labor only).
Hood Install
Mount and connect range hood or vent (labor only).
Microwave / OTR Install
Mount over-the-range or built-in microwave (labor only).
Refrigerator Install
Set and connect refrigerator, including water line (labor only).
Cabinet Hardware
Install all cabinet pulls, knobs, and hinges (labor only).
Light Fixtures
Mount pendants, recessed lights, under-cabinet lights (labor only).
When are you looking to start?
🔥 ASAP
Ready within 1 month.
📅 1–3 Months
Planning ahead, ready soon.
🗓️ 3–6 Months
Still in research phase.
⏰ Flexible
No rush, exploring options.
Step 12 · Your Estimate
Your Kitchen Remodel Estimate
Built from your answers using real Los Angeles pricing — including cabinets, countertops, labor and rough materials.
Estimated Total Range (Cabinets, Countertops, Labor & Rough Materials)
Calculating…
Includes: Cabinets, countertops, labor, and rough materials. Not included: Appliances, finish fixtures (faucet, sink, hood), flooring material, backsplash tile, and city permit fees — these are selected separately.
Total Estimate
Note: This is a ballpark estimate based on your selections and current LA market rates. Final pricing is determined after a free on-site visit. We provide a detailed written estimate before any work begins — no surprises.
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