Kitchen Remodel Cost Calculator
Estimate your kitchen renovation cost by cabinet quality, countertop material, appliance package, and whether you're adding an island.
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What drives kitchen remodel costs?
Cabinets and countertops together account for 40–50% of a typical kitchen remodel. Stock cabinets from a big-box store run $60–$200 per linear foot installed; semi-custom $150–$350; fully custom $500–$1,200+. Countertop material is the next biggest decision: laminate starts around $20/sq ft installed, granite and quartz run $60–$120, and marble can exceed $200/sq ft. Appliance packages span from $2,000 (basic) to $20,000+ (professional grade). Labour for electrical and plumbing work adds another 20–30% on top of materials.
Does layout change affect price dramatically?
Moving the sink or range to a different wall means rerouting plumbing and gas lines — budget an extra $1,500–$4,000 per trade move. Keeping the same layout (called a 'like-for-like' remodel) is the single biggest cost-control lever available. If you need more space, adding a peninsula instead of a full island saves $3,000–$8,000 while still adding counter space and seating.
Smart ways to stretch your kitchen budget
Repaint cabinet boxes and replace only the doors and hardware — you get 80% of the visual impact for 30% of the cost. Quartz outperforms granite for durability and requires no sealing, often matching granite on price. For appliances, mid-range brands (Bosch, KitchenAid) hit 90% of professional-grade performance at half the price. Always order 15% extra tile to account for cuts and future repairs. And sequence carefully: rough work (electrical, plumbing, drywall) before cabinets, cabinets before countertops, countertops before backsplash.
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