Kitchen remodeling
Kitchen Remodeling in Scottsdale and Phoenix
A kitchen remodel with Sonoran Building Solutions runs $8,500 to $22,500, confirmed at the free assessment. We handle demolition, plumbing and electrical rough-in, cabinets, counters, backsplash and fixtures under Arizona ROC 368140, with one crew chief running the schedule.
- $8,500 to $22,500
- ROC 368140
- One crew chief on site
- Written scope before demolition
What a kitchen remodel costs
The owner-confirmed range for a kitchen remodel is $8,500 to $22,500. We confirm where your kitchen sits in that range at the free assessment, after we have measured the room and seen what is behind the walls.
| Kitchen scope | What it usually looks like |
|---|---|
| Lower in the range | Same layout, new cabinets or refaced boxes, new counters, backsplash, fixtures |
| Middle | Same layout, full cabinet and counter replacement, new sink and lighting |
| Upper end | Larger room, moved plumbing or gas, custom cabinet runs, stone counters, wall changes |
The table is a guide, not a quote. A small kitchen with expensive stone can cost more than a big kitchen with simple laminate. The written scope lists each line, so you can see where a finish choice changes the total.
Where the kitchen sits in the order of operations
Interior remodels come after the shell is sealed. Roof, stucco and windows go first, because a leak from above will destroy new cabinets and drywall. Inside, the kitchen comes before flooring and final paint.
- Exterior shell sealed.
- Demolition and rough-in plumbing and electrical.
- Inspection, then drywall.
- Cabinets, then counter templating and install.
- Backsplash, fixtures and appliances.
- Flooring and final paint where the plan calls for them.
See the kitchens and baths page for how this fits a whole-house plan, and our flooring page for what follows.
The decisions that set the price
Layout. Keeping the sink, range and refrigerator where they are is the single biggest saving. Moving a sink or gas line means opening walls and, in many Arizona homes, cutting through a concrete slab to reach drains.
Cabinets. Stock, semi-custom and custom cabinets are priced very differently, and lead time follows. Cabinet painting or refacing is a lower-cost route when the boxes are sound.
Counters. Laminate, quartz, granite and solid surface each have a different price and template schedule. Counters are measured after cabinets are installed, which adds days.
Appliances. Sizes drive cabinet openings. We want the appliance model numbers before cabinets are ordered.
What is behind the walls. Old plumbing, outdated wiring or past water damage show up when walls open. We tell you the moment we find them and put the cost in writing before continuing.
Arizona details that affect a kitchen
Many Phoenix-area homes sit on concrete slabs, so plumbing moves are slower and costlier than in a house with a crawlspace. Hard water in much of the Valley leaves mineral buildup on faucets, sinks and dishwashers, so fixture finishes are worth choosing with that in mind. Summer heat also affects material delivery and curing. And in an HOA, exterior changes such as a new window over the sink may need approval before work starts.
How a kitchen job runs
Week one is planning. We measure, confirm appliance sizes, order long lead items and pull permits if needed. Demolition follows with dust barriers and protected floors. Rough-in work is inspected before walls close. Then cabinets arrive and are set level, counters are templated, and the backsplash and fixtures go in.
Throughout, one crew chief is on site and is your point of contact. We tell you the schedule in writing and tell you first if a date moves.
Planning the work zones
Before cabinets go in, we agree on the working triangle between sink, range and refrigerator, and on where the trash, pantry and landing space for groceries will sit. Those choices cost nothing on paper and a lot to change once counters are cut. We mark the layout on the floor so you can stand in it.
Mistakes to avoid
- Ordering cabinets before appliance sizes are confirmed
- Finishing the kitchen and then discovering a roof leak above it
- Laying new floors before cabinets are in
- Picking counters before checking the template and lead time
- Opening walls without a written price for what you find
When to call
Call while you are still choosing cabinets and layout, not after you have ordered. We will walk the room, listen to what you want and give you a written order of operations with price lines. Bathrooms follow the same process; see bathroom remodeling.
What's included
What every kitchen remodel includes
- Measured plan and written scope before demolition
- Permits pulled when plumbing, electrical or structure changes
- Dust control and a protected path through the house
- Rough-in plumbing and electrical, inspected before walls close
- Cabinets set level and counters templated after install
- Backsplash, fixtures and appliances installed
- A temporary kitchen plan so you can still eat at home
- Final walkthrough with the punch list closed out
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Answers first
Kitchen remodeling FAQ
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Scottsdale?
Kitchen remodels run $8,500 to $22,500, confirmed at the free assessment. Room size, layout changes, cabinet and counter choices and what is found behind the walls set where you land.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
Most kitchens take several weeks on site, and the exact length depends on permits and cabinet lead time. We give you a written schedule at the start and tell you before any date moves.
Can I stay in my house during a kitchen remodel?
Yes, most people do. We set up a temporary kitchen, protect the paths through the house and warn you before water or power goes off.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Arizona?
Usually when the work moves plumbing, gas or electrical, or touches structure. Cabinet and counter swaps in the same footprint often do not. We confirm with your city and pull the permit under ROC 368140.
Should the kitchen be done before the floors?
Usually yes. Cabinets and appliances scratch and stain new flooring. Floors go in after the kitchen, unless the plan puts flooring under the cabinets.
Why are cabinets the biggest cost in a kitchen remodel?
Because a kitchen is mostly cabinet boxes, doors and hardware, and lead time and finish change the price a lot. Counters, plumbing changes and appliances are the next largest items.
Service area
Kitchen remodeling in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa and Gilbert
Open the walls once and close them once
Book the free assessment. We measure the kitchen, talk through your layout and give you a written scope with price lines. You keep it either way.