Know what your kitchen remodel should cost
Most projects run $31,900 – $52,100. Answer six quick questions for an itemised range tuned to your ZIP code — the whole number, up front, before we ask for anything.
What kitchen remodel work costs in 2026
| Project | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh Paint, hardware, lighting, backsplash — cabinets stay | $11,200 – $18,200 |
| Cabinet refacing New doors and veneer on the existing boxes | $16,000 – $26,000 |
| Mid-range remodel New cabinets, counters, flooring and appliances, layout unchanged | $31,900 – $52,100 |
| Layout change Moving plumbing, gas or load-bearing walls | $44,700 – $72,900 |
| Full gut renovation Down to studs, custom cabinetry, everything new | $55,900 – $91,100 |
Where the money goes
Cabinets and hardware
$13,900 · 33% of the job
Labour and installation
$10,100 · 24% of the job
Countertops
$5,050 · 12% of the job
Appliances and ventilation
$5,050 · 12% of the job
Flooring
$2,950 · 7% of the job
Plumbing and electrical
$2,950 · 7% of the job
Permits and disposal
$2,100 · 5% of the job
Questions homeowners ask
Is $20,000 enough for a kitchen remodel?
For a cosmetic refresh, comfortably — paint, hardware, lighting and a backsplash on a typical kitchen runs about $11,200 to $18,200. For new cabinets and counters it is tight; a mid-range remodel of a 150 sq ft kitchen starts closer to $32,000.
Can I redo my kitchen for $10,000?
Only cosmetically, and in a small kitchen. Most contractors have a job minimum near $12,000 for anything involving cabinet or counter replacement, so $10,000 realistically covers paint, hardware, lighting and possibly appliances.
What is a good budget for a kitchen remodel?
A common guideline is 10 to 15% of your home's value. In dollar terms, a mid-range remodel of a 150 sq ft kitchen keeping the existing layout runs roughly $32,000 to $52,000.
How much remodeling can be done with $100,000?
A gut renovation at mid-range finishes. A 240 sq ft kitchen gutted to the studs runs about $89,000 to $146,000 at mid-range, so $100,000 sits near the lower half of that. The same kitchen at premium finishes is closer to $235,000.