What a kitchen remodel typically costs
| Scope | What it usually includes | Typical US range |
|---|---|---|
| Light refresh | Paint, refinished cabinets or new doors, hardware, lighting, a new faucet | $5,000–$15,000 |
| Full update | New cabinets and countertops, backsplash, flooring, lighting, some appliances | $15,000–$50,000 |
| High-end | Custom cabinetry, stone countertops, premium appliances, layout changes | $50,000–$100,000+ |
These are broad national ranges. The size of the room, the finishes you choose and local labour rates move the number a long way, which is why the calculator prices your kitchen from your photos and your location instead of an average.
What the calculator prices
- Cabinets: refinish, reface or replace
- Countertops and backsplash
- Flooring
- Lighting and electrical work
- Sink, faucet and plumbing, including moving the sink
- Appliances
- Strip-out, painting and finishing
- Layout changes, when you ask for them
Each one is its own line with a low–high cost, how long it takes, and whether it’s a DIY job or one for a contractor.
What changes the price most
- Keeping the layout. Moving the sink, the range or a wall adds plumbing, electrical work and often a permit.
- Cabinets. Refinishing or new doors costs a fraction of new cabinets, and is often the biggest single saving.
- Countertop material. Laminate, quartz and natural stone sit in very different price bands.
- Where you live. Labour can be half the bill, and rates differ widely between areas.
- DIY or contractor. Choose DIY and the report prices materials, and flags the jobs that need a licensed pro.
A real example
This is a real paid report: a mid-range full kitchen refresh in the United Kingdom, done by a contractor. It came to £15,500–£31,300 over 8 tasks, with about £13,300 of estimated added value and a 3–4 week timeline.
| Task | Cost |
|---|---|
| Strip out existing kitchen and disconnect services | £800–£1,500 |
| Electrical first fix and new lighting | £1,200–£2,500 |
| Plumbing first fix for sink and appliances | £800–£1,800 |
| Supply and install mid-range cabinets | £6,000–£12,000 |
| Install worktops and upstands | £2,500–£4,500 |
| Install sink, tap and appliances | £1,200–£3,000 |
| Lay new hard-wearing flooring | £1,800–£3,500 |
| Tile splashback and paint walls and ceiling | £1,200–£2,500 |
See the full kitchen report, with tips, the value of each change and the before & after.
How the calculator works
- Photograph the kitchen as it is today. One to three photos. Wide shots from the doorway and the opposite corner work best.
- Say what you have in mind. Pick a light refresh, a full update or high-end, DIY or contractor, and what you'd like to change. Or let us suggest what's worth doing.
- Get your estimate in about a minute. The free preview shows the scope and every task. The full report adds every cost, the value each change adds, before & after images and a printable PDF for a one-time $9.99.
Questions
How accurate is the kitchen remodel cost calculator?
It gives low–high ranges based on what it can see in your photos and typical prices where you live. Use it to set a budget and to check contractor quotes. It is not a fixed quote: problems hidden behind walls or under floors, like old wiring or water damage, can’t be seen in a photo.
Is it free?
The preview is free with no sign-up: you see the scope and the list of tasks. The full report with every cost, value added, before & after images and a PDF is a one-time $9.99. No subscription.
Can it price a DIY kitchen remodel?
Yes. Choose DIY and the report prices materials and tools, and marks work that needs a licensed professional, such as gas and electrical.
Does it work outside the US?
Yes. It prices in your local currency for your country and, if you give it, your town or city, because labour rates vary a lot from place to place.