Your kitchen is dated and is just downright frustrating to work in, which can set the whole tone of your day and evening. Maybe it’s cramped, dark, or you bought the house and always wanted to update your kitchen to suit your own style. No matter the reason, you’re probably like many homeowners and are curious about what your vision will cost. The cost will come down to the size of your kitchen, how much you’d like to improve, and if you’d like to add more space to your current area.
To help break down the cost of kitchens, we’ve created averages of each level of common remodels. These are averages and your kitchen remodel might fall near them, somewhere in between, or even beyond based on your kitchen design.
A minor kitchen remodel usually involves only cosmetic changes, like taking out and installing new finishes and features. There aren’t any layout changes or expansions included in a minor kitchen remodel. Instead, your cabinet doors, backsplash, countertops, flooring, appliances, and other finishes will be replaced with new midrange finishes, leaving you with a fresh new kitchen.
This level of remodel in Naperville, Illinois, will cost around $45,000. If you’d like to choose high-grade finishes, like natural stone, high-end flooring, or a marble slab backsplash, your price for the remodel will be higher. Your design-build team will be able to guide you through the selection process to ensure your project stays within budget while achieving a design that you love.
A major kitchen remodel offers more changes, like completely replacing the cabinets with soft-close hinges, possibly adding a convenient island, and adding higher-end finishes that offer a more luxurious feel. You’ll have the option to choose items like a quartz backsplash, granite countertops, and higher-end new appliances.
A kitchen remodel at this level will cost around $77,000 in Naperville. When choosing new cabinets, ask about custom options like slide-out shelving, outlets concealed in the cabinetry, drawers with built-in dividers, and some built-in appliances. Your island should also include plenty of storage to make the most of your space.
You’ll also want to ask your design-build team about the types of tile, durable flooring, and countertop materials that will fit within your budget. If you’d like high-grade marble countertops, be flexible and willing to compromise on builder-grade materials somewhere else to balance out your budget. Getting your dream features will be worth compromising elsewhere.
An upscale Naperville kitchen remodel will include changing your layout, creating more space and better flow. A wall may be removed to create an open floor plan and make room for a new island. This will also make more room for all the storage you need. Your new all-wood cabinets also offer custom options at the upscale level, perhaps even more options. You’d also enjoy a nice farmhouse sink, marble countertops, new energy-efficient appliances, and high-end wood-look tile flooring.
These features and changing your kitchen’s layout to create a more convenient flow will on average cost around $120,000. Consider including smart appliances, a slab backsplash, a sizable walk-in pantry, or even a butler’s pantry. When you add luxury finishes, smart features, and auxiliary rooms, your cost will exceed this average. However, if these features will improve your life at home, make spending time in your kitchen more enjoyable, and your budget can cover your dream kitchen, you won’t regret your investment.
With all of this talk about choosing your finishes, you may be wondering how you’ll decide what’s best for your kitchen. You’ll start by understanding your specific style. Take some time and search online or flip through magazines to see what you like. Whatever your sources, save them online or in a folder so your designer can whittle down the options they show you based on the styles you like.
Doing some homework before meeting with the person who will help you with product selection will serve to shorten meetings and lessen the decisions you’ll have to make. From the type of cabinet fronts and flooring to the sink and backsplash, think about your dream kitchen and go from there. Even if you think certain finishes are out of your budget, you may be able to choose a blend of high-end finishes and builder-grade finishes to create a beautiful space you’ll love well into the future.
Knowing what you want out of a kitchen remodel won’t help if your remodeler tries to drive the process, leaving you in the backseat. You’ll want a remodeler that learns about your kitchen routines and personal style to achieve your vision. A remodeler should work alongside you, not be in charge of the whole process.
Smardbuild is a design-build firm in Naperville, Illinois, that treasures working with clients to deliver their dream spaces, including kitchens and bathrooms. Our professionalism, proven process, and skills speak volumes. To learn more about Smardbuild, our process, and start planning your brand-new kitchen, contact us to schedule a consultation.