Kitchen Remodeling in Kent, WA

Kitchen Remodeling in Kent, WA

Owner-operated kitchen remodels for Kent homeowners — from quick refreshes to full gut renovations across East Hill, West Hill, Panther Lake, and downtown Kent. Licensed, insured, and 0 minutes — we are based in Kent.

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A Local Contractor Who Actually Knows Kent Kitchens

Kent's housing stock is what shapes every remodel decision here. Kent's housing stock is a real mix. Older mid-century homes in West Hill and Panther Lake were built between the 1950s and 1970s — that often means original galvanized supply lines, 60-amp panels, and load-bearing walls in awkward places. Newer subdivisions on East Hill (built mostly 1990s–2000s) come with engineered trusses and modern wiring, where the bigger upside is finally replacing the builder-grade finishes.

We're based right here in Kent — our team works in this market every week, and we know the neighborhoods, the inspectors, and the housing stock as well as anyone in town. That proximity matters — when materials show up damaged or an inspector needs a same-day correction, we are not driving in from Seattle.

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What's Included

Everything Your Kitchen Remodel Needs — Under One Roof

We handle the full scope so you're not chasing four subs. Below is what's typically included in a Kent kitchen project; we tailor every estimate to your home.

Cabinetry

Custom, semi-custom, or stock cabinet installation with soft-close hardware, pull-outs, and crown detail. Refacing available where the boxes are still sound.

Countertops

Quartz, granite, butcher block, and solid surface. Templating, fabrication coordination, and seamless installation included.

Plumbing

Sink and faucet swaps, dishwasher rough-ins, ice-maker lines, and re-piping outdated supply lines common in older homes.

Electrical

Code-compliant outlets and GFCIs, under-cabinet wiring, dedicated circuits for ranges and microwaves, and panel upgrades when required.

Flooring

LVP, engineered hardwood, tile, or refinishing existing hardwoods. Subfloor repair included when we open things up and find rot.

Tile & Backsplash

Subway, mosaic, slab, and large-format tile. Proper substrate, waterproofing where needed, and clean grout lines.

Fixtures & Appliances

Faucets, sinks, range hoods, and appliance installation. We coordinate delivery so nothing arrives before we are ready for it.

Lighting

Recessed cans, pendants over islands, under-cabinet LED, and dimmer-friendly switching. Wired right the first time.

Permits & Inspections

We pull City of Kent permits when plumbing, electrical, gas, or structural work is involved, and we schedule the inspections.

Custom cabinetry & quartz countertops
Full layout redesign with island

Kent Permits & Considerations

What to Know Before You Start

The City of Kent requires a building permit any time a kitchen remodel involves structural changes, electrical alterations, plumbing relocation, or gas line work. A like-for-like cosmetic refresh (paint, cabinet doors, countertops with no plumbing relocation) usually doesn't require a permit — but the moment you move a sink or add a circuit, it does.

We pull every required permit through the Kent Permit Center, coordinate the rough-in and final inspections, and keep documentation in your project file so it's there if you sell the home later. Skipping permits is one of the most common ways homeowners get burned at resale.

  • Permits filed with the City of Kent under our license, not yours
  • Rough-in and final inspections scheduled and met on-site
  • Kent inspectors are generally fast on scheduling — we usually get next-day or two-day rough-in inspections
  • Permit copies handed to you at close-out for resale records

Honest Pricing

What a Kitchen Remodel Typically Costs in Kent

Kent sits in the mid-range of the Puget Sound market. Below are the typical ranges we see — your number depends on size, scope, and material selection, and you'll get an itemized estimate before any work starts.

Refresh
$20,000 – $32,000

Cabinet refacing or paint, new countertops, sink & faucet swap, backsplash, and updated lighting. Same footprint, no moving plumbing.

Mid-Range Remodel
$32,000 – $50,000

New stock or semi-custom cabinets, quartz counters, new appliances, flooring, lighting, and minor electrical/plumbing updates. The most common project here.

Full Custom
$50,000 – $65,000+

Custom cabinetry, layout changes, wall removal, premium appliances, panel upgrades, and high-end finishes.

Ranges are typical Kent kitchen project costs and don't include unforeseen repairs (rot, knob-and-tube replacement, etc.) — we flag those in writing the moment we find them, never bury them in a final invoice.

How We Work

Five Steps. No Surprises.

A clear process that keeps your Kent project on schedule, on budget, and easy to follow week-to-week.

1

Consultation

We come to your home, measure, listen to what you want, and talk through budget and timeline honestly.

2

Design & Estimate

Layout, material selection, and an itemized written estimate. You approve every line before we order.

3

Permits

We pull the City of Kent permits and schedule inspections so you don’t have to think about it.

4

Build

Demo, plumbing, electrical, finish work — done by our crew, not subbed out to strangers.

5

Walkthrough

Final inspection, punch-list with you on-site, permit close-out, and a written warranty handed over.

Kent Kitchen Remodel FAQs

Questions Kent Homeowners Ask Us

Do you pull permits in Kent, WA?
Yes. We pull all required permits through the Kent Permit Center for kitchen remodels that involve plumbing, electrical, gas, or structural work. We handle the application, inspection scheduling, and code compliance so you don't have to.
How long does a kitchen remodel take in Kent?
Most Kent kitchen projects run 4 to 8 weeks of active construction once demo begins. Cabinet refresh projects can wrap in 2–3 weeks. Full gut renovations with layout changes typically take 8–12 weeks, plus 2–4 weeks of design and permitting before that. You'll get a written week-by-week schedule before we start.
What does a kitchen remodel cost in Kent, WA?
Most Kent kitchen projects fall between $20,000 and $65,000. A typical mid-range project with new semi-custom cabinets, quartz counters, and updated lighting usually lands around $32,000–$50,000. Custom cabinetry, premium appliances, and layout changes push toward the upper end. You'll get an itemized estimate.
Do you work in East Hill and West Hill?
Yes — East Hill and West Hill are regular work areas for us, along with the rest of Kent. We're based right here in Kent — our team works in this market every week, and we know the neighborhoods, the inspectors, and the housing stock as well as anyone in town, Scheduling site visits and the build itself is straightforward.
Are you licensed and insured in Washington?
Yes. Big Build Construction is fully licensed, bonded, and insured to work in Washington State, including Kent. All work is performed to code and inspected where required.

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