A full kitchen remodel in Wichita means tearing out everything down to the studs (or close to it) and rebuilding with new cabinets, counters, flooring, lighting, plumbing, electrical, and often a reworked layout. It is the highest-impact single project a homeowner can undertake - and according to the 2024 Cost vs. Value Report, minor kitchen remodels in our region recover 96.1% of cost at resale, the strongest ROI of any home improvement category. Major mid-range remodels recover 49.5% directly while delivering daily quality-of-life gains for the years you live in the home before selling.
We have been doing kitchen-only remodels in Wichita since 2015. That focus matters because the same problems repeat: 1980s honey-oak cabinets, sinks plumbed with galvanized lines, kitchens walled off from the rest of the house, electrical panels without dedicated kitchen circuits. Specialists see those patterns coming and quote them accurately the first time.
What's Included in a Full Kitchen Remodel
Every full remodel includes the items below. Anything outside this scope (basement work, bathroom tie-ins, exterior changes) we don't take on - we'll refer you to a trusted partner.
- Demolition & haul-away - old cabinets, counters, flooring, fixtures, and appliances
- Layout changes - wall removal (load-bearing or non-bearing), bumpouts, new doorways
- Plumbing rough-in - relocated sinks, dishwasher lines, ice-maker lines, gas runs for ranges
- Electrical rough-in - to-code circuits for small appliances, dishwasher, disposal, microwave, range, refrigerator, plus dedicated GFCI/AFCI protection
- Drywall & paint - patching, retexturing, full prime and paint of kitchen + adjacent rooms affected
- Cabinetry - custom or semi-custom in maple, oak, cherry, walnut, or painted MDF
- Counters - quartz, granite, butcher block, or porcelain slab; templated digitally and fabricated locally
- Backsplash & tile - full-height stone, subway, mosaic, or porcelain
- Flooring - tile, LVP, or engineered hardwood, with subfloor leveling where required
- Lighting - layered ambient, task, and accent on separate dimmer-controlled circuits
- Appliance install - including paneled-appliance integration if specified
- Permits & inspections - pulled and coordinated through Wichita MABCD
- Final clean & punch list - every drawer, every door, every grout line walked before sign-off
Signs Your Wichita Kitchen Is Ready for a Full Remodel
- Cabinets are 1980s oak, 1990s laminate, or builder-grade from the early 2000s
- Layout was designed before kitchens became the social center of the house
- You have fewer than 8 outlets total on the counter run
- Floor flexes when you walk on it (subfloor or joist deflection)
- Counters have water damage, chips, or visible seam separation
- You can't fit two adults in the work zone without bumping
- Resale is 5+ years out and the kitchen is the lowest-grade room in the house
Our Process - 7 Steps from First Call to Final Walk-Through
- Free in-home consultation (45–60 min) - we measure, photograph, and listen. You get a written follow-up within 48 hours with a project range, not a generic brochure.
- Design & 3D rendering (1–3 weeks) - full walk-through video of your proposed kitchen before any product is ordered. Most clients request 2–4 changes at this stage.
- Itemized written quote - every cabinet, every linear foot of counter, every fixture. Fixed-price contract, no "ballparks."
- Material ordering & lead-time confirmation (4–6 weeks) - we don't demo anything until cabinets are physically in our warehouse. This prevents you living through dust during a backorder.
- Demolition & rough-in (1–2 weeks) - temporary kitchen station set up in your home, dust containment installed, work zone sealed.
- Cabinet, counter, tile, and finish install (4–6 weeks) - staggered to keep crews productive without piling up.
- Punch list & final walk-through - average punch-list at this stage on our projects: under 4 items.
Material & Method Options Compared
| Choice | Mid-range option | Upgrade option | Cost delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabinets | Semi-custom maple, painted | Full-custom inset, dovetail boxes | +$8,000–$18,000 |
| Counters | Quartz, 3cm slab | Marble or quartzite, 3cm | +$2,500–$6,000 |
| Flooring | Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) | Engineered hardwood or porcelain tile | +$1,500–$4,500 |
| Backsplash | 3x12 ceramic subway | Full-height stone slab match | +$1,800–$5,000 |
| Lighting | 4-zone with LED recessed | 6-zone with toe-kick + accent | +$1,200–$3,500 |
Pricing Factors Specific to Wichita Homes
Three things move the cost of a Wichita kitchen remodel more than anything else:
- Wall removal. Most kitchens in Wichita ranches and split-levels are walled off. Removing a load-bearing wall typically adds $4,500–$8,000 for the beam, posts, and structural engineering letter.
- Electrical bring-up-to-code. Pre-1990 homes usually need a full kitchen rewire to meet current NEC requirements (GFCI, AFCI, dedicated circuits). Plan $2,500–$5,500.
- Cabinet quality tier. The single largest budget lever. Stock cabinets from a big-box retailer can run $6,000 for a typical layout; full-custom built locally can run $35,000+ for the same footprint.
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Local Wichita Context
Wichita's clay soil shifts seasonally, which affects floor flatness more than people expect. We pull a level on every kitchen floor before quoting flooring; if deflection exceeds 1/8" over 10 ft we add layout-grade plywood or self-leveling underlayment before tile or LVP goes down. Wichita summers also mean kitchens with poor return-air paths run hot during cook events - we coordinate with HVAC subs when a remodel reveals undersized returns. Permits go through MABCD (the Wichita Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department); typical turnaround is 5–10 business days for residential remodel permits.
Why Choose Us
Wichita Kitchens Completed
Every project since 2015 has been a kitchen. No bathrooms, no basements, no decks. That focus shows up in faster diagnoses, fewer change orders, and tighter punch lists.
No "Ballpark" Estimates
Every quote is itemized line by line with fixed pricing. The number you sign at week zero is the number you pay at final walk-through, barring documented scope changes you approve in writing.
Workmanship Warranty
For as long as you own the home. Drawer slide fails because we hung it wrong? We fix it. That promise has cost us almost nothing since 2015 because we hire installers who don't make those mistakes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a full kitchen remodel cost in Wichita?
Most full kitchen remodels in Wichita run $35,000-$80,000 depending on cabinet style, counter material, and whether walls are moved. Minor remodels start around $15,000.
How long does a full kitchen remodel take?
From signed contract to final walk-through, expect 10-16 weeks total: 4-6 weeks for design and ordering, 6-10 weeks of active on-site work.
Will you handle permits?
Yes. We pull all required permits through the Wichita MABCD and coordinate every required inspection. Permit cost is included in your itemized estimate.
Can I keep my existing appliances?
Yes, if their dimensions match standard cabinet openings. We measure and verify clearances during design. If your fridge or range is non-standard size, we can build cabinets to fit it.
Do I have to pick everything before work starts?
All major selections (cabinets, counters, flooring, primary fixtures) need to be locked before demo so lead times don't delay the project. Smaller decisions like cabinet pulls can be made later.
Related Services
Most full remodels include several of these as line items. Click through for material details and pricing context on each:
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets - built-to-fit cabinetry with soft-close hardware and dovetail boxes
- Kitchen Countertops - quartz, granite, butcher block, porcelain slab
- Kitchen Islands - seating, prep sinks, induction, microwave drawers
- Kitchen Lighting Design - layered ambient, task, accent
- Luxury Kitchen Remodels - for $75k+ projects with paneled appliances
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