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Cost of Remodelling a Kitchen

Cost of Remodelling a Kitchen - How much does it cost to renovate a kitchen in Ottawa?

Kitchen renovation costs have the biggest variability out of all renovations. The biggest determinate in a kitchen renovation cost is cabinets and layout. If you leave the same kitchen and simply change the counter-top and cabinets it is significantly cheaper than redesigning your kitchen completely.

Kitchen Renovation Cost Variables

A big variable in kitchen remodelling cost is a load wall. Load walls often carry plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems in them. They were never meant to be removed so builders would often put a lot of the systems in load walls. They are structural and require an engineer's approval before removing. That being said, open concept kitchens are a very popular renovation and many homeowners are willing to pay the cost difference to get what they want. Removing a load wall can cost anywhere from $2,500-$10,000 depending on the length and amount of systems involved. It's definitely worth the investment if it works with the kitchen design.

Another big variable is kitchen layout. Rearranging your kitchen layout requires a lot of electrical and sometimes plumbing work as well because the kitchen needs to be wired and plumbed to a very specific code. It means new transition points and a lot of troubleshooting to account for the new layout. However if you are looking at a makeover, changing the cabinets and countertop often doesn't supply enough change. You want a new kitchen feeling which is done with a new layout.

If changing the kitchen layout is not the way to go then adding a kitchen island is the next best thing. What we find is very popular and looks really amazing is removing a separation wall (usually load bearing) and adding a nice kitchen island in its place. Kitchen islands transform your kitchen while adding usable, quality space.

How much do new cabinets cost?

New kitchen cabinets vary wildly in their pricing. The least expensive cabinets are melamine; the most expensive are exotic woods. The most popular is oak. The biggest determinate of kitchen cabinet costs, other than material choice, is details and size. A simple cabinet box is significantly cheaper than going to the ceiling with cabinets and having glass inserts and crown and valences and highly detailed doors with finished wood on the inside of the cabinets as well. Accessories can also add up, so be careful when designing your kitchen on a budget. Simple is always more economical.

How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Ottawa?

A kitchen renovation cost is one of the most difficult to price. A full kitchen renovation can go anywhere from $25, 000 - $100, 000. A single fixture can cost thousands of dollars. However the average price of a good quality kitchen renovation is between $40,000- $50,000. A good quality kitchen renovation would be a slightly larger kitchen with granite tops and a good amount of details. For $40,000 - $50,000 you should be able to get the kitchen that you want.

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