Kitchen Remodeling in Lehigh Acres, FL
A kitchen remodel goes best when the person building the cabinets is part of the plan from day one. Contrera Cabinets leads kitchen remodels from the cabinets outward.
- Cabinet-led remodels
- Layout planned first
- Owner on the job
Why we start a kitchen remodel with the cabinets
In most kitchens, the cabinets decide where everything else goes: the sink, the range, the refrigerator and the walkways between them. So the cabinet plan is the first thing we settle, and we plan the remodel around it rather than the other way around.
A typical Lehigh Acres kitchen is a single-story block home with an open or semi-open plan, builder-grade cabinets and a countertop that was current in the 2000s. Remodeling it often means improving how it is laid out, not just replacing finishes.
We handle the demolition, cabinet build, installation and carpentry. Work that requires a licensed plumber or electrician goes to the appropriate licensed trade, and we plan the cabinet schedule around theirs.
Signs it is time to remodel the kitchen
A new coat of paint rarely fixes the reasons people start thinking about a remodel.
Not enough counter space
If every surface is already in use at dinner time, a layout change or a peninsula can fix what cosmetic updates cannot.
The work triangle is broken
Walking across the room between sink, stove and refrigerator, or opening a door into an oven, signals a layout that is working against you.
Failing cabinets and surfaces
Swollen sink bases, peeling laminate and stained counters are costly to patch and keep returning.
Appliances that do not fit the room
Bigger refrigerators and range hoods are common upgrades that force changes to the surrounding cabinets.
You want the kitchen open to the living area
Opening a wall or cutting a pass-through is a structural question, and in block homes it needs to be planned carefully.
Selling or staying put
A kitchen refresh before listing is different from a remodel you will live with for ten years, and the plan should reflect which one you are doing.
The order of a kitchen remodel
The sequence below is the reason a remodel feels organized instead of chaotic.
- Walk the kitchen and set the scope We look at the space, talk through what you want to change and decide what stays, what goes and what can be reused.
- Draw the layout We design the cabinet plan and confirm appliance sizes, so the layout is settled before any demolition.
- Line up permits and materials Anything that requires a permit is identified up front, and long-lead items are ordered early.
- Demolition and rough work Old cabinets and fixtures come out, then we repair walls or subfloor and coordinate any plumbing and electrical rough-in with the licensed trades.
- Install cabinets, then surfaces Cabinets go in first, then countertops are measured and set, followed by backsplash, trim and hardware.
- Final walkthrough We go through the kitchen with you, adjust doors and drawers and handle the punch list before we finish.
What a kitchen remodel costs depends on
No two remodels are alike, which is why we price after we have seen the kitchen. These are the biggest levers.
Scope: same footprint or new layout
Keeping the sink, range and refrigerator where they are is much cheaper than moving them.
Plumbing and electrical changes
Moving a sink in a slab-on-grade house means cutting concrete, and new appliance circuits require licensed electrical work.
Cabinet quality and quantity
Box material, door style, finish and interior fittings are the largest line item in most kitchens.
Countertops and backsplash
Material, edge profile and the amount of backsplash tile vary widely in cost.
Flooring continuity
New cabinets may require patching or replacing flooring where the old layout used to be.
Hidden conditions
Water or pest damage found during demolition is repaired as a separate, clearly priced item.
Why remodel your kitchen with Contrera Cabinets
The kitchen is where the most money is spent and where most mistakes happen: a cabinet that is two inches too wide, a hood that clashes with the uppers. Having the cabinet builder run the remodel keeps those mistakes out of the schedule.
Mariano has spent more than 20 years doing exactly this kind of work, and he is the one who walks the room with you.
- The cabinet maker plans the room. Layout comes before demolition.
- Carpentry is included. Fillers, trim, patches and details stay in one crew.
- Clear sequencing. You know what happens first and why.
- Direct line to the owner. You can call or text and reach the person on your job.
Kitchen remodeling in Lehigh Acres and nearby
We remodel kitchens in Lehigh Acres and take projects in Fort Myers and the surrounding area. Call (305) 609-8945 and tell us where your project is.
Questions people ask us
Do I need a permit to remodel my kitchen in Lehigh Acres?
It depends on what changes. Lehigh Acres is unincorporated, so permits are handled through Lee County. Replacing cabinets in the same footprint is a different animal from moving plumbing, adding electrical circuits or opening a wall. We tell you which parts of your plan need a permit before work starts, so there are no surprises.
How long will my kitchen be out of service?
The honest answer is that it depends on the scope, the cabinet build time and when countertops and appliances arrive. The kitchen is usable the least during demolition and between template and countertop installation. We lay out the sequence up front so you can plan a temporary setup for the days that matter.
Can I keep my existing countertops, flooring or appliances?
Sometimes. Countertops are usually templated to the new cabinets, so keeping them is rare unless the layout stays exactly the same. Flooring that runs under the old cabinets may need patching where new cabinets sit differently. Appliances are easy to keep as long as the new openings are built around them.
Should I choose appliances before the cabinets are built?
Yes. Cabinet openings, hood height and the clearance around the refrigerator all come from the appliance sizes, so ordering cabinets before you know your appliances invites a layout that does not fit.
What happens if you find damage when the old cabinets come out?
It happens in older kitchens. Water-stained subfloor, a rotted sink base or old pest damage can hide behind cabinets. We show you what we find, explain the repair and price it separately instead of burying it, so you decide with the facts in front of you.
Services that go with a kitchen remodel
Start planning your kitchen remodel
Tell us about your kitchen and what you would like to change. We will set a time to come see it.
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