Is Briarcliff Kitchen Remodeling a contractor?
No. We pass your request to an independent local kitchen contractor, and that contractor does the work. See the about page for how the site works.
Does it cost anything to send a request?
No. Sending a request is free and there is no obligation. You pay the contractor only if you hire them.
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Westchester?
Block Renovation says most Westchester kitchen remodels start around $25,000 and can pass $75,000. Sweeten puts a mid-grade Westchester kitchen at about $40,000 to $50,000 and high-end kitchens at $120,000 or more. Size and layout changes drive the total.
How long does a full kitchen remodel take?
Block Renovation estimates about 6 to 12 weeks of construction for most Westchester kitchens. Including design, ordering, permits and inspection, plan on three to six months.
Do I need a permit?
Most remodels that move plumbing, gas or electrical lines or change walls need a building permit. Cosmetic updates may not. Your contractor should pull any permit needed.
How do I check a contractor's license?
Westchester County requires home improvement contractors to be licensed by the Westchester County Department of Consumer Protection. Ask for the license number and confirm it with the department, and ask for proof of insurance.
Should I reface or replace my cabinets?
Refacing works when the boxes are sound and the layout suits you, and Angi puts it at about $4,200 to $10,200. If you want to change the layout or the boxes are damaged, new cabinets make more sense.
How much room does a kitchen island need?
Planners commonly leave about 42 inches of walkway around an island, and about 48 inches where two people cook. Measure before you plan one.
Can we remove the wall between the kitchen and family room?
Often, but load-bearing walls need a beam sized by an engineer and a permit. HomeAdvisor puts wall removal at about $1,000 to $10,000 depending on the wall.
Which countertop is best?
Quartz and granite are the most common choices. Quartz has a consistent look and does not need sealing, while granite is natural stone that may need occasional sealing. Fixr puts quartz at about $2,600 to $4,400 for a typical kitchen.
What should a kitchen remodel contract include?
The full scope, cabinet and counter specs, allowances, who pulls the permit, the payment schedule and the expected timeline. Get it in writing before work starts.
Which towns do you take requests from?
Briarcliff Manor and towns within about 15 miles, including Ossining, Pleasantville, Chappaqua, Sleepy Hollow, Tarrytown, Croton-on-Hudson and Mount Kisco. See service areas for the full list.