Cabinets & countertops
$20,000 – $35,000
- New cabinets from our door programs
- New countertops and hardware
- Measurement, delivery and installation
- Plumbing, gas and walls stay where they are
2026 pricing guide
Kitchen remodel cost in Los Angeles.
What Los Angeles homeowners actually pay, what moves the number, and how to set a budget before you start.
Most kitchen remodels by Master Kitchen in Los Angeles cost between $20,000 and $100,000. Cabinets and countertops in the existing layout run $20,000 to $35,000, a full remodel with layout changes $35,000 to $75,000, and a full remodel with layout changes and custom cabinetry $75,000 to $100,000 or more. A full remodel takes 2–3 weeks on average.
Three price ranges, by scope.
Full remodel with layout changes
$35,000 – $75,000
The most common project
- Everything in the room replaced
- The layout reworked where the room needs it
- Cabinets, stone, backsplash, flooring and paint
- Demo, plumbing and electrical included
Full remodel with layout changes and custom cabinetry
$75,000 – $100,000+
- Walls, plumbing or gas lines moved
- Full-custom cabinetry built for the room
- Premium stone
- Permits and inspections for the structural work
These ranges reflect real Master Kitchen projects across Los Angeles. Your own number depends on the size of the room and the materials you choose, and it comes as a detailed estimate before any work begins. See what each level includes on the kitchen remodeling page.
What moves the price.
- Layout changes
- Moving plumbing, gas lines or walls adds more cost than any finish. Keeping the existing footprint is the fastest way to bring a budget down.
- Cabinetry
- Cabinets are usually the largest single line. A door program costs less than full-custom cabinetry built to your exact space.
- Stone
- Quartz, quartzite, granite, marble and porcelain vary widely in slab price. Waterfall edges, thick profiles and many cutouts add fabrication cost.
- Labor and installation
- Carpenters, electricians, plumbers and tile setters cost more in Los Angeles than in most of the country.
- Permits and inspections
- Most full remodels in Los Angeles need permits, especially when electrical, plumbing, gas or walls change. We pull and manage them.
- Appliances
- A standard appliance package is a modest share of the budget. Professional and built-in brands can cost several times as much.
Where the budget goes.
Typical shares of a full kitchen remodel. A kitchen with custom cabinets leans toward cabinetry; a refresh focused on counters and backsplash leans toward materials and labor.
| Category | Typical share of the budget |
|---|---|
| Cabinetry and hardware | 30 to 40% |
| Labor and installation | 30 to 40% |
| Countertops | 10 to 15% |
| Appliances | 8 to 15% |
| Flooring, backsplash and tile | 5 to 10% |
| Lighting, electrical and plumbing | 5 to 12% |
| Permits, design and fees | 5 to 10% |
How to set your budget.
Hold a contingency.
Set aside 10 to 15% for surprises behind the walls. Old wiring and corroded plumbing are common in older Los Angeles homes.
Decide what matters most.
Settle early whether custom cabinets, a larger island or better appliances come first, and spend there.
Keep the layout if it works.
A good design can change how the room looks and works without relocating a single pipe.
Get a fixed scope in writing.
A detailed proposal protects you from change orders in the middle of the project.
Questions about kitchen remodel cost.
What is the average kitchen remodel cost in Los Angeles?
Most Master Kitchen projects in Los Angeles cost between $20,000 and $100,000. A cabinets and countertops project typically runs $20,000 to $35,000, a full remodel with layout changes $35,000 to $75,000, and a full remodel with layout changes and custom cabinetry $75,000 to $100,000 or more.
How much does a 10x10 kitchen remodel cost in Los Angeles?
Scope matters more than square footage. A 10x10 kitchen that keeps its layout and gets new cabinets and countertops typically falls in the $20,000 to $35,000 range. If everything in the room is replaced, it becomes a full remodel in the $35,000 to $75,000 range.
Why do kitchen remodels cost more in Los Angeles than elsewhere?
Skilled labor costs more here, most full remodels need city or county permits, California energy rules apply, and many older Los Angeles homes need electrical or plumbing upgrades once the walls are open.
What is the biggest factor in the cost of a kitchen remodel?
Two things: whether the layout changes, and the cabinetry. Moving plumbing, gas or walls adds the most cost, and cabinets are usually the largest single line in the budget, often 30 to 40% of the total.
How can I lower the cost without lowering the quality?
Keep the existing layout, choose a cabinet program instead of full-custom cabinetry, and choose quartz over marble or quartzite. A design-build team can also show you where spending changes the result and where it does not.
Does the price change after work starts?
You receive a detailed estimate before any work begins, and the number we quote is the number we honor. Changes you ask for after signing are priced and approved in writing first.
Does a kitchen remodel add value to a home in Los Angeles?
Yes. The kitchen is the room most buyers look at first, and an updated kitchen helps a home sell. For resale, clean and widely appealing choices hold their value better than highly personal ones.
For permits, timelines, cabinets and hiring, read the complete guide to kitchen remodeling in Los Angeles. The only way to know your exact number is to have the room measured, which is what the free consultation below is for.