2026 Pricing Data — Updated Monthly

Kitchen Remodeling Costs
$25K–$110K+

Real pricing tiers for Northwest Indiana & Chicago. See exactly what each scope includes — and what it doesn't.

Installed Price Ranges — 2026

Choose Your Remodel Level

Cabinet Refresh
Entry-level — same layout
$25K – $35K
Installed price. No hidden fees.
  • New cabinet boxes + doors (stock to semi-custom)
  • New countertops (granite or quartz)
  • New sink + faucet
  • All labor & craftsmanship
  • Insurance & workers comp
  • Daily jobsite cleanup
  • Custom site-built cabinets
  • Flooring replacement
  • Plumbing or electrical rerouting
  • Permit assistance
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Full Custom
Most popular — best value
$35K – $56K
Installed price. No hidden fees.
  • Custom site-built cabinets
  • Countertops (granite or quartz)
  • Tile backsplash
  • Flooring (hardwood or tile)
  • Plumbing relocation
  • Electrical rerouting + new circuits
  • Permit assistance included
  • All labor & craftsmanship
  • Insurance & workers comp
  • Daily jobsite cleanup
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Luxury Build
High-end — structural changes
$56K – $110K
Installed price. No hidden fees.
  • Everything in Full Custom
  • Exotic stone (marble, exotic granite)
  • Open concept + structural walls
  • Custom millwork throughout
  • Engineered structural support
  • Premium appliance package
  • Smart home electrical
  • Permit + engineering fees
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What's Covered

Cabinet Refresh vs. Full Custom vs. Luxury

Item Cabinet Refresh Full Custom Luxury Build
Labor & craftsmanship✓✓✓
Stock to semi-custom cabinets✓✓✓
Custom site-built cabinets—✓✓
Granite / quartz countertops✓✓✓
Exotic stone (marble, exotic granite)——✓
Sink & faucet✓✓✓
Tile backsplash—✓✓
Flooring—✓✓
Plumbing relocation—✓✓
Electrical rerouting / new circuits—✓✓
Permit assistance—✓✓
Appliances——✓
Insurance & workers comp✓✓✓
Daily cleanup✓✓✓
What Drives Your Cost

6 Factors That Affect Your Final Price

01
Cabinet Quality
Stock cabinets: $80–$200/linear ft. Semi-custom: $150–$350/ft. Custom site-built: $350–$700+/ft. This single line item often drives 30–40% of your total budget.
02
Countertop Material
Laminate: $20–$50/sq ft. Granite: $40–$100/sq ft. Quartz: $50–$140/sq ft. Marble/exotic: $150–$300+/sq ft. A typical kitchen has 40–60 sq ft of countertop.
03
Layout Changes
Moving a sink, stove, or island requires licensed plumbers and electricians — $5,000–$15,000 added cost. Keeping the same layout is the single biggest cost saver.
04
Flooring Scope
If your flooring is already in good condition and matches the new kitchen height, you can skip this line item entirely — saving $3,000–$8,000.
05
Permits & Engineering
Simple refresh: $0 in permits. Structural changes (removing a wall): requires engineer stamp + permit — $800–$2,500. Your contractor should handle this.
06
Kitchen Size
Average NW Indiana kitchen: 180–220 sq ft. Small galley: 100–150 sq ft. Large open-concept: 300+ sq ft. Larger kitchens scale every line item up proportionally.
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Service Areas

Crown Point Valparaiso Hobart Merrillville Chesterton Schererville Munster Portage Dyer St. John Winfield Beverly, Chicago Mt. Greenwood
Common Questions

Homeowners Ask These

How much does kitchen remodeling cost in Northwest Indiana in 2026?
2026 kitchen remodeling costs range from $25,000 to $110,000. Cabinet Refresh: $25K–$35K. Full Custom Remodel: $35K–$56K. Luxury Build: $56K–$110K. FindBravo shows real pricing tiers for each scope.
What is the cheapest way to remodel a kitchen?
A Cabinet Refresh — keeping your current layout and replacing cabinets + countertops — runs $25K–$35K. The biggest cost saver: don't move plumbing or electrical. Layout changes alone add $5K–$15K.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
Cabinet Refresh: 3–6 weeks. Full Custom Remodel: 6–10 weeks. Luxury Build: 10–16 weeks. All timelines include design, permitting, demolition, rough-in, and finishing.
Does FindBravo sell my information to contractors?
No. FindBravo never sells, shares, or resells homeowner information. Your request goes directly to one vetted contractor — not five. You control your data.
Are the prices on FindBravo accurate?
FindBravo displays pricing ranges collected from actual contractor bids and completed projects, updated regularly. Individual costs vary based on home condition, material choices, and scope.