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Kitchen Remodeling in Raleigh, NC

Compare 5 local kitchen remodeling pros. Typical service: $8510–$21275.

Top Kitchen Remodeling Companies in Raleigh

  1. 1.Luxury Bath & Kitchens of Raleigh

    4.6★ (215 reviews)

    4.6★ from 215 reviews

  2. 2.Dream Remodeling Stone

    5.0★ (77 reviews)

    5.0★ from 77 reviews

  3. 3.Affordable Remodeling Solutions

    4.9★ (52 reviews)

    4.9★ from 52 reviews

  4. 4.P&W Renovations and Design

    5.0★ (25 reviews)

    5.0★ from 25 reviews

  5. 5.MDA Remodeling

    4.7★ (27 reviews)

    4.7★ from 27 reviews

Kitchen Remodeling Cost in Raleigh

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Raleigh
Minor kitchen remodel$8,510–$21,275/job
Mid-range kitchen remodel$21,275–$51,060/job
Cabinet refacing$3,404–$8,510/job
Countertop replacement$1,702–$4,255/job

Kitchen Remodeling prices in Raleigh run about 15% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 5 companies serving Raleigh, rated 4.8★ on average across 396 customer reviews.

Raleigh Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Raleigh's weather means for scheduling kitchen remodeling.

Last spring frost
March 30
First fall frost
November 8
Annual precipitation
46.02"
Heating degree days
3,294
Cooling degree days
1,687
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan30°50.9°3.87"
Feb32.2°55°3.3"
Mar39.2°62.9°4.28"
Apr47.7°72.4°2.92"
May56.5°79.9°3.72"
Jun65.5°87.2°4.66"
Jul69.3°90.1°4.28"
Aug68.1°88.5°4.55"
Sep61.3°82.3°4.41"
Oct49.5°72.5°3.55"
Nov41.1°63.4°3.18"
Dec32.9°53.8°3.3"

NOAA station data 4.3 miles from Raleigh.

Permits & Regulations in NC

  • North Carolina requires a general contractor license only for projects of $40,000 or more; painting and remodeling below that need no state license
  • Remodeling permits are issued by the local inspections department
  • Work that disturbs paint in homes built before 1978 must be done by a Lead-Safe Certified firm under the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule

License required: No state license under $40,000; NCLBGC above

Sources: www.nclbgc.org, www.epa.gov

Kitchen Remodeling FAQs for Raleigh

How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Raleigh?

A minor kitchen remodel in Raleigh typically runs $8510-$21275; a full mid-range remodel costs considerably more.

How many kitchen remodelers serve Raleigh?

We track 5 kitchen remodeling companies serving Raleigh.

Do I need a permit to remodel a kitchen in Raleigh, NC?

In NC, North Carolina requires a general contractor license only for projects of $40,000 or more; painting and remodeling below that need no state license. Moving walls, plumbing or wiring in a Raleigh kitchen generally needs a permit; replacing cabinets and counters in place usually does not.

Is kitchen remodeling in Raleigh more expensive than average?

Kitchen remodeling labor in Raleigh runs about -14.9% versus the national average.

What is the cheapest way to update a kitchen in Raleigh?

Cabinet refacing and new counters cost a fraction of the $8510-$21275 a minor Raleigh remodel runs, because the layout and plumbing stay where they are.

Does a kitchen remodeler in NC need a license?

In NC, North Carolina requires a general contractor license only for projects of $40,000 or more; painting and remodeling below that need no state license. Electrical and plumbing changes in a Raleigh kitchen need the licensed trades regardless.

When is the best time to remodel a kitchen in Raleigh?

Interior work runs year-round, but Raleigh summer highs near 90F make a kitchen out of service harder to live without, and contractors book up in spring.

How many quotes should I get for a kitchen remodel in Raleigh?

Three is typical, and with 5 kitchen remodelers serving Raleigh that is realistic; compare scope line by line, not just the total.