5 Kitchen Remodeling Price Calculators

Budgeting for a kitchen remodeling project is not an easy task. You’ve got appliances, fixtures, construction materials and labor costs to estimate. Plus, there’s a wide cost variance between different types of material and contractor bids. So, how do you go about setting a realistic budget before you ever see a contractor?

Use a remodeling price calculator, a guiding light to get an approximate estimate of what your kitchen remodel will cost. Many calculators available online are time-consuming and ask for in-depth information about your project, but with a little patience, you can obtain the cost estimates you’re looking for and have the benefit of making a side-by-side comparison.

The more information you know about your remodel, the more accurate your price estimate. You can input your desired kitchen layout, countertop surface material and size, lighting types, flooring and number of cabinetry units. These calculators are very detailed, ensuring a realistic estimate. Some even ask if you want a corner lazy-Susan – now that’s covering the bases.

Here are 5 remodeling cost calculators that you can start using today:

Contractors.com

Remodel Estimates

DIY

B&R Construction

Remodel or Move

 You can also receive a free cost estimate from CalFinder's kitchen remodel contractors.

Here’s an example of the results I received for a full kitchen remodel from DIY’s calculator:

You’ll have fun playing around with these different calculators.You may find out that a kitchen remodel is more affordable than you expected...

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