Step 0-a: free estimate
Find out roughly how much it will cost.
Find out roughly how much it will cost.
Find out roughly how much it will cost.
During our Free Estimate visit, our highly experienced estimator will explore your ideas and take measurements. Then we will get back to you with the initial free design and estimate, usually within one week. Book your appointment now.
Start an Idea Book
Find out roughly how much it will cost.
Find out roughly how much it will cost.
Pinterest and Houzz.com are great resources. You can set up an account and start saving pictures and ideas you like.
Look at Cabinets
Find out roughly how much it will cost.
Look at Cabinets
Here are some companies we deal with:
IKEA | Semihandmade | UB Kitchens | Premium Cabinets | Cabinets to Go | Cliqstudios
Conceptual Design Service
Fixed Price Proposal Service
Fixed Price Proposal Service
This service provides the broad strokes and helps you to visualise in 3D, the design changes to your kitchen or bath. It is done by one of our experienced estimators who can also think with costs - helping to design within a budget for your project.
Fixed Price Proposal Service
Fixed Price Proposal Service
Fixed Price Proposal Service
Eliminate any unexpected costs with a Fixed Price Line Item Proposal that spells out exactly what it will take to complete your project on budget and on time. This proposal will form the roadmap for the project cost and scheduling.
Want to open up that wall?
Want to open up that wall?
Want to open up that wall?
We do it all the time.
It really enhances the space.
Enhance the view.
Want to open up that wall?
Want to open up that wall?
People love hanging out in the kitchen.
An open plan will typically create extra seating.
Expanded countertops.
Want to open up that wall?
Engineering letter provided.
We often cut down bar height countertops to match the regular countertop height.
Engineering letter provided.
Engineering letter provided.
Engineering letter provided.
To remove a load-bearing wall, an engineering inspection and letter may be required. The engineer we work with provides this service for $700 if needed.
Structural support.
Engineering letter provided.
Structural support.
Depending on the engineering requirements, we provide structural support during installation of support beams.
Making it happen.
Engineering letter provided.
Structural support.
Compare this picture with the first one in this group. The old wall is gone! The soffits are replaced with tall cabinets.
Step 2 - Electrical & Plumbing Rough
See those wires?
Want to move the sink?
See those wires?
Under cabinet lights add a great quality to a kitchen. Its crucial to get rough wiring in the right position during this phase.
No plugs?
Want to move the sink?
See those wires?
Yes, this kitchen has plugs located as part of the under cabinet lights. It requires careful electrical planning.
Want to move the sink?
Want to move the sink?
Want to move the sink?
We can do that. In this case, we had to jackhammer through a concrete floor
to an island.
Experience counts.
Experience counts.
Want to move the sink?
Getting rough plumbing done and set up ahead of other work is important.
Cabinet Lights.
Experience counts.
Electrical final.
Planning ahead. Rough wiring was all in place by the time cabinets came in.
Electrical final.
Experience counts.
Electrical final.
We make it all come together at the end. Cabinet lights and new fixtures installed.
Demolition options.
Professional results.
Demolition options.
In some cases, the old backsplash tile comes of clean or with minor damage.
Preparing walls.
Professional results.
Demolition options.
Wall preparation can be extensive, depending on conditions after demotion.
Professional results.
Professional results.
Professional results.
A perfectly smooth wall is important in order to create a beautiful backsplash.
Backsplash cut out.
Backsplash cut out.
Professional results.
In some cases, we simply cut out the old backsplash and sheetrock.
New sheetrock.
Backsplash cut out.
Experience counts.
The old is gone and the new is in.
Painting is done where needed.
Experience counts.
Backsplash cut out.
Experience counts.
With as many kitchens as we do,
we make it look easy.
Dustless removal.
Tying in to existing floor.
Tying in to existing floor.
Flooring removal can be messy. We provide dustless flooring removal services.
Tying in to existing floor.
Tying in to existing floor.
Tying in to existing floor.
We often tie into existing flooring - assuming matching materials are available.
Floor before cabinets?
Tying in to existing floor.
Bigger flooring projects.
In most cases, it is easier to do flooring
ahead of cabinet installation.
Bigger flooring projects.
Bigger flooring projects.
Bigger flooring projects.
We often work in co-ordination with flooring companies to get in at specific times.
Making it easy.
Bigger flooring projects.
Perfect results.
A wide open space makes for easy work
ahead of cabinet installation.
Perfect results.
Bigger flooring projects.
Perfect results.
IKEA cabinets have snap-on toe-kick, resting on top of the floor with no trim needed.
Confirming the layout.
Understanding conditions.
Understanding conditions.
The first thing we do is to make sure the layout plan will work. Lines are drawn and measurements are double checked.
Understanding conditions.
Understanding conditions.
Understanding conditions.
The art of cabinet installation evolves around dealing with ceilings, walls and floors that are not level or plumb.
Hanging cabinets.
Understanding conditions.
Hanging cabinets.
Cabinets have to be perfectly squared during assembly. Next they get secured to the walls.
Verify levels.
Verify appliance openings.
Hanging cabinets.
Cabinets have to be perfectly level. This is verified at the end of the installation.
Verify appliance openings.
Verify appliance openings.
Verify appliance openings.
We double check to make are sure appliances will fit perfectly.
Drawers and doors.
Verify appliance openings.
Verify appliance openings.
The project gets finished off with perfectly assembled drawers and doors.
Template measurement.
Template measurement.
Template measurement.
After cabinets are installed, a template is done to provide detailed measurements.
Template details.
Template measurement.
Template measurement.
The purpose is to measure for details like you see in this picture.
Temporary sink.
Template measurement.
Temporary sink.
We provide a temporary sink & countertop service while you wait on countrtops.
Sink fitted.
Epoxy glue down.
Temporary sink.
The counterop installers will fit the sink (but not hook up the plumbing).
Heavy lifting.
Epoxy glue down.
Epoxy glue down.
Countertops are installed by specialists who do nothing esle. Customers need to be home for this step.
Epoxy glue down.
Epoxy glue down.
Epoxy glue down.
Seams and countertop materials are glued down onto cabinets with very strong epoxy glue.
Step 7 - Final Plumbing
Sink Hookup.
Dishwasher hookup.
Faucet install.
Although the countrtop installers will install the sink, they won't do the hookup.
Faucet install.
Dishwasher hookup.
Faucet install.
We always replace old shut down valves and the new faucet is hooked up to these.
Dishwasher hookup.
Dishwasher hookup.
Dishwasher hookup.
The dishwasher is connected to the appropriate supply valves and drain lines.
Disposal hookup
Fridgle line connections
Dishwasher hookup.
Disposal is hooked up including electrical
the connection.
Soap supply hookup
Fridgle line connections
Fridgle line connections
Any special soap dispensers and sprayers are hooked up.
Fridgle line connections
Fridgle line connections
Fridgle line connections
Should the project require a new fridge line connection, it is hookep up at this time.
Herringbone patterns
Herringbone patterns
Herringbone patterns
This type of layout requires special cuts and typically costs more.
Glass tile
Herringbone patterns
Herringbone patterns
There is an upcharge for glass tile as it is very deficult to cut, but the results are stunning.
Getting it done
Herringbone patterns
Preparation is key
Usin the right professional makes for a quick and beautiful project completion.
Preparation is key
Using the right grout
Preparation is key
A perfectly smooth surface is required for successful tile installation.
Using the right grout
Using the right grout
Using the right grout
We use sanded grout for the best results. These are then sealed. Never use epoxy grout.
It's all good
Using the right grout
Using the right grout
The choice of what tile to buy can wait until countertops are in. That way you can see how it looks together before you buy it.
Step 9 - Appliance Installation
Ovens and Ranges.
Ovens and Ranges.
Ovens and Ranges.
This includes the final gas hookup and ensuring the equipment is level and working.
Vent a Hood.
Ovens and Ranges.
Ovens and Ranges.
The final hookup requires tying in all the vent pipes and electrical connections.
Microwave
Ovens and Ranges.
Making it all work.
IKEA cabinets have 15 inch uppers and require special equipment for microwaves.
Making it all work.
Making it all work.
Making it all work.
Attention to detail is important when it comes to appliance installation.
Making it fit.
Making it all work.
Straight and level.
Careful attention to appliance openings is required throughout the project.
Straight and level.
Making it all work.
Straight and level.
Adjustments to equipment like dishwashers for a perfect fit iscrucial.
Under cabinet lights.
Final electrical hookups.
Final electrical hookups.
A professional installation means no wires are showing and lights are fully secured.
Final electrical hookups.
Final electrical hookups.
Final electrical hookups.
This inlcudes connections to all equipment such as vents, lights & ovens.
Punch lists & details
Final electrical hookups.
Punch lists & details
We draw up our own punch lists, but encourage customers to make notes of their own.
Feel the love
Pendants & Recessed cans
Punch lists & details
We want you to love your new kitchen and we're here to take care of the details.
Pendants & Recessed cans
Pendants & Recessed cans
Pendants & Recessed cans
Pendants come in many forms and always work well over islands or peninsulas.
Hanging fixtures
Pendants & Recessed cans
Pendants & Recessed cans
We hook up and safely secure everything from ceiling fans to chandeliers.