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Kitchen remodeling in Murphy, TX typically runs $14,000-$45,000 for a full project, with smaller partial remodels starting around $9,000. Most jobs take 6-10 weeks once permits clear, though HOA architectural approval in Murphy’s master-planned communities can add weeks if not handled upfront. We’ve worked in Murphy long enough to know the HOA process, the slab conditions, and the builder-grade finishes that are ready for replacement. Call (877) 610-1318 for a free estimate, and we’ll walk you through the exact scope before any work begins.
We’re Barrett & Sons Construction. Tom Barrett founded the company in 1998, and his sons run the crews. We’re not a franchise, and we don’t dispatch strangers to your door. When you call, a live person answers, 24/7. That matters when you’re three weeks into a remodel and a question comes up at 7:00 PM.
Why Barrett & Sons Construction Is Murphy’s Preferred Kitchen Remodeling Company
Murphy homeowners have a different set of problems than most North Texas cities. The housing stock is almost entirely brick-veneer single-family homes on concrete slabs, built between 2000 and 2015 by volume builders like Centex, KB Home, and David Weekley. Those homes are now hitting the 10-25 year mark, and the builder-grade kitchens in them are failing in predictable ways: delaminating laminate counters, sagging cabinet boxes, tile that’s cracked from slab movement. We’ve seen the same failure modes repeat across entire phases of the same subdivisions.
Our work in Murphy is backed by the 90-Day Done Right Promise, written on every contract. If something isn’t done right, one call brings Tom back. That’s not a slogan. It’s in writing. And Tom publishes his name, his address, and his license number. Look them up before you sign anything. We also put every scope change, every allowance, and every price adjustment in writing before work proceeds. An allowance that isn’t on paper is a surprise waiting for a date.
We answer our own phones. We pull permits on every eligible job. We submit HOA architectural requests before demolition starts, because we’ve watched too many Murphy remodels stall for weeks when a homeowner didn’t know the forms were required. That’s the difference between a contractor who knows Murphy and one who’s just passing through.
Our Kitchen Remodeling Services in Murphy
Full Kitchen Remodeling
A full kitchen remodel in Murphy means more than swapping cabinets. It means assessing the slab before you add a heavier island, checking the subfloor for heave from Blackland Prairie clay, and making sure the new layout works with the truss spans the original builder used. We handle all of it, from demolition to final inspection.
Kitchen Design & Layout
Many Murphy kitchens were designed by volume builders to a standard template: a U-shape or L-shape with an island dropped in, a pantry tucked beside the fridge, and maybe a desk nook. If you want to change the layout, we’ll produce drawings that account for load-bearing walls, existing window placements, and the HOA’s rules for any exterior-facing changes like a new or enlarged window over the sink. You’d be surprised how much an HOA cares about a window you’d think is purely interior.
Quartz & Granite Countertops
Countertop installation in Murphy typically runs $2,000-$6,500, with Cambria quartz being a common upgrade from builder-grade laminate. We carry premium brands you can look up, not mystery materials off a van. Before we install, we check the cabinet boxes and the subfloor. A heavy stone countertop on an already-settled slab corner is asking for a crack.
Cabinet Installation & Refacing
Cabinet work in Murphy ranges from $4,000-$13,000 for a full installation. Refacing is often the right call for 2005-era homes where the cabinet boxes are still structurally sound but the doors and faces look dated. If the boxes have water damage or the hinges are pulling loose, replacement makes more sense. We’ll tell you which applies, and we’ll put it in writing.
Backsplash, Tile & Flooring
Backsplash installation runs $800-$2,500 in most Murphy kitchens. Tile and flooring costs depend on the material and the condition of the subfloor. Given Murphy’s expansive clay, we always check for slab movement before setting tile. If there’s heave, we address it at the subfloor level, not with extra thinset.
We also install kitchen islands, handle small and partial remodels, and reface existing cabinetry when that’s the better value. Every job gets a written scope before we start.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Trusted Brands We Service in Murphy
We install and service the brands homeowners in Murphy actually want. KraftMaid and Cambria in kitchens, with Simonton, Ply Gem, and PGT when window work is part of the remodel. We stock the hardware and components these systems use, which means we’re not waiting on a supply house in another county when a Murphy job needs a part. If your kitchen remodel includes replacing that window over the sink, we’ll make sure the new unit meets HOA color and material requirements before it’s ordered.
Common Kitchen Remodeling Problems We See in Murphy Homes
- HOA delays from skipped architectural review. A contractor starts demolition before the HOA committee approves the scope, then the whole project stalls for weeks while the homeowner scrambles to file forms. We submit the request before we swing a hammer.
- Subfloor problems under new islands. Reusing the builder-installed subfloor without checking for slab heave from Blackland Prairie clay leads to uneven countertops and cracked tile within a year. We check first.
- Load-bearing wall surprises. Swapping out a wall for an open concept without an engineer’s letter fails the framing inspection because the original truss design didn’t account for the new span. We bring the engineer in before the saw comes out.
- Builder-grade finish failures. Delaminating laminate counters, sagging cabinet shelves, and brittle cabinet hinges are all common in Murphy homes built in the mid-2000s. These aren’t style problems. They’re age problems, and they’re fixable.
Pricing for Kitchen Remodeling in Murphy, TX
Here’s what we see in Murphy’s market for the projects people ask about most. These are working ranges, not estimates. Your exact number depends on materials, square footage, and what the HOA and permit process requires.
| Project | Typical Range in Murphy |
|---|---|
| Full Kitchen Remodeling | $14,000-$45,000 |
| Small Kitchen Remodel | $9,000-$20,000 |
| Quartz & Granite Countertops | $2,000-$6,500 |
| Kitchen Island Installation | $3,000-$10,000 |
| Backsplash Installation | $800-$2,500 |
What moves the price in Murphy? HOA fees vary by subdivision, and some communities require a professional elevation sketch before approving a window change. Expansive clay means thicker subfloor prep on some slabs. And material choice matters: a Cambria quartz island costs more than a standard granite top, but it’s a known brand with consistent quality. Call (877) 610-1318 for a written quote. Estimates are free.
We also honor a permanent 10% Senior & Veteran discount and a $40 discount on any repair over $200. If you have a written estimate from another contractor, bring it in for a free second opinion. No trip charge inside the county.
We Also Serve Cities Near Murphy
Our crews serve Murphy and the surrounding communities, including Murphy, Sachse, Wylie, Lucas, and Plano. If you’re in one of those areas and planning a kitchen remodel, the same Kitchen Remodeling team handles the work, with the same written change orders and the same 90-Day Done Right Promise. Tom answers his own phone whether you’re in Murphy or just across the county line.
Serving Murphy, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Murphy area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs - Kitchen Remodeling in Murphy
Yes, in most Murphy master-planned communities, any remodel that touches an exterior wall, exterior-facing window, or structural element requires HOA architectural committee approval. Interior-only cabinet and countertop replacement usually doesn’t trigger review, but if you’re changing a window over the sink or venting a range hood through an exterior wall, you’ll need the forms. We handle the submission before demolition. Call (877) 610-1318 and we’ll tell you exactly what your HOA requires.
Murphy sits on the Blackland Prairie, where montmorillonite clay shrinks in summer droughts and heaves in wet winters. That movement cracks slab corners, which translates to uneven cabinet lines and shifting subfloors under heavy countertops. Even if you’re not moving walls, we check the slab and subfloor before installation. It’s the difference between a countertop that stays level and one that cracks in 14 months. Call (877) 610-1318 for a foundation-aware estimate.
If the cabinet boxes are square, the hinges are tight, and there’s no water damage, refacing the doors and drawer fronts is a smart move that typically costs less than $8,000. If the boxes have shifted from slab movement or the shelves are sagging, replacement is the better long-term play. We’ll inspect yours and tell you which way to go, with a written recommendation. Estimates are free at (877) 610-1318.
Most full kitchen remodels in Murphy take 6-10 weeks. HOA approval can add 2-4 weeks before that clock starts, which is why we file the architectural request as soon as you sign the contract. Demolition, rough-in, cabinets, counters, tile, and finishes each take time, and inspections are scheduled in between. We’ll give you a week-by-week schedule in writing before we start. Call (877) 610-1318 to talk through your timeline.
Not if the work is done properly with permits pulled and inspections signed. What voids a builder warranty is unpermitted structural changes or work that fails inspection. We pull permits on every eligible job, and we bring in an engineer when load-bearing walls are involved. The permit inspector works for you, not for me. That’s why we like him. Call (877) 610-1318 and we’ll walk you through the warranty implications of your specific project.
Call Barrett & Sons Construction for Your Murphy Kitchen Remodel
Murphy homes are hitting the window where builder-grade finishes fail and homeowners want something better. If you’re planning a Kitchen Remodeling project in Murphy, call (877) 610-1318 for a free estimate. Tom Barrett’s name, address, and license number are published and verifiable. Every price change arrives in writing before work happens. And every job ends with a 90-Day Done Right Promise, written on the contract, not buried in fine print. Call today.
Written by Tom Barrett, Owner at Barrett & Sons Construction, serving Murphy and the surrounding North Texas communities since 1998.