Free written scope consultation - allowances, timeline, and change-order rules on paper before a single trade is scheduled
Fast, Reliable Kitchen Remodeling Across Flagami
If you live in Flagami, you already know the score: your kitchen was built when Eisenhower was in office, the cabinets sag, the cast-iron drain lines under the slab are a ticking clock, and at least one wall got moved by a previous owner who never pulled a permit. Full kitchen remodels in Flagami typically run between $14,000 and $45,000, depending on whether we’re moving walls, replacing slab plumbing, or just refreshing cabinets and counters. Call (877) 610-1318 and we’ll walk your house with you, in person, before any number goes on paper. Barrett & Sons Construction has worked in this neighborhood long enough to know what’s behind the drywall before we open it.
When you call our Kitchen Remodeling team, you get Tom Barrett’s sons on the job site, not a rotating cast of subcontractors. We answer the phone live, 24/7, and we’ll schedule your free estimate around your life, not our dispatch schedule. Flagami is where we do a big share of our kitchen work, and we know the inspectors, the code office requirements, and the specific pain points of these old CBS homes.
Why Barrett & Sons Construction Is Flagami’s Preferred Kitchen Remodeling Company
Tom Barrett founded this company in 1998 and put his name on the truck from day one. His sons run the crews, and Tom is on-site most days. That’s not a franchise slogan; that’s the way we’ve worked for over 29 years. When a Flagami homeowner signs with us, the person who walks the job at the start is the same person who’ll come back under our written 90-Day Done Right Promise if anything isn’t right.
We publish our license number, Tom’s address, and Tom’s name. Look it up. Ask your neighbors on 8th Street or down near the Tamiami Canal who they’ve used and who actually showed up when they said they would. Flagami customers come to us after getting burned by outfits that quote one number on the phone and deliver another at the door. We keep every scope, every allowance, and every price change in writing before a single nail moves. The permit inspector works for you, not for us, and we like it that way. Call (877) 610-1318 for a free second opinion on any written estimate you already have.
Our Kitchen Remodeling Services in Flagami
Full Kitchen Remodeling
Full kitchen remodels in Flagami run $14,000 to $45,000 because we’re rarely just swapping cabinets. In 33144, most homes are mid-century CBS construction with original cast-iron or galvanized drain lines under the slab. If we move the sink location, we find out in the first day whether those lines need replacement. We price for that reality up front, not as a surprise change order later. You get a written scope, fixed pricing, and a permit pulled before demolition starts.

Cabinets & Countertops
Flagami homeowners want cabinets that can handle humidity and counters that won’t stain from café cubano or wine. We install KraftMaid cabinets and Cambria quartz, both brands you can look up and verify. Cabinet installation in Flagami runs $4,000 to $13,000 depending on the run and whether we’re refacing existing boxes or hanging new ones. Countertop installation runs $2,000 to $6,500, and we template everything with laser measurements after the base cabinets are set and leveled. Quartz and granite are both available, and we’ll show you full slabs before cutting, not just a 2-inch chip.

Backsplash, Tile & Flooring
Backsplash installation in Flagami runs $800 to $2,500 for most kitchens. We remove the old tile, repair the drywall behind it, and set the new pattern with precision trim around outlets and window casings. Floor tile in these old homes often sits directly on the slab, which means moisture testing before we lay new tile; the water table in Flagami rises sharply during the June to October wet season, and trapped moisture under tile will pop grout within a year. We test first, then tile.

Kitchen Design & Layout
Design in a Flagami kitchen usually means working with what the house gives you. These are not open-concept builds; they’re post-war rooms with load-bearing concrete walls and jalousie windows. We can open a wall where it’s safe to do so, move a peninsula, or add an kitchen island installation starting around $3,000 to $10,000 depending on size and whether you want a prep sink or electrical run. We’ll draw the plan, pull the engineering if a header is required, and show you the layout in 3D before we sign anything. Call (877) 610-1318 to set up a design walkthrough.

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 Flagami
We stock and install brands you can look up. KraftMaid and Cambria in kitchens, and we carry hard-surface options that hold up to Miami-Dade’s 175 mph wind design standards. Every material and assembly we install must carry a Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance, an approval process stricter than the statewide Florida standard. That limits supplier choices and adds lead time, which is exactly why we order early and store on-site when needed. We don’t show up with mystery brands off a van. You’ll know the name, the manufacturer warranty, and the delivery date before we start. For kitchens, we also carry the same premium standard you’d see from brands like Techo-Bloc and Quikrete when a client wants a paver transition from a back door to a patio area, but the kitchen itself always gets named, grade-A materials with a paper trail. If you’re also considering Flagami Windows & Doors, we can coordinate that work as part of your full home update.
Common Kitchen Remodeling Problems We See in Flagami Homes
- Legacy unpermitted additions. A lot of Flagami homes have enclosed carports, converted screen rooms, or extra interior walls that were added without a permit decades ago. The moment we pull a permit for your kitchen, the county calls those conditions into question. We review the property history and handle the compliance audit before framing ever begins.
- Slab-embedded cast-iron plumbing. Homes built in the 1950s and 1960s in Flagami often sit on original cast-iron or galvanized supply and drain lines set directly in the concrete slab. Moving a sink six feet can uncover pipe that’s rusted to the thickness of an eggshell. We scope the lines with a camera before quoting any plan that relocates plumbing.
- Wet-season water intrusion. The water table here is only a few feet down, and any open wall or slab cut during the June to October wet season wants to become a sump within hours. We schedule demolition-aware work with moisture barriers and drainage plans in place, and we check for existing slab moisture before laying any new tile or cabinetry.
- Rock ledge under shallow foundations. Flagami sits on the Miami Rock Ridge, and we routinely hit oolitic limestone 6 to 12 inches below grade when we dig for footings or island plumbing. A crew from Broward County brings a shovel; we bring a jackhammer or rock chisel, and we price for that labor in the first estimate, not as a mid-job surprise.
Pricing for Kitchen Remodeling in Flagami, FL
A full kitchen remodel in Flagami typically lands between $14,000 and $45,000. Small and partial kitchen remodels run $9,000 to $20,000 when we’re keeping the existing footprint and just refreshing cabinets, counters, backsplash, and flooring. Cabinet installation runs $4,000 to $13,000, countertops $2,000 to $6,500, backsplash $800 to $2,500, and kitchen island installation $3,000 to $10,000. What moves the final number is whether we’re moving plumbing, cutting a wall opening, dealing with a concrete slab, or correcting legacy unpermitted work as part of the permit process. We write every allowance as a line item before we sign, and every change order reaches you on paper before work proceeds. Call (877) 610-1318 for a free, exact quote on your Flagami kitchen.
We Also Serve Cities Near Flagami
We’re proud to be the local choice for Kitchen Remodeling in Flagami, and we regularly work in West Miami, Westchester, Coral Terrace, and Fountainebleau. If you’re just outside the neighborhood line, ask us. We’ll come out for a free estimate, no trip charge inside the county. And if you’re already thinking about the rest of the house, we also handle Bathroom Remodeling in Flagami and Roofing in Flagami, so the same crew you trust in the kitchen can take care of the bigger jobs too.
Serving Flagami, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Flagami 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 Flagami
We answer the phone live, 24/7, and we can usually schedule a free estimate in Flagami within a few days. Call (877) 610-1318 and tell us what you’re dealing with, and we’ll get a time on the calendar that works for you.
Yes. We work throughout Flagami, including homes near Flagler Street, the Tamiami Canal, and the neighborhoods just east of the Palmetto Expressway. We also handle Fence Installation in Flagami if your project includes outdoor boundaries. Call (877) 610-1318 and we’ll confirm we cover your block, free of charge.
In Flagami, expect to pay between $14,000 and $45,000 for a full kitchen remodel. The tight concrete slabs and old plumbing here can add a few thousand compared to newer-build suburbs, but our first estimate already includes those local realities. Call (877) 610-1318 to get an exact number for your house.
Not without a written change order you approve first. If we uncover a hidden problem like failed slab plumbing or an unpermitted wall, you’ll see the exact cost on paper before we proceed. Estimates are free, and we never spring an invoice on you at the end. Call (877) 610-1318 and we’ll explain exactly how our change order process works.
Every kitchen remodel we do is backed by our written 90-Day Done Right Promise. If anything isn’t done right, you make one call and Tom comes back to fix it. We also stand behind the manufacturer warranties on cabinets, counters, and hardware. Call (877) 610-1318 and we’ll show you the guarantee in writing before you sign anything.
Written by Tom Barrett, Owner at Barrett & Sons Construction, serving Flagami and the surrounding South Florida communities since 1998.







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