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A full kitchen remodel in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea typically runs $14,000 to $45,000, and most jobs take 6 to 10 weeks once permits clear. That range reflects what actually happens when you open walls in a 1950s CBS beach cottage: you find wiring with no ground, framing the salt air has been eating for decades, and a building inspector who now requires upgrades the original builder never imagined. We know because we’ve opened those walls. Call (877) 610-1318 and we’ll walk your kitchen with you before you spend a dime.
Barrett & Sons Construction has been owner-operated since 1998, and Tom Barrett’s crews handle Kitchen Remodeling projects throughout Lauderdale-by-the-Sea with a process built around written scope, written allowances, and written change orders. No surprises at the end. No “we didn’t know that was in there.” We plan for what’s in there.
Why Barrett & Sons Construction Is Lauderdale-by-the-Sea’s Preferred Kitchen Remodeling Company
We’re not a franchise dispatching strangers to your door. Tom Barrett and his sons are on-site most days, and that’s a promise we’ve kept since 1998. When you call about your Lauderdale-by-the-Sea kitchen, you talk to a live person who knows this town, not an out-of-state call center.
Our reputation in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea comes from doing the unglamorous work right. We pull permits on every eligible job because the inspector works for you, not for us. We issue every price change as a written change order before a single nail moves. And every job carries our 90-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not right, Tom comes back. One call. Written on the contract, not buried in fine print.
We also know what the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea building department is going to ask before you do. That 35-foot height limit, the HVHZ product approvals, the asbestos surveys on pre-1980 flooring: we’ve been through it enough times to price it into the estimate up front. That’s the local knowledge you’re paying for, and it saves you thousands over a contractor who discovers it mid-job.
Our Kitchen Remodeling Services in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Full Kitchen Remodeling
We gut it, rebuild it, and permit every step. Full remodels in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea typically run $14,000 to $45,000 depending on layout changes, structural work, and finish level. Most homes here are 1950s to 1970s concrete block, which means load-bearing walls are common and the town wants drawings before demo starts. We handle the plans, the permit, and the inspection.
Cabinets & Countertops
Cabinet installation runs $4,000 to $13,000 in this market; countertops add $2,000 to $6,500. We install KraftMaid cabinetry and Cambria, quartz, and granite tops, all specified for salt-air resistance. Near the ocean, standard cabinet hinges and drawer slides corrode within a few years. We use stainless or hot-dipped galvanized hardware on every beachfront install. It costs a little more up front and saves you a callback later.
Kitchen Island Installation
Island installation in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea runs $3,000 to $10,000, depending on size, countertop material, and whether you’re adding plumbing or electrical. If a raised bar or pendant lighting pushes your roofline over that 35-foot limit, the town wants a variance. We check that before you buy the island.
Backsplash, Tile & Flooring
Backsplash work runs $800 to $2,500. Tile and flooring run on top of that, and in beachfront homes, substrate prep is everything. Original 1960s vinyl flooring and drywall compound often contain asbestos. We survey before demo so the permit doesn’t stop cold. For new tile and stone, we spec thinset and grout rated for high-moisture, salt-exposed kitchens.
Kitchen Design & Layout
Before drawings, we walk your kitchen with you and measure everything twice. In a one-square-mile town, most kitchens here are compact, and the difference between a good layout and a bad one is often eighteen inches of counter run. We design for the way you actually cook, not the way a catalog photo looks.
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 Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
We stock and install materials our crews trust: KraftMaid and Cambria in kitchens, Techo-Bloc and Cambridge Pavers on outdoor surfaces. For Lauderdale-by-the-Sea customers, that means you can look up every brand we quote, verify the specs, and know you’re not getting mystery products off a van. We keep common replacement parts local for fast turnaround, and if a door or drawer ever needs attention under warranty, we can usually handle it without a three-week wait.
Common Kitchen Remodeling Problems We See in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Homes
- Salt-air corrosion in original CBS construction. Decades of Atlantic exposure corrodes rebar, lintels, and window frames. By the time you see spalling concrete on an exterior wall, the damage is already structural. We inspect and repair before we build on top of it.
- Two-wire electrical with no ground. 1950s and 1960s kitchens here often still carry original wiring. Open those walls and current code requires grounded circuits, GFCI/AFCI protection, and often a service panel upgrade. We write that into the estimate before demo, not after.
- HVHZ uplift retrofits once walls are open. Broward County’s high-velocity hurricane zone rules kick in the moment an inspector sees framing. If your original subfloor or roof-to-wall connections don’t meet current uplift standards, the inspector requires retrofits that can add thousands. We check before we quote.
- Asbestos in original vinyl flooring and drywall compound. Pre-1980 homes in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea commonly have asbestos-containing materials. Disturbing them without a survey stops the permit and creates a health issue. We survey first. Always.
Pricing for Kitchen Remodeling in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL
Here’s what we see in this specific market.
| Project | Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Price Range |
|---|---|
| Kitchen Remodel | $14,000 - $45,000 |
| Cabinets & Countertops | $4,000 - $13,000 |
| Countertop Installation | $2,000 - $6,500 |
| Backsplash Installation | $800 - $2,500 |
| Kitchen Island Installation | $3,000 - $10,000 |
Your price moves based on square footage, structural condition, permit scope, and the materials you pick. We give written, line-item estimates so you can see exactly where every dollar goes. Call (877) 610-1318 to schedule a free estimate. No trip charge inside the county, and we offer a permanent 10% senior and veteran discount.
We Also Serve Cities Near Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Our crews work throughout North Andrews Gardens, Oakland Park, Wilton Manors, and Sunrise. If you’re close to the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea line, the same team handles your kitchen remodel with the same written-scope process.
Serving Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea 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 Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Opening walls in a 1960s CBS beachfront duplex typically triggers grounded wiring upgrades, GFCI/AFCI protection, HVHZ uplift retrofits on any exposed framing, impact-rated window and door replacements where glazing faces the wind, and repair of any spalled concrete or corroded rebar the inspector can see. The exact list depends on what’s in your walls, which is why we inspect first and write allowances for these code items into your contract before demo. Call (877) 610-1318 and we’ll walk your unit and tell you what applies. Estimates are free.
For a single-story kitchen, almost always yes. The 35-foot limit matters when you’re raising a roofline, adding a second story, or extending vertical structure, not when you’re adding an island at counter height. Pendant lights hang from your existing ceiling and do not affect building height. If your island design calls for a dropped soffit or a bulkhead change at the ceiling line, we’ll confirm it against the town’s zoning before you order anything. Call (877) 610-1318 for a design check at no charge.
We tell our Lauderdale-by-the-Sea customers to set aside 10 to 20 percent of the base remodel budget for what’s behind the drywall: corroded rebar repair, header replacement, wiring upgrades, and HVHZ retrofits. On a $30,000 kitchen, that’s $3,000 to $6,000. We also write this into your estimate as a clearly labeled contingency allowance, so it’s not a surprise when the inspector flags it. If we don’t use it, you don’t pay it. Call (877) 610-1318 for a line-item breakdown on your specific home.
Quartz and dense granite hold up best in a salt-air kitchen; both resist staining and do not require the periodic sealing that softer stones need. We install Cambria quartz and natural granite countertops throughout Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, and we spec stainless cabinet hardware on any home within a few blocks of the ocean. A standard galvanized hinge will fail within a few years out here. Call (877) 610-1318 to see slabs and get a written quote.
Yes. Lauderdale-by-the-Sea requires a permit for most kitchen work beyond cosmetic paint, including cabinet replacement, flooring, and any electrical or plumbing change. Condo associations near the pier often have additional structural and insurance requirements before work begins, and we coordinate with both the town and your association. We pull the permit, schedule the inspection, and keep every sign-off in a folder you can show your board. Call (877) 610-1318 and we’ll check your specific building’s requirements.
Contact Barrett & Sons Construction
If your Lauderdale-by-the-Sea kitchen needs work, call (877) 610-1318 to schedule a free estimate. Tom and his sons will walk the space with you, explain what the 35-foot limit and HVHZ code mean for your specific house, and give you a written scope with allowances in writing. No pressure, no vague promises, just a contractor who answers his own phone and stands behind the work for 90 days. Ask anyone on your street, or look up the license number yourself.
Written by Tom Barrett, Owner at Barrett & Sons Construction, serving Lauderdale-by-the-Sea and surrounding communities since 1998.