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Fast, Reliable Kitchen Remodeling Across Midlothian
A full kitchen remodel in Midlothian typically runs $14,000-$45,000, with most projects landing in the $20,000-$30,000 range for a mid-sized kitchen with stock-to-semi-custom cabinets, quartz countertops, and new flooring. We’re Barrett & Sons Construction, and we’ve worked in enough homes across ZIP 76065 to know that Midlothian kitchens present a specific set of challenges, from Blackland Prairie clay movement to the particular framing quirks of 2010s-era spec builds. When you call (877) 610-1318, you’ll reach a live person who knows this market, not a call center reading from a script.
Why Barrett & Sons Construction Is Midlothian’s Preferred Kitchen Remodeling Company
Tom Barrett puts his name, address, and license number on every contract. That matters in a town like Midlothian, where homeowners along Highway 287 and in subdivisions off FM 663 have seen out-of-town crews quote one number, then hand over a different invoice once the old cabinets were already in the dumpster. We don’t work that way. Every allowance and every scope change arrives as a written change order before a single nail moves. If the number changes, you see it on paper first. That’s not a policy. That’s how Tom has run this company since 1998.
Midlothian homeowners often tell us the same story: a previous contractor told them permits weren’t necessary. That’s a red flag. Ellis County requires permits on structural and electrical work, and the inspection is the only thing standing between you and a hidden defect. We pull permits and schedule inspections on every eligible kitchen remodel. The inspector works for you, not for us. Tom likes it that way.
You’ll also find us easy to reach. Our crews live and work in the DFW metro, and scheduling is coordinated from our Dallas-Fort Worth office so Midlothian jobs get a local team without the bureaucratic layers of a franchise. A live person answers the phone 24 hours a day. When you call about a cabinet hinge six months after we finish, you don’t get a voicemail tree. You get a callback from someone who remembers your kitchen.
Our Kitchen Remodeling Services in Midlothian
Full Kitchen Remodeling
This is the big one. We gut the space down to studs when needed, move plumbing and electrical as the layout demands, then rebuild from rough-in to trim. In Midlothian homes built during the 2010s boom, we often find builder-grade MDF cabinets and laminate counters that looked fine on closing day but show wear within five years. A full Kitchen Remodeling job with Barrett & Sons means KraftMaid or comparable cabinet lines, Cambria or quartz countertops, and a written scope sheet you approve before demolition starts.

Cabinets & Countertops
Midlothian kitchens tend to follow the same pattern: dark espresso cabinets, granite or laminate counters, and an island that’s 18 inches too small for actual meal prep. We install KraftMaid cabinetry and Cambria or quartz surfaces sized to the way you actually cook. In newer subdivisions like the ones off Walnut Grove Road, we see a lot of homeowners replacing island counters first because the original builder island is too narrow for seating. Cabinet installation alone runs $4,000-$13,000 in Midlothian; countertop installation is typically $2,000-$6,500.

Backsplash, Tile & Flooring
Tile selections in Midlothian have shifted noticeably over the last five years, from 4×4 ceramic squares to elongated subway tile and large-format porcelain. We install both. What we tell every client on the front end: if your home sits on Ellis County’s expansive clay, that floor movement will eventually telegraph into tile lines. We use decoupling membranes where conditions call for them, because a cracked backsplash joint six months after install is a callback nobody wants. Backsplash work runs $800-$2,500 in this market.

Kitchen Design & Layout
You don’t need an architect’s drawing to improve a Midlothian kitchen. You need someone who understands how these slab-on-grade homes lay out, where the load-bearing walls sit in common 2000s-era floor plans, and how to open a wall without turning your single-story into a structural headache. That’s what we do. Whether it’s a small galley off the living room or a full open-concept conversion in a newer-build home near Midlothian High School, we’ll sketch the layout, price the line items, and put every allowance in writing before a saw comes off the truck.

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 Midlothian
We stock and install brands you can look up: KraftMaid, Cambria, Simonton, and Ply Gem, among others. If you’re replacing a kitchen window as part of the remodel, we can source Simonton or Ply Gem units matched to the existing frames in your Midlothian home, or explore our Windows & Doors in Midlothian for a full upgrade. No mystery house brands off the back of a van. If a part is on back-order, we’ll tell you on day one, not week six. Midlothian homeowners appreciate that kind of candor, which is why so much of our work here comes from neighbor referrals.
Common Kitchen Remodeling Problems We See in Midlothian Homes
- Slab movement cracking tile and countertops. The Blackland Prairie Vertisol clay under Ellis County expands and contracts 2-4 inches between wet springs and drought summers. Kitchens with rigid tile set directly to slab often show hairline cracks within a few years. We plan flooring and backsplash installs around this reality, using membranes and joints that tolerate movement.
- Builder-grade cabinets from the 2010s construction wave. Much of Midlothian’s housing stock went up fast during the DFW boom. Cabinets from that era are typically MDF with thermofoil doors that peel at the edges. We replace them with plywood-box lines like KraftMaid and price the swap transparently.
- Undersized kitchen islands in open-concept plans. Spec builders put in islands that look good in a listing photo but don’t function for a family. Widening an island, adding seating overhang, and adding storage costs $3,000-$10,000 in Midlothian depending on countertop material.
- Poor ventilation over gas ranges. We see a lot of under-cabinet microwave vents that recirculate instead of exhausting outside. In a tight, energy-conscious Midlothian home, that means grease and moisture stay in the kitchen. We correct this during remodels with properly ducted range hoods.
Pricing for Kitchen Remodeling in Midlothian, TX
Here are real numbers for the Midlothian market. A full kitchen remodel runs $14,000-$45,000. A smaller, partial kitchen remodel lands at $9,000-$20,000. Cabinet installation ranges $4,000-$13,000 depending on line and footage. Countertop installation runs $2,000-$6,500. Backsplash jobs are $800-$2,500, and adding or rebuilding a kitchen island is $3,000-$10,000. These are written, line-item ranges, not ballpark phone guesses. Your final price moves based on material selection, layout changes, and whether we find hidden surprises behind the drywall. And if a surprise shows up, you’ll see the cost on a written change order before we proceed, never after. Call (877) 610-1318 for a free estimate. We also offer a free second opinion on any written estimate you’ve received from another contractor.
We Also Serve Cities Near Midlothian
Most of our Midlothian work comes from referrals across the Ellis County line. We serve Midlothian and the surrounding communities: Cedar Hill, Mansfield, Glenn Heights, and Red Oak. If you’re in one of those cities and your kitchen needs the same straight-line pricing and written change orders, we’d be glad to take a look. And if you’re already thinking about the next project, our team also handles Bathroom Remodeling in Midlothian so the same crew can manage both rooms while we’re already in your home. Have a leak in the kitchen ceiling? We also do Roofing in Midlothian, which often comes up once we open a wall and find water damage from a failed vent boot.
Serving Midlothian, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Midlothian 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 Midlothian
Most Midlothian kitchen remodels can be scheduled within two to four weeks of contract signing, depending on permitting and material lead times. Custom cabinet orders typically add three to six weeks. Call (877) 610-1318 and we’ll give you a realistic start date, not a sales pitch.
Yes. We work throughout ZIP code 76065, including neighborhoods along FM 663, Walnut Grove Road, and the newer builds south of Highway 287. If you’re inside Midlothian city limits or nearby in Ellis County, we’ll come to you with no trip charge inside the county. We also handle Fence Installation in Midlothian if your project includes outdoor work.
Midlothian pricing runs roughly in line with the rest of southern DFW, but the clay-heavy soil means we sometimes budget slightly more for floor prep and moisture barriers than you’d see in Cedar Hill or Mansfield. Expect $14,000-$45,000 for a full remodel and $9,000-$20,000 for a smaller project. Estimates are free, and you’ll get line-item clarity before signing.
Only if you change the scope, and only with your signature on a written change order first. If we open a wall and discover rotted framing or outdated wiring, you’ll know the added cost before we spend it. We don’t send surprise invoices at the end. If an allowance isn’t on paper, it’s a surprise waiting for a date, and we don’t do surprises.
Yes. Every completed kitchen remodel carries our written 90-Day Done Right Promise. If something isn’t right, one call brings Tom back to make it right. That promise is printed on your contract, not buried in fine print. We also stand behind manufacturer warranties on cabinets, counters, and appliances.
Ready to talk about your Midlothian kitchen? Call (877) 610-1318 to schedule a free estimate. We’ll walk the space, talk through what’s realistic, and give you numbers in writing. That’s how we’ve done it since 1998, and that’s how our Midlothian customers expect it.
Written by Tom Barrett, Owner at Barrett & Sons Construction, serving Midlothian and Ellis County.







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