Kitchen renovation · NJ & NYC
Kitchen renovation in New Jersey & New York City
Full kitchen remodels for houses, condos, co-ops and brownstones in Jersey City, Hoboken and Hudson County, and in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens. Layout, cabinetry, stone, lighting, plumbing, gas, ventilation and permits, delivered by one licensed and insured team.
- Licensed & insured GC
- NJ · NYC · CT
- In-house A&E coordination
- Permits & board packages handled
What’s included
Everything behind the cabinet doors, too
A kitchen is the most system-dense room in a home. We price and build all of it, so nothing falls between trades.
- Layout & design coordination: work triangle, island sizing, clearances, storage plan, lighting plan.
- Demolition & protection: dust control, elevator and hallway protection in apartment buildings.
- Plumbing & gas: relocated sinks, dishwashers, pot fillers and ranges by licensed plumbers.
- Electrical: dedicated appliance circuits, induction-ready service, under-cabinet and recessed lighting.
- Ventilation: ducted range hoods sized to the cooktop, with make-up air where required.
- Cabinetry & stone: custom or semi-custom cabinets, quartz, quartzite or marble counters, waterfall ends.
- Floors, walls & finishes: hardwood or tile, backsplash, paint, hardware.
- Permits & inspections: DOB or municipal permits, co-op/condo approvals, final sign-offs.
Our kitchens
Kitchens we built
2026 costs
Kitchen renovation cost
Installed cost including labor, materials and permits. Excludes premium appliance packages, design fees and co-op/condo fees. Your actual number depends on size, layout changes, cabinet grade and building type.
| Scope | 2026 planning range |
|---|---|
| Refresh (same layout, new counters, fronts, lighting) | $20,000 – $40,000 |
| Full remodel (new cabinets, stone, appliances, same footprint) | $40,000 – $90,000 |
| Custom / layout change (walls, plumbing or gas moved) | $90,000 – $175,000+ |
| Scope | 2026 planning range |
|---|---|
| Refresh (same layout, new counters, fronts, lighting) | $30,000 – $60,000 |
| Full remodel (new cabinets, stone, appliances) | $60,000 – $125,000 |
| Custom / gut in a co-op, condo or townhouse | $125,000 – $250,000+ |
NJ vs NYC
Same kitchen, different rules
New Jersey houses & condos
Permits come from the local construction office under the Uniform Construction Code. Moving plumbing or adding outlets triggers a permit; swapping cabinets and counters in place usually doesn’t. Your contractor must be a registered Home Improvement Contractor, and contracts over $500 must be in writing. NJ permit guide.
NYC co-ops & condos
Expect an alteration agreement, board review of drawings, insurance certificates naming the building, restricted work hours and often a “wet over dry” rule. Plumbing, gas or electrical changes usually require a DOB ALT2 filing by a licensed architect or engineer. NYC co-op & condo guide.
Brownstones & townhouses
More freedom on layout, but older framing, original gas lines and knob-and-tube wiring are common surprises. Landmarked buildings may need preservation approval. Gut renovation.
Timeline
How long a kitchen takes
- Design · 2–6 weeksLayout, cabinetry, appliances, lighting. Order long-lead items as soon as dimensions are final.
- Approvals · 2–14 weeksNJ permits are often 2–6 weeks. NYC board approval plus DOB filing is commonly 6–14 weeks.
- Cabinet lead time · 6–12 weeksRuns in parallel with approvals. Custom cabinetry and imported stone sit at the long end.
- Construction · 6–12 weeksDemo, rough plumbing and electrical, inspections, drywall, cabinets, templating, stone, finishes.
FAQ
Kitchen renovation questions
How much does a kitchen renovation cost in New Jersey?
For 2026 planning, a refresh that keeps the layout runs about $20,000 – $40,000, a full remodel with new cabinets, stone and appliances about $40,000 – $90,000, and a custom kitchen with walls or plumbing moved $90,000 – $175,000+. Hudson and Bergen counties sit at the upper end. Full NJ cost guide.
How much does a kitchen renovation cost in NYC?
Plan on $30,000 – $60,000 for a refresh, $60,000 – $125,000 for a full remodel, and $125,000 – $250,000+ for a custom or gut kitchen in a co-op, condo or townhouse. Building rules, union labor and logistics push NYC costs above New Jersey. Full NYC cost guide.
How long does a kitchen renovation take?
Construction is typically 6–10 weeks in a New Jersey house and 8–12 weeks in a NYC apartment. Add 2–6 weeks for design, 2–6 weeks for NJ permits or 6–14 weeks for co-op/condo board and DOB approvals, and order cabinets early because lead times are often 6–12 weeks. Week-by-week timeline.
Do I need a permit to renovate my kitchen?
Usually, if you move plumbing or gas, add circuits or outlets, or touch walls. In NYC most kitchen renovations with plumbing, gas or electrical changes need a DOB Alteration Type 2 (ALT2) permit filed by a licensed architect or engineer. In New Jersey, the municipal construction office issues permits under the Uniform Construction Code; like-for-like cabinet and counter swaps are often exempt. BDM handles the filings.
Can I move my kitchen in a NYC co-op or condo?
Often not over a neighbor’s living space. Most NYC co-ops and many condos follow a “wet over dry” rule that prohibits placing kitchens or bathrooms above a downstairs bedroom or living room. Moving a sink within the existing kitchen footprint is usually fine. Your alteration agreement is the deciding document.
Do you design the kitchen too?
Yes. We work from your designer’s or architect’s drawings, or develop the layout, cabinetry and lighting plan with our design and engineering partners, so pricing and buildability are checked before you commit.
Start a project
Planning a kitchen?
Tell us about the space and upload a few photos. We’ll come to the call with a sense of scope, budget and timing.