Chicago kitchens, built to a fixed price
Kitchens designed with you, quoted line by line, and built by a licensed, insured Chicago crew. One team, one point of contact, no surprise invoices, from a Lincoln Park two-flat to a Naperville colonial.
- Licensed, insured remodelers
- Fixed line-item pricing
- Design layout first
- Free in-home estimates
- One point of contact
A Chicago kitchen remodeler that puts the whole price in writing
Most remodel quotes are one number with allowances underneath, and the price climbs from there. We price every line up front, from demo and dumpster to the last cabinet pull.
Permits and buildings handled
City of Chicago Department of Buildings permits, suburban village permits, condo board paperwork and freight elevator scheduling are part of every job.
Built for Chicago homes
We know brick bungalows, greystones, two-flats, vintage condos and newer townhomes, and we plan for plaster walls, older wiring and tight alley access before demo starts.
Hidden conditions priced before we proceed
Outdated wiring, old plumbing or out-of-level floors get discussed and quoted in writing, never billed as a surprise.
Kitchen remodeling in Chicago
Full renovations and targeted upgrades, all handled by one licensed crew.
Full Kitchen Remodeling
Complete gut renovations from layout to finish: new cabinets, counters, lighting, flooring and appliances on one schedule and one price.
Get a kitchen quote →Custom Cabinets & Refacing
New custom or semi-custom cabinetry, or refacing and repainting your existing boxes with new doors, drawers and soft-close hardware.
Get a cabinet quote →Quartz & Granite Countertops
Templated, fabricated and installed quartz, granite, marble-look and butcher block with undermount sinks and matching backsplash.
Get a countertop quote →Backsplash & Kitchen Flooring
Ceramic, porcelain and natural stone backsplash, plus tile, LVP and hardwood floors that hold up to Chicago winters and salt tracked in from the alley.
Get a tile quote →Islands, Layouts & Wall Removal
Open-concept conversions, added islands and peninsulas, and structural changes with engineered beams, drawings and permits included.
Get a layout quote →Kitchen Lighting & Electrical
Recessed and under-cabinet lighting, pendants over the island, new circuits for appliances, and code-compliant outlets and GFCI protection.
Get a lighting quote →Sinks, Plumbing & Appliance Install
Faucets, sinks, disposals, pot fillers, dishwashers, ranges and hoods installed, vented and connected in-house.
Get an install quote →How we remodel your kitchen
Five steps, in this order, every time.
Free estimate
We measure the space and walk through what you want, usually in under an hour.
Design layout
See the cabinet layout, counters and finishes before anything is torn out.
Fixed quote
Every item priced on its own line. Materials ordered before demo.
Build
A licensed Chicago crew pulls permits, builds it and cleans up daily.
Walkthrough
Final inspection, punch list, warranties and care instructions.
Recent kitchen projects
What a kitchen remodel costs in Chicago in 2026
Here is where most of our projects land. Your fixed line-item quote shows exactly what moves the number.
- Full kitchen remodel$38,000 – $110,000
- Cabinet refacing + new countertops$14,000 – $28,000
- Countertops + backsplash update$6,000 – $16,000
- Island or peninsula addition$8,000 – $24,000
- Wall removal + open-concept conversion$15,000 – $40,000
Ranges are starting estimates. Confirm them against your own recent jobs before publishing.
Serving Chicago and surrounding areas
We remodel kitchens across the city and the Cook, DuPage and Lake County suburbs.
Chicago neighborhoods
Suburbs
Book your free in-home estimate
We measure the space, then send a design layout and a fixed line-item quote. Or call us at (872) 838-4688.
RQW Kitchen Remodeling 715 W Grace StChicago, IL 60613 (872) 838-4688 rqwkitchen@gmail.com Open daily, 8am–8pm
Chicago kitchen remodeling FAQs
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Chicago?
Most full kitchen remodels we complete in Chicago land between $38,000 and $110,000, depending on layout changes, cabinet grade, countertop material and appliances. A cabinet refacing and countertop refresh typically runs $14,000 to $28,000. Every line is priced before you sign.
Do you pull the permits, or do I have to?
We do. Inside the city, permits go through the Chicago Department of Buildings. In the suburbs we work with your village or city building department. We also handle inspections and any condo or HOA approvals as part of every job.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
Plan on 6 to 10 weeks on site for a full kitchen once materials are in hand, and 1 to 3 weeks for a counter and backsplash update. Custom cabinets and stone are the biggest lead-time variables, so we order everything before demo day.
What happens if the price changes mid-project?
It does not, unless you change the scope. Anything you add gets quoted in writing before the work happens. Hidden conditions such as old wiring or damaged subfloor behind a wall are discussed and priced before we proceed, never billed as a surprise.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. RQW Kitchen Remodeling is licensed and carries general liability and workers compensation coverage. We give you our license and insurance details before you sign anything, and we can issue a certificate of insurance to your building.
Can you remodel a kitchen in a condo or high-rise?
Yes. We handle board applications, certificates of insurance, freight elevator reservations and quiet-hours rules. We schedule deliveries and noisy work inside your building's allowed windows.
Should I reface my cabinets or replace them?
If your cabinet boxes are solid and the layout works, refacing saves roughly a third to half of the cost of new cabinets. If you want a new layout, more storage or the boxes are water damaged, replacement is the better value. We tell you which fits at the estimate.
Can I stay in my home during the remodel?
Almost always. We set up dust barriers, protect floors on the path through the house, and build a temporary kitchen station with a sink, microwave and fridge. We clean up at the end of every workday.
Is the estimate really free?
Yes. We visit your home, measure the space, talk through what you want, and follow up with a design layout and a fixed line-item quote. No obligation.