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How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Los Angeles?
In Los Angeles, a kitchen remodel that keeps the existing layout typically costs roughly $35,000 to $85,000 in 2026, and a full gut remodel with a new layout, moved plumbing or gas, custom cabinetry and stone counters commonly runs $85,000 to $200,000 or more. Cabinets, countertops and labor are usually the three largest line items, and moving walls or utilities adds the most cost beyond the finishes themselves.
| Same layout | Roughly $35,000 – $85,000 |
|---|---|
| New layout | Roughly $85,000 – $150,000 |
| Structural changes, high-end finishes | $150,000 – $200,000+ |
| Construction time | 8 – 14 weeks after permits and selections |
Three tiers, honestly described
Same layout, new finishes ($35,000 to $85,000). Cabinets, counters, backsplash, sink and faucet, appliances in their existing locations, lighting and paint. Permits cover the electrical and plumbing work in place.
New layout within the room ($85,000 to $150,000). Relocated sink, range or refrigerator, new island with power, upgraded electrical circuits, possibly a new gas line, and semi-custom or custom cabinetry. Plan check is usually required.
Walls, structure and systems ($150,000 to $200,000+). Removing a wall to the dining or living room with a new beam, relocating windows or doors, panel upgrades, slab work for plumbing in a slab-on-grade house, and high-end stone and appliances.
Where the money goes
Cabinetry is typically the largest single cost, followed by labor and countertops. Appliances swing widely by brand. The quiet budget killers are what is found behind the walls in older Los Angeles homes: undersized electrical service, galvanized pipes and non-code venting that have to be corrected once exposed.
Timeline
Construction on a Los Angeles kitchen typically takes 8 to 14 weeks after permits and selections are complete; design and permitting before that often take 1 to 3 months. Oria Builders (CSLB #1029255) prices kitchens from a written scope with selections locked before demolition, which is the main way to keep a kitchen on budget.
Related Questions
What is the biggest waste of money in a kitchen remodel?
Changing the plan after demolition. Every relocated outlet or cabinet after framing is open costs several times what it would have in the design phase. Lock selections first.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Los Angeles?
Yes for any plumbing, gas, electrical or structural change, which covers almost every real remodel. Cosmetic work such as paint and like-for-like fixture swaps typically does not need one.
Can I live at home during a kitchen remodel?
Most homeowners do, with a temporary kitchen set up elsewhere in the house. Expect 8 to 14 weeks without the main kitchen.
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Answered by Gilad Segev — Founder & Licensed General Contractor, Oria Builders (CSLB #1029255). Last updated October 2, 2026.