What is the Real Kitchen Remodel Timeline

So you’ve finally decided to let us remodel your kitchen—congratulations! Your Pinterest board is thriving, your countertops are this close to being quartz, and your inner chef is ready for the glow-up. But now comes the question that haunts all kitchen dreamers: “How long is this going to take?”

Don’t worry, you won’t be eating microwave meals for all eternity. At Kitchen Wise Closet Wise, we’re all about transparency, timelines, and the occasional snack break. So let’s break down the real-life kitchen remodel timeline, step-by-step. (Spoiler: it’s less scary than you think!)

The Dreaming & Planning Phase (2–4 Weeks)

This is the “vision board” stage, aka The Fun Part. We’ll chat with you, learn your kitchen wish list (yes to that spice drawer), and take measurements so precise they’d make a mathematician weep.

You’ll choose materials, finishes, and maybe even a few extras like a built-in wine rack or under-cabinet lighting for dramatic midnight snack runs.

Consultation with our design team
Site measurements and layout drafts
Product and material selection

KWCW Tip: Don’t rush this step! A little extra planning here saves weeks of headaches later.

Ordering Materials (2–6 Weeks)

Once you've picked everything from backsplash to cabinet hardware (go ahead, choose the gold ones—you deserve it), we order your dream components. Depending on how big and unique those dreams are, some items may take a little longer than others to arrive.

Orders placed
Delivery dates confirmed
Scheduling your start date

Warning: This is when patience is a virtue. It’s the calm before the sledgehammer.

Demolition & Prep (2–5 Days)

Time to say goodbye to that avocado-green tile and mismatched cabinets. We’ll carefully remove the old to make space for the shiny and new.

Old cabinets, counters, and flooring removed
Electrical and plumbing lines adjusted (as needed)
Dumpster in the driveway = progress

Installation Party! (2–4 Weeks)

This is where your kitchen starts to look like a kitchen again—only way better. We install cabinets, countertops, appliances, lighting, hardware, flooring, and all the finishing touches.

Cabinets installed
Countertops templated and fitted
Flooring and backsplash laid
Appliances installed and tested

Cue the happy dance: your kitchen is taking shape!

Finishing Touches & Clean Up (1–3 Days)

Every cabinet aligned, every light switch working, every tile grouted. We walk through everything with you, fix any little issues (if needed), and leave your kitchen looking showroom-ready—and squeaky clean.

Final walkthrough
Punch list items completed
Deep clean and photo ops!

Total Timeline: 6 to 12 Weeks (Give or Take a Few Crumbs)

Every kitchen is unique (just like you!), so timelines can vary depending on scope, special orders, and any unexpected discoveries once the walls come down (surprise plumbing, anyone?).

But rest assured: Kitchen Wise Closet Wise keeps things efficient, organized, and dare we say… kind of fun.

So, Should You Be Scared?

Absolutely not.

Should you be excited? YES.

Because at the end of it all, you’re not just getting a new kitchen—you’re getting your happy place. A space that’s totally you, from cabinet to counter.

And we’ll be with you every step of the way, cheering you on and keeping you updated and informed.

Ready to turn your “someday kitchen” into a “today kitchen”? Call Kitchen Wise Closet Wise and let’s get this remodel party started! Because good things take time—but great kitchens are always worth the wait.

By Kitchen Wise Closet Wise Staff 8-1-2025

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