How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost in the Fort Worth, Texas Area?

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If you’re thinking about remodeling your kitchen in Fort Worth — or anywhere across the DFW metroplex from Benbrook to Arlington to Aledo — one of the first questions on your mind is probably “what is this going to cost me?” It’s a fair question, and the honest answer is: it depends. But that doesn’t mean we can’t give you realistic numbers to work with.

After thousands of kitchen projects across the Fort Worth area, from Keller to Mansfield to Weatherford, here’s what we’ve seen in terms of real-world pricing and what drives those numbers up or down.

 

Typical Kitchen Remodel Costs in the Fort Worth Area

Kitchen remodels in the DFW area generally fall into three tiers:

Cosmetic Refresh: $15,000 – $35,000

This covers surface-level updates without changing the layout. Think new countertops, cabinet refacing or painting, updated backsplash, new hardware, and maybe a new sink and faucet. The bones stay the same. This is a good option for homeowners in Willow Park, Hudson Oaks, or Mansfield who like their kitchen’s footprint but want a fresh, modern look — maybe swapping out dated tile for large format porcelain tile or updating to a quartz or granite countertop.

 

Mid-Range Remodel: $35,000 – $75,000

This is where most of our Fort Worth and surrounding area clients land. A mid-range remodel typically includes custom cabinetry with soft-close hinges and drawers, countertops in granite, quartz, or quartzite, updated appliances, new flooring (hardwood or LVP), under-cabinet lighting, and possibly some minor layout changes like removing a small wall or relocating a sink. Many clients in Arlington, Burleson, and the Mid-Cities choose this level when they want a kitchen that looks and functions significantly different from what they started with.

 

High-End / Full Gut: $75,000 – $150,000+

A full gut renovation changes everything: layout, plumbing, electrical, walls, cabinetry, appliances, flooring, and finishes. This often includes opening up the kitchen to an adjacent living space for an open concept conversion, adding a waterfall island where one didn’t exist, relocating the range or refrigerator, and specifying custom cabinetry and premium finishes throughout. We’ve done projects like this across Fort Worth, Aledo, Keller, and Weatherford for clients who want a completely transformed space. A modern farmhouse kitchen with white cabinets, quartzite countertops, brushed gold fixtures, mosaic backsplash, and engineered hardwood flooring is one of the most popular high-end combinations we’re seeing right now.

 

What Drives the Cost?

No two kitchens are the same, which is why pricing varies. Here are the biggest factors that move the number:

Layout changes and open concept conversions: Moving plumbing and electrical is one of the most expensive parts of any kitchen remodel. Removing a wall to create an open floor plan requires structural evaluation and potentially new beams. If you’re keeping the sink, dishwasher, and range in their current locations, you’ll save significantly.

Custom cabinetry: This is typically the single largest line item. Custom cabinetry — which should always include soft-close hinges and full-extension soft-close drawers as standard — can range from $15,000 to $40,000+ depending on style, wood species, finish, and quantity. A butler’s pantry or walk-in pantry adds additional cabinet cost but is one of the most requested features we see.

Countertops: Laminate runs $15–$30 per square foot installed. Quartz and granite run $75–$125+. Quartzite and marble are at the premium end at $125–$200 per square foot. A waterfall island edge — where the countertop material continues down the sides of the island — adds material cost but creates a dramatic focal point.

Appliances: A standard appliance package runs $3,000–$8,000. Professional-grade appliances (Wolf, Sub-Zero, Thermador) can easily reach $15,000–25,000+.

Flooring: LVP (luxury vinyl plank), tile, and hardwood all have different price points. Wood look tile has become extremely popular for kitchen floors because it combines the warm look of wood with the durability and water resistance of porcelain. Expect $5–$15 per square foot installed, depending on material.

Electrical and lighting: Under-cabinet lighting, pendant lights over an island, and recessed lighting upgrades are common adds. If your home’s electrical panel needs updating to support new appliances, that’s an additional cost.

Scope creep: Once walls are opened up, surprises happen. Old plumbing, outdated wiring, water damage, or structural issues can add 10–15% to the project cost. A good full-service remodeler builds contingency into the estimate.

 

How to Get an Accurate Estimate

Online cost calculators and national averages can give you a rough idea, but they don’t account for the DFW labor market, local material pricing, or the specific conditions of your home. The best way to get an accurate number is to sit down with a remodeling professional who can walk your space, understand what you want, and give you a detailed, line-item estimate.

At Stanton & Company, our process starts with an in-home consultation and measure from our owner, Stanton Pearce. We provide an estimate, free of charge, with allowances for finishes. Once a customer decides to proceed, they make an appointment at our Design Center and Showroom on Camp Bowie Blvd. in Fort Worth. Our design consultants walk through your goals, explore your style and finishes preferences, discuss countertop options, look at flooring samples from hardwood to LVP to tile, and build a completely customized design plan with a line-item estimate before any work begins. No surprises. Homeowners come from across the metroplex — Crowley, Pantego, North Richland Hills, Euless, and beyond — because having a one-stop design center makes the selection process dramatically easier.

 

A Few Tips to Protect Your Budget

Know your non-negotiables before you start. What matters most — the layout, the finishes, the appliances? This helps allocate the budget where it counts.

Don’t skip the design phase. Spending time in a showroom making selections upfront avoids costly changes mid-construction. This is especially important for materials like countertops, where slab selection is a crucial building block.

Build in a contingency of 10–15%. Even well-planned projects encounter the unexpected. Having a buffer means an unforeseen electrical issue or plumbing surprise doesn’t blow up your budget.

Ask about the full scope. A good full-service remodeling company will include demolition, construction, materials, labor, plumbing, electrical, paint, trim, project management, and cleanup in their estimate — not just the pretty finishes.

 

How to Protect Yourself When Choosing a Remodeler

A kitchen remodel is a significant investment, and not every company quoting your project is equipped to do it right. Before signing with anyone, ask these questions:

Are your electricians and plumbers licensed and insured? In Texas, electrical and plumbing work must be performed by licensed professionals. An unlicensed crew doing this work puts your home, your safety, and your warranty at risk. Ask for license numbers and verify them.

Does the general contractor carry general liability insurance? If something goes wrong during construction — water damage, a fire, an accident — general liability insurance protects you. Ask for a certificate of insurance, not just a verbal confirmation.

 

Who is doing the framing and structural work? If your project involves moving walls, adding beams, or modifying your home’s structure, the crew doing that work needs to be experienced and insured. This is not a place to cut corners.

Will I have a dedicated project manager? A kitchen remodel involves coordinating multiple trades — electrical, plumbing, framing, cabinetry, countertops, flooring, paint, and trim. Without a project manager overseeing the schedule, the quality, and the communication, things fall through the cracks.

It can be tempting to go with the lowest bid, but in remodeling, a low price often means unlicensed labor, no insurance, no project management, and no accountability when something goes wrong. The difference between a professional remodeling company and three guys with a truck shows up in the details — and in what happens when there’s a problem six months after the job is done.

 

Ready to Start Planning?

Whether you’re thinking about a simple refresh or a complete kitchen transformation with custom cabinetry, a waterfall island, and an open concept layout, the first step is the same: have a conversation with someone who does this every day. We’ve been remodeling kitchens across the Fort Worth area for over a decade and we’d be happy to walk you through your options.

Schedule a free design consultation or visit our Design Center at 4824 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth. Call us at 817.731.5855 ext. 1 or contact us online at www.stantonandcompany.net

 

Proudly Serving the DFW Metroplex

Stanton & Company provides full-service residential remodeling, custom cabinetry, countertops, flooring, and design services to homeowners throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth area, including Fort Worth, Benbrook, Aledo, Willow Park, Hudson Oaks, Weatherford, Brock, Keller, the Mid-Cities (Euless, Bedford, Hurst), North Richland Hills, Arlington, Pantego, Mansfield, Burleson, and Crowley. Visit our Design Center on Camp Bowie Blvd. or call 817.731.5855 to schedule a consultation.