Fast, Reliable Kitchen Remodeling Across Plantation
A full kitchen remodel in Plantation typically runs $14,000-$45,000 and takes 6-12 weeks in the city’s 1960s-70s CBS homes, where permit coordination with roof and window upgrades is often unavoidable. We’re based in Fort Lauderdale and can be on-site in Plantation within 30 minutes, which matters when you’re navigating the City of Plantation’s permit cycle and the seasonal re-roofing backlog. Call (844) 665-0162 for a free estimate.
We’ve worked in Plantation long enough to know the local drill. The single-story concrete block homes east of University Drive, the flat-roof ranches off Broward Boulevard, the seasonal water table that rises within two feet of grade come June. Your kitchen remodel isn’t happening in a vacuum. It’s happening in a city where half the housing stock is hitting insurance-mandated roof replacement age simultaneously, and where the Florida Building Code doesn’t grandfather in your jalousie windows or single-pane sliders. That’s why our Kitchen Remodeling team plans for the full project envelope, not just the pretty parts.
Why Groundwork Construction Co. of South Florida Is Plantation’s Preferred Kitchen Remodeling Company
We’re not contractors who discovered Plantation last year. We’ve been pulling permits through the City of Plantation’s building department long enough to know which inspectors flag structural tie-downs on flat-roof CBS homes, and which ones want to see wind-mitigation documentation before they’ll sign off on a kitchen that touches a load-bearing wall. That local fluency saves our clients weeks.
Our reputation here is built on passing inspections without the rework cycle that burns budgets. Homeowners in neighborhoods like Plantation Acres and the older corridors near Broward Boulevard refer us because we’ve handled the specific headache of coordinating a kitchen gut with a simultaneous roof replacement. One project manager, one timeline, one accountable team.
Response time matters when you’re living out of a microwave. From our Fort Lauderdale base, we’re typically on-site in Plantation within 30 minutes for consultations, measurement, or troubleshooting. No three-hour windows. No “we’ll be there sometime Tuesday.”
Raymond Estevez, who leads Groundwork Construction Co., personally reviews every Plantation project plan before permitting. He’s flagged enough kitchen layouts that would have conflicted with pending roof tie-downs to know that a quick drawing review upfront beats a failed inspection and a change order.
Our Kitchen Remodeling Services in Plantation
Full Kitchen Remodeling
A full kitchen remodel in one of Plantation’s 1960s-70s CBS homes almost always reveals surprises behind the drywall: galvanized supply lines, ungrounded outlets, original ductwork sized for a different era. We strip to studs, replace what’s failing, and build back with your choice of materials from our 50+ brand roster. In Plantation specifically, we coordinate these jobs with any pending roof or window work so you’re not paying for two permit cycles. Built to spec, not to convenience.
Kitchen Design & Layout
Plantation’s older homes were built for a different kitchen culture: smaller footprints, closed-off from living spaces, often with the original sliding glass door to a patio that’s now a code violation. Our design process starts with what’s structurally possible in a CBS block home with a flat or low-slope roof. Moving a wall? We’ll tell you upfront if it triggers a structural tie-down upgrade. Adding a window? We’ll check whether your existing fenestration already forces a whole-house replacement. You choose the brand, we handle the build.
Cabinets & Countertops
We install KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry across multiple price tiers, paired with quartz or granite surfaces from Cambria, Silestone, or Caesarstone. In Plantation’s humid climate, we specify cabinet boxes and finishes rated for South Florida’s moisture load. We’ve seen cheap particleboard swell and delaminate within two seasons here. We don’t spec that.
Quartz & Granite Countertops
Engineered quartz from Cambria, Silestone, or Caesarstone handles Plantation’s heat and humidity without the sealing regimen natural stone demands. For older homes with settled slabs, we template carefully; a 50-year-old CBS foundation often has subtle pitch changes that show up in countertop alignment. We measure twice, fabricate once, and install with the structural tolerance these homes require.
Backsplash, Tile & Flooring
Tile selection in Plantation needs to account for slab-on-grade construction and the seasonal moisture that wicks through older concrete. We specify appropriate membranes and setting materials, and we know which porcelain and ceramic lines perform long-term in this environment. Backsplash installation runs $800-$2,500 depending on material and linear footage.
Small & Partial Kitchen Remodels
Not every Plantation kitchen needs the full treatment. Cabinet refacing, countertop replacement, or a targeted backsplash update can transform a space without touching structure. Even here, though, we check the project boundary: if your home’s on the city’s re-roofing wave and your kitchen work involves the ceiling plane, we’ll flag the coordination need upfront.
Kitchen Island Installation
Adding an island to a Plantation kitchen sounds straightforward until you’re cutting into a 50-year-old slab with the water table one to two feet below grade. Any island with plumbing requires careful drainage planning to avoid Broward County surface water violations. We coordinate with licensed plumbers who know the local conditions. Kitchen island installation runs $3,000-$10,000.
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Trusted Brands We Service in Plantation
We don’t push proprietary products. Our relationships with 50+ recognized brands mean you choose what fits your budget and taste, and we source it efficiently for the Plantation market. For kitchens, that includes KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry; Cambria, Silestone, and Caesarstone countertops; and Kohler and Moen fixtures. We keep lead times transparent, and we don’t substitute without your sign-off. From driveway to roofline, one contractor handles every phase.
Common Kitchen Remodeling Problems We See in Plantation Homes
- Code-obsolete windows and doors. That original jalousie window over your sink or the single-pane aluminum slider to the patio? It won’t pass current Florida Building Code impact-resistance requirements. We see homeowners assume these are grandfathered, only to learn mid-remodel that the city requires whole-house fenestration upgrades before issuing a certificate of completion.
- Slab moisture and drainage conflicts. Plantation’s high seasonal water table means any excavation for island plumbing, footings, or bump-outs risks moisture intrusion and Broward County surface water violations. We plan drainage before we cut concrete.
- Structural tie-down surprises on flat roofs. Relocating ductwork or adding a skylight in a low-slope or flat-roof CBS home often triggers permit-required tie-down upgrades. With the city-wide re-roofing wave already stretching inspector availability, missing this coordination can add weeks.
- Double-permitting with roof replacements. Because so many Plantation homes are simultaneously hitting insurance-mandated roof age, kitchen remodels that touch roof structure or load-bearing walls need timing coordination. We’ve seen projects where the roof contractor and kitchen contractor fought for the same inspection slot. We avoid that.
Pricing for Kitchen Remodeling in Plantation, FL
Here’s what kitchen remodeling costs in Plantation’s current market. These ranges reflect real projects we’ve priced in Broward County, accounting for the code-compliance work that’s often necessary in 1960s-70s homes.
| Service | Price Range |
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| Kitchen Remodel | $14,000-$45,000 |
| Small Kitchen Remodel | $9,000-$20,000 |
| Cabinet Installation | $4,000-$13,000 |
| Countertop Installation | $2,000-$6,500 |
| Backsplash Installation | $800-$2,500 |
| Kitchen Island Installation | $3,000-$10,000 |
What moves you within these ranges? Cabinet grade and brand, countertop material, whether we hit structural or MEP surprises behind the walls, and whether your project coordinates with roof or window upgrades. We don’t guess. We open walls during estimate where possible, and we price upfront. Call (844) 665-0162 for a free, itemized estimate.
We Also Serve Cities Near Plantation
Our Fort Lauderdale base puts us within easy reach of Kitchen Remodeling in Plantation plus Fort Lauderdale, Broadview Park, Lauderhill, and Lauderdale Lakes. Same crew, same brand access, same single-source accountability. If you’re near the Plantation border, we’ll tell you honestly whether your project timing works better with Broward County or city permitting.
Serving Plantation, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Plantation area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs - Kitchen Remodeling in Plantation
Yes, any kitchen remodel involving structural, electrical, or plumbing changes requires a City of Plantation permit, and in 1960s-70s CBS homes it frequently triggers roof or window upgrades because the existing systems don’t meet current Florida Building Code. If your home still has original single-pane aluminum windows, jalousies, or a flat roof flagged by your insurer, the city will likely require those upgrades before issuing a certificate of completion. We review your home’s permit history and insurance status during our first visit so you’re not surprised mid-project. Call (844) 665-0162 and we’ll check what you’re walking into.
Any excavation in Plantation needs drainage planning because the seasonal water table can rise to within one to two feet of grade during the wet season. For kitchen islands with sinks or dishwashers, we specify elevated drain lines, appropriate backflow prevention, and coordination with Broward County surface water management rules. Skip this step and you’ll face moisture wicking through the slab and potential code violations. We bring licensed plumbers who’ve worked specifically in Plantation’s conditions. Call (844) 665-0162 to discuss your island plan.
Engineered quartz from Cambria, Silestone, or Caesarstone outperforms natural stone in Plantation’s humidity and heat, requiring no annual sealing and resisting the moisture that swells lesser materials. In older CBS homes with settled slabs, we template with extra precision; a 50-year-old foundation often has subtle variations that telegraph through to countertop alignment. We’ve installed all three brands in Plantation kitchens and can show you samples matched to your cabinet selection. Call (844) 665-0162 to compare.
You can keep it only if your kitchen work doesn’t touch the roof structure or require new penetrations, but many Plantation flat roofs are already under insurance-mandated replacement orders due to age. If your insurer has flagged replacement, we strongly recommend timing the kitchen remodel with the re-roof to avoid double permitting and the risk of water intrusion during installation. In a 1972 CBS ranch off Broward Boulevard, our crew ripped out a jalousie-windowed kitchen to the studs. The homeowner’s insurer had already flagged the flat roof for replacement, so we coordinated the countertop and cabinet install (KraftMaid, Cambria quartz) with a roof tie-down upgrade, passing the City of Plantation’s permit inspection in one visit - no open-air surprises during the June downpours. Call (844) 665-0162 to discuss your roof status.
Expect 8-14 weeks for a full remodel in Plantation’s older housing stock, compared to 6-10 weeks in newer construction, because of the code-compliance work that surfaces behind the walls: electrical panel upgrades, galvanized plumbing replacement, and the structural tie-downs flat-roof homes often need. Add 2-4 weeks if you’re coordinating with a simultaneous roof or window replacement, which we recommend rather than sequencing them back-to-back. We build realistic timelines and don’t promise what the permit process won’t allow. Call (844) 665-0162 for a schedule based on your specific home.
Written by Raymond Estevez, Owner at Groundwork Construction Co., serving Plantation and South Florida homeowners with full-scope residential construction.