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Cabinets & Countertops in Coral Gables, FL - What to Expect

New cabinets and countertops in Coral Gables typically run $6,000-$19,500 for a standard kitchen, with most projects wrapping in 2-3 weeks from demo to final hardware. We’re Groundwork Construction Co., and you can reach us at (844) 665-0162 for a free on-site estimate that breaks down exactly where your job falls in that range.

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How We Handle Cabinets & Countertops - Start to Finish

We’ve refined this into five clear stages so homeowners know what’s happening, what’s being decided, and how long each piece takes.

Stage 1: Measure and template (Day 1)

We arrive with laser measures and a checklist of every decision point. You’ll confirm cabinet layout, door swing clearances, and whether you’re keeping existing appliances in place. For Coral Gables kitchens built in the 1920s-1950s, we also inspect wall plumb and floor level - many of these homes have settled unevenly on their oolite limestone foundations, and catching that now prevents cabinet gaps or countertop overhang issues later. This stage takes 2-3 hours.

Stage 2: Demolition and prep (Days 2-3)

Old cabinets come out, countertops are broken down and hauled. We expose walls to inspect for moisture damage, outdated wiring, or plumbing in the wrong position. If you’re relocating a sink or cooktop, this is when we flag the structural work. Demo on a typical Coral Gables kitchen takes one day; prep and minor wall repair adds another if needed.

Stage 3: Cabinet install and adjustment (Days 4-7)

Base cabinets go in first, then uppers. We shim, level, and secure to studs - critical in older homes where stud spacing isn’t always 16 inches on center. Soft-close hardware and interior organizers get installed now. You’ll do a walkthrough to confirm door alignment and drawer glide feel before we move on. Most installs finish in 3-4 days; complex layouts with corner solutions or appliance panels add time.

Stage 4: Countertop templating and fabrication (Days 8-14)

With cabinets set, we create the final template for stone or quartz. Fabrication off-site typically takes 5-7 business days depending on material availability and edge profile complexity. You’ll have already chosen your slab and edge detail in Stage 1, so this is mostly waiting - though we use this window for backsplash prep if that’s part of your scope.

Stage 5: Countertop install, plumbing reconnect, and final hardware (Days 15-17)

Countertops are set, seams are bonded and polished, sinks and faucets are reconnected. We install remaining hardware, adjust everything one last time, and clean out. Final walkthrough with you takes 30 minutes. Most kitchens are fully functional by end of this stage.

The Cabinet and Countertop Choices You’ll Actually Decide Between

These are the real forks in the road, with what each costs you in dollars and daily use:

• Stock vs. semi-custom vs. custom cabinets: Stock boxes (KraftMaid’s standard lines, for example) run $120-$300 per linear foot installed and deliver in 2-4 weeks. Semi-custom adds modification flexibility - deeper drawers, specialty heights - at $300-$600 per foot and 6-10 week lead times. Fully custom shop-built starts around $600 per foot and stretches to 12-16 weeks. For Coral Gables’ older kitchens with non-standard wall heights or odd corners, semi-custom often pays for itself in better fit and fewer filler strips.
• Frameless European vs. face-frame construction: Frameless gives you slightly more interior space and a cleaner, more contemporary look. Face-frame is sturdier for heavier stone countertops and reads more traditional - a common preference in Mediterranean Revival homes. Both work; this is aesthetic and functional preference, not right or wrong.
• Quartz vs. granite vs. quartzite countertops: Engineered quartz (Cambria, Silestone, Caesarstone) is non-porous, consistent in pattern, and needs no sealing - runs $55-$120 per square foot installed. Natural granite varies more slab to slab, requires annual sealing, and hits $50-$150 per foot depending on rarity. Quartzite (natural, harder than granite) is $70-$200 per foot and demands experienced fabricators. For busy Coral Gables households that cook often, quartz’s maintenance profile usually wins.
• Edge profile and thickness: Standard 3cm edge with a slight bevel or eased edge is included in most quotes. Upgraded edges - ogee, waterfall, mitered - add $15-$40 per linear foot. Waterfall sides on islands run $800-$2,500 additional. Decide this when you approve the template; changes after fabrication aren’t possible.
• Hardware grade and style: Basic bar pulls and knobs are included in many cabinet packages. Premium hardware (soft-close undermount slides, push-to-open mechanisms, integrated LED lighting) adds $500-$2,000 to a full kitchen. We recommend handling samples in our office before finalizing - weight and finish vary enormously between suppliers.

What Cabinets & Countertops Costs in Coral Gables, FL

Five variables push your number up or down:

Kitchen size and layout complexity: A compact galley kitchen in a 1930s Coral Gables bungalow might hit the low end at $6,000-$9,000. A spacious U-shape with island in a 1960s ranch runs $14,000-$19,500.

Existing condition and demo scope: Cabinets that were improperly installed into plaster-and-lath walls, or countertops with water-damaged substructure, add repair hours before new materials go in.

Plumbing or electrical relocation: Moving a sink, adding a pot filler, or switching from electric to gas cooktop requires licensed trade work and permits. Each relocation adds $800-$2,500.

Material grade and brand tier: Entry-level stock cabinets with laminate counters vs. semi-custom with quartz cambria is often a $6,000-$10,000 swing on material alone.

Permit and inspection requirements: Coral Gables’ Board of Architects review, when triggered, adds administrative cost and extends timeline - more on that below.

A written estimate from us includes cabinetry, countertops, hardware, installation, haul-away, and basic plumbing reconnect. It does not include appliance upgrades, flooring replacement, or structural modifications unless specifically noted.

What Coral Gables Homes Specifically Do to This Job

Coral Gables isn’t like neighboring Miami or unincorporated Miami-Dade, and cabinets & countertops projects here hit friction points that don’t exist elsewhere.

The city’s Board of Architects operates independently from Miami-Dade County permitting. For any project visible from the exterior - including kitchen windows replaced as part of a larger renovation, or additions that expand the kitchen footprint - you’ll need Board approval before county permits even begin. That means drawings showing material compatibility with the 1920s Mediterranean Revival code: stucco textures, approved color palettes, arched proportions. We’ve seen this add 3-6 weeks to project timelines, and contractors unfamiliar with the dual-track process get caught mid-project with stop-work orders.

Inside the walls, the housing stock tells its own story. Kitchens in the Country Club Prado or Granada areas often sit on oolite limestone foundations that have settled for 80-100 years. Walls aren’t square. Floors slope gently toward original clay-tile drainage. We measure everything three times and shim cabinets to level rather than trusting the floor plane. It’s slower work than new construction, but it’s the only way to get countertops that don’t crack at stress points.

The High-Velocity Hurricane Zone code also affects choices. If your cabinets & countertops project includes window replacement or exterior door relocation, impact-rated glazing and engineered connectors are mandatory. That pushes material costs up and limits some aesthetic options - but it’s non-negotiable for permit approval in Coral Gables.

We’ve also learned to coordinate around the heritage-tree ordinance on streets like Alhambra Circle and Granada Boulevard. Massive banyan roots have cracked foundations, shifted plumbing, and created moisture intrusion that warps cabinet bases. If your kitchen shows unexplained water damage at the exterior wall, we inspect for root intrusion before installing new materials - replacing cabinets over a continuing moisture problem is wasted money.

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Get Your Free Estimate for Cabinets & Countertops in Coral Gables

We’ll come to your home, measure your space, inspect existing conditions, and deliver a written estimate with material options across multiple price tiers. No pressure, no deposit required to review. Call (844) 665-0162 or reach out through our Coral Gables service page to schedule. If you’re considering a broader renovation, we can also discuss how cabinets & countertops fit into Kitchen Remodeling in Coral Gables or connect you with our Kitchen Remodeling crew for full-scope planning. Many homeowners pair kitchen updates with Walk-In Showers & Shower Remodeling in Coral Gables or a Tub-to-Shower Conversion in Coral Gables to complete their home’s transformation under one contractor.

Written by Raymond Estevez, Owner at Groundwork Construction Co., serving Coral Gables and South Florida.