What Cabinets & Countertops Installation Costs and Involves in The Acreage
Cabinets & countertops replacement in The Acreage typically runs $6,000-$19,500 for a standard kitchen, with most projects completed in 5-10 business days depending on material lead times and whether plumbing or electrical needs relocation. You’ll make your biggest decisions during the templating phase, after demo but before fabrication begins. Call (844) 665-0162 to schedule a free on-site estimate and we’ll bring sample boards from KraftMaid, Wellborn, Cambria, Silestone, and Caesarstone so you can see how finishes read under your actual kitchen lighting.
How We Handle Cabinets & Countertops from First Measurement to Final Caulk
We’ve refined this into five distinct stages so homeowners in The Acreage know exactly where they stand and what they need to decide.
Stage 1: Site measure and existing condition assessment (Day 1, 2-3 hours)
We arrive with laser measures, a moisture meter, and a checklist built from working on CBS homes from the 1980s and 1990s that dominate this area. We’re checking whether your existing cabinets are sitting on a level slab, whether the drywall behind the backsplash is intact, and whether your sink plumbing comes through the floor or the wall. That last detail determines whether we can keep your sink in the same footprint or if moving it becomes a conversation. You’ll decide today whether you want to keep your existing appliance locations or shift anything. Shifting a gas cooktop or a dishwasher more than a few inches adds plumbing and electrical scope that extends the timeline.
Stage 2: Demo and rough prep (Days 2-3, 1-2 days)
We strip existing cabinets, countertops, and backsplash down to the substructure. On older CBS homes in The Acreage, we often find the original cabinets were fastened into block with Tapcons or similar masonry anchors that require careful extraction to avoid blowing out the face of the block. We also inspect the wall plane for plumb, since even a quarter-inch out over a ten-foot run becomes visible once new cabinets go in. You’ll decide during this stage if you want us to repair or replace any drywall, and whether to add under-cabinet lighting that requires a new circuit or junction box.
Stage 3: Cabinet install and adjustment (Days 4-6, 2-3 days)
We set base cabinets first, shim to level across the often-slightly-settled slabs common in this area’s 1980s-2000s housing stock, then hang uppers. Every joint gets checked for flush before we lock everything together. You’ll do a walkthrough with us at the end of this stage to confirm door swing directions, drawer glide feel, and whether any panels or trim pieces need reordering. This is your last chance to catch a finish mismatch or a sizing issue before countertops get templated.
Stage 4: Countertop templating and fabrication (Day 7, plus 7-14 day shop time)
We bring a templator to trace your cabinet footprint precisely, mark sink and cooktop cutouts, and note any wall irregularities that require custom edge treatments. For quartz from Silestone or Caesarstone, or for Cambria’s domestic quartz lines, fabrication typically takes 10-14 business days. You’ll decide final edge profiles during templating, ogee versus eased versus waterfall, and whether you want an integrated backsplash strip or a separate tile installation later.
Stage 5: Countertop install, sink hookup, and final seal (Days 8-10, 1-2 days)
We set slabs, seal seams with color-matched epoxy, install undermount sinks with proper support brackets, and reconnect plumbing. We run water and check for leaks, then caulk all cabinet-to-wall and countertop-to-cabinet joints. You do a final punch with us and we hand off care instructions specific to your material.
The Material and Configuration Choices That Actually Matter
- Stock versus semi-custom versus custom cabinets: Stock boxes from big-box retailers run $100-$300 per linear foot installed but limit you to standard sizes and finishes. Semi-custom lines like KraftMaid or Wellborn let you adjust heights, depths, and interior configurations for $300-$600 per linear foot, which we find fits most The Acreage kitchens built in that 1,800-2,400 square foot range. Full custom starts around $700 per linear foot and makes sense only when you’re working around unusual angles or integrating with existing millwork.
- Laminate versus solid surface versus quartz countertops: Laminate at $25-$40 per square foot installed is rare now except in rental properties or garage kitchens. Solid surface like Corian runs $50-$80 and offers seamless integration but scratches more easily. Engineered quartz from Cambria, Silestone, or Caesarstone runs $70-$120 per square foot installed, resists staining, and carries 10-15 year manufacturer warranties. We install all three but steer most homeowners toward quartz for the durability-to-price ratio.
- Framed versus frameless cabinet construction: Framed (American-style) boxes have a face frame that door hinges mount to, giving you slightly less interior access but more traditional styling. Frameless (European-style) boxes use thicker cabinet sides and full-overlay doors, maximizing storage in tight kitchens. Most The Acreage homes from the 1990s were built with framed boxes, so switching to frameless sometimes requires filler strips to close gaps where the old face frame used to sit.
- Undermount versus drop-in sink with your new countertop: Undermount looks cleaner and wipes directly into the sink basin, but it requires solid surface or quartz, not laminate, and it needs proper support brackets because the weight hangs from the countertop underside. Drop-in works with any material and costs less to install, though the rim collects grime. You’ll decide this before templating since the cutout differs.
- Hardware finish and hinge grade: Soft-close hinges from Blum or Grass add $8-$15 per door but eliminate slamming and extend cabinet life. For hardware, Kohler and Moen both make solid pulls and knobs in finishes that match their faucet lines, which matters when you’re trying to coordinate brushed nickel versus matte black across a whole kitchen.
What Cabinets & Countertops Costs in The Acreage, FL
| Component | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Installation | $4,000-$13,000 |
| Countertop Installation | $2,000-$6,500 |
| Combined Cabinets & Countertops | $6,000-$19,500 |
| Kitchen Island (if adding) | $3,000-$10,000 |
| Backsplash (separate) | $800-$2,500 |
Five variables move you toward the low or high end of that combined range. First, linear footage of cabinets, a galley kitchen in a 1980s ranch on 40th Street runs shorter than the L-shaped kitchens common in the early-2000s builds off Orange Boulevard. Second, whether we’re working around existing plumbing and electrical or relocating them, moving a sink across the kitchen can add $1,500-$3,500. Third, material grade, KraftMaid’s standard painted line versus their cherry or walnut species with glaze treatments. Fourth, countertop thickness and edge detail, 2cm versus 3cm quartz, standard eased edge versus a built-up ogee. Fifth, whether your existing cabinets were installed with proper blocking for granite or quartz loads, older installs sometimes lack the substructure for heavy stone and need reinforcement.
Our written estimates include demo, disposal, cabinets, countertops, hardware, sink reconnect, and basic caulking. They do not include appliance upgrades, flooring repair from the demo, permit fees if required, or any plumbing/electrical relocation beyond a direct reconnect. We’ll flag those potentials during the site visit so you’re not surprised.
How The Acreage’s Lots, Permits, and Housing Stock Shape This Job
The Acreage’s defining reality, those 1.25-acre parcels with private wells and septic systems, doesn’t directly alter a kitchen cabinet install the way it would an addition or pool build. But it matters indirectly. Because every structure sits within strict Palm Beach County setbacks from wellheads and drain fields, many homes here were designed with kitchens pushed toward the front or side of the house rather than centered on the lot. That front-loaded kitchen layout, common in the 1985-2005 CBS builds we work on most, often means the sink wall backs to a bedroom or garage rather than an exterior wall with direct venting. When you’re replacing cabinets and countertops, that interior-wall plumbing configuration can limit your options for adding windows or exterior venting for a cooktop hood without structural changes.
The permitting reality hits differently too. Since The Acreage is unincorporated, all permits route through Palm Beach County’s central office, and inspectors cover enormous territory. We schedule cabinet and countertop inspections early in the week because Friday slots slip, and a missed inspection can idle your project over a weekend. For a straightforward replacement with no plumbing or electrical relocation, you may not need a permit at all, but if we’re moving a sink or adding circuits for under-cabinet lighting, we pull the appropriate trade permits and coordinate the sequence so you’re not waiting on a re-inspection.
The housing age itself creates patterns we anticipate. Those CBS homes from the late 1980s and 1990s often have original cabinets built from medium-density fiberboard with thermofoil facing that starts delaminating after twenty-five Florida summers. The slab underneath is frequently poured without the level precision you’d see in newer construction, so our install crews carry extra shims and spend more time on base cabinet leveling than they might in a 2015 Wellington build. We also find more galvanized supply lines in the older stock, which we flag during demo since replacing them while the cabinets are open costs far less than coming back later.
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Frequently Asked - Cabinets & Countertops in The Acreage
Most projects run 5-10 business days on site, plus 7-14 days of countertop fabrication time after templating. The total elapsed time from contract to completion is typically 3-4 weeks if materials are in stock, 6-8 weeks if you’re ordering custom finishes. Call (844) 665-0162 and we can check current lead times for the specific Silestone or KraftMaid lines you’re considering.
You don’t need a permit for a direct replacement where plumbing and electrical stay in the same locations. If we’re moving a sink, adding a dishwasher, or running new circuits for lighting or appliances, we pull the appropriate Palm Beach County permits and schedule inspections to avoid the end-of-week delays common here. We’ll tell you exactly which scenario applies during your estimate.
Yes, and most homeowners in The Acreage do exactly that, keeping the sink, dishwasher, and cooktop in their existing footprints to control cost and timeline. The limitation is that you’re locked into your current kitchen workflow, which in some of these older front-loaded layouts isn’t ideal. We map your options during the site visit so you can see the price difference between keeping everything static versus relocating one element.
For comparable colors and thicknesses, installed pricing typically falls within $10-$20 per square foot across the three brands, with Cambria sometimes running slightly higher for its domestic manufacturing and proprietary designs. The bigger price swing comes from color selection, exotic patterns with heavy veining cost more than uniform solids across all three lines. We bring samples from each brand to your estimate so you can compare actual slabs rather than relying on website photos.
Usually yes, if your flooring runs under the current cabinets and we’re matching the same footprint. Problems arise when the previous installer butted cabinets to the flooring, leaving an unfinished edge, or when the new cabinet toe-kick height differs from the old. We measure for both scenarios during our initial site visit and flag any flooring work you’ll need before we start. Homeowners doing a full Kitchen Remodeling in The Acreage often pair cabinets and countertops with new flooring, but for a focused replacement we work with what’s there.
Ready to See Samples and Get a Written Estimate?
Call (844) 665-0162 to schedule a free on-site estimate for cabinets and countertops in The Acreage. We’ll bring material samples, measure your space, and deliver a written quote with line-item pricing within 48 hours. If your project is part of a broader renovation, our Kitchen Remodeling crew coordinates every phase under one contract. We also serve The Acreage homeowners looking to expand beyond the kitchen, many of whom pair this work with Walk-In Showers & Shower Remodeling in The Acreage or a Tub-to-Shower Conversion in The Acreage to update the whole house with one accountable team.
Written by Raymond Estevez, Owner at Groundwork Construction Co., serving The Acreage and South Florida.