Fast, Reliable Kitchen Remodeling Across Lakes by the Bay
A full kitchen remodel in Lakes by the Bay typically runs $14,000-$45,000 and usually takes 6-10 weeks from permit to final walkthrough. Most of our Lakes by the Bay projects involve more than cosmetic updates. Because this community’s housing stock was built in the late 1980s and early 1990s, many pre-Andrew homes lack hurricane straps and impact glazing, so kitchen remodels here often include structural upgrades that are unnecessary in newer communities. We’re Raymond Estevez’s team at Groundwork Construction Co., based in Fort Lauderdale and regularly on-site in the 33189 ZIP. Call (844) 665-0162 for a free estimate.
Why Groundwork Construction Co. of South Florida Is Lakes by the Bay’s Preferred Kitchen Remodeling Company
We’ve worked throughout southern Miami-Dade long enough to know that Lakes by the Bay isn’t interchangeable with Cutler Bay or Homestead. The split between pre-Andrew and post-Andrew construction here is sharp, and it changes what we find behind every kitchen wall.
Our crews know the difference between a 1989 CBS home with single-wrap hurricane straps and a 1994 rebuild with full NOA-compliant connections. That matters when we’re removing a kitchen wall to open up the floor plan. We’ve reinforced top plates on SW 174th Terrace, upgraded non-impact kitchen windows on SW 184th Street, and solved slab moisture issues near the community’s man-made lakes where the water table sits just below grade.
Homeowners in Lakes by the Bay choose us because we’re a single-source contractor. You don’t juggle a separate window company, a structural engineer, and a cabinet installer. Our Kitchen Remodeling team handles every phase, and you choose the brand, we handle the build.
Our Kitchen Remodeling Services in Lakes by the Bay
Full Kitchen Remodeling
A full kitchen remodel in Lakes by the Bay starts with understanding what year your home was built and what code cycle it falls under. Pre-1993 homes often need structural reinforcement before we ever select cabinetry. We handle permit pulls through Miami-Dade County, coordinate FEMA AE/AH flood zone requirements for any slab or footing work, and manage the full build from demolition to final inspection. Most full remodels in this market run $14,000-$45,000 depending on layout changes and material selections.
Cabinet Installation & Refacing
We install KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinetry across multiple price tiers, and we’re equally comfortable with full replacement or refacing when the existing boxes are sound. In Lakes by the Bay’s CBS construction, cabinet removal sometimes reveals wall conditions that need addressing before new units go in. Cabinet installation here typically costs $4,000-$13,000. Refacing runs less, and we’ll tell you honestly when it’s the smarter path.
Quartz & Granite Countertops
Our countertop selection includes Cambria, Silestone, and Caesarstone, three of the most recognized engineered quartz brands in residential construction. Natural granite is also available. In Lakes by the Bay kitchens, we pay particular attention to slab support over older cabinets that may have settled slightly, and we verify that island installations account for any post-Andrew structural modifications. Countertop installation runs $2,000-$6,500 in this market.
Backsplash & Tile Flooring
Backsplash installation in Lakes by the Bay kitchens ranges from $800-$2,500. We see a lot of moisture-related tile failures in this area due to the shallow water table, so our prep work is thorough. Any kitchen flooring that involves slab contact gets a vapor barrier assessment first. We don’t install over a compromised substrate.
Kitchen Design & Layout
Our design process accounts for how you actually use the kitchen, but also for how the space connects to the rest of your home’s envelope. In Lakes by the Bay, that means evaluating whether the kitchen shares walls with the garage or exterior, and whether opening up that wall affects wind-load transfer. Built to spec, not to convenience.
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Trusted Brands We Service in Lakes by the Bay
We work with 50+ recognized industry brands across every category we touch. For Lakes by the Bay kitchen projects, that means Kohler and Moen fixtures, Silestone and Caesarstone countertops, and KraftMaid or Wellborn cabinetry. We don’t lock you into proprietary products. You choose the brand that fits your budget and taste, and we source it through our established supply relationships. That keeps lead times predictable and gives you genuine material choice, not whatever’s convenient for us.
Common Kitchen Remodeling Problems We See in Lakes by the Bay Homes
- Ignored hurricane straps behind kitchen walls. Contractors who don’t know the local building history often miss single-wrap or absent straps when removing drywall. We inspect and upgrade these connections as standard practice, not an upsell.
- Non-impact windows left in place during a remodel. Kitchen windows that open to the exterior are a common breach point in Lakes by the Bay’s older homes. Upgrading to impact-rated units during the remodel protects the entire envelope.
- Slab moisture ruining new subflooring. The shallow water table throughout the 33189 ZIP means standing water can seep into kitchen slabs before new flooring is sealed. We test and mitigate before installation.
- Wall-to-roof connections compromised during layout changes. Opening up a kitchen to create an open plan can interrupt the continuous load path. We engineer the fix before we cut.
Pricing for Kitchen Remodeling in Lakes by the Bay, FL
Here’s what kitchen remodeling costs in the Lakes by the Bay market based on our current project data:
| Service | Price Range |
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| Kitchen Remodel | $14,000 - $45,000 |
| Cabinet Installation | $4,000 - $13,000 |
| Countertop Installation | $2,000 - $6,500 |
| Backsplash Installation | $800 - $2,500 |
What moves you within these ranges? Layout changes that involve structural walls, impact window upgrades, and the material tier you select for cabinets and countertops. A kitchen with KraftMaid semi-custom cabinets, Cambria countertops, and impact-rated PGT windows sits at a different investment level than a refacing job with stock cabinets and retained windows. We provide itemized estimates before any work begins. Call (844) 665-0162 for a free, no-obligation quote.
We Also Serve Cities Near Lakes by the Bay
Our crews work throughout southern Miami-Dade and northern Monroe counties. If you’re in Lakes by the Bay, Cutler Bay, Cutler Ridge, Goulds, or East Perrine, we cover your area with the same single-source accountability. From driveway to roofline, one contractor handles every phase.
Serving Lakes by the Bay, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lakes by the Bay 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 Lakes by the Bay
Yes, if your home was built before 1993 and still has original wall-to-roof connections. Miami-Dade’s post-Andrew code requires adequate hurricane straps, and we upgrade any deficient connections we find during kitchen demolition. On SW 174th Terrace, we remodeled a 1990 CBS kitchen where the original wall between the kitchen and garage was not tied to the roof. We reinforced the top plate and added hurricane straps before installing new Cambria countertops and KraftMaid cabinets, ensuring the whole wall can handle a Category 5 wind event. Call (844) 665-0162 if you’re unsure about your home’s build year.
You don’t have to, but we strongly recommend it for pre-1993 Lakes by the Bay homes. Non-impact windows adjacent to the kitchen create a breach point in your home’s envelope during a storm, and replacing them during a remodel avoids duplicating labor later. We install Andersen, Pella, Marvin, and impact-rated PGT and CGI lines. Estimates are free.
The shallow water table in Lakes by the Bay, caused by near-sea-level elevation and the community’s network of man-made lakes, means standing water can intrude into any ground-disturbing work. We test slab moisture before installing new flooring, use appropriate vapor barriers, and pull FEMA AE/AH permits when required. Skipping this step is why we see so many failed tile jobs in this ZIP.
Yes, if your cabinet boxes are structurally sound and square. We do this regularly in Lakes by the Bay when homeowners want a fresh look without the full remodel investment. We’ll inspect the boxes, check for moisture damage from the local conditions, and give you an honest assessment. Countertop-only replacement runs $2,000-$6,500.
More likely than in newer communities. The split between pre-Andrew and post-Andrew construction here means we regularly find single-wrap straps, non-impact glazing, and wall connections that don’t meet current standards. We build contingency into our estimates and communicate findings immediately. Nothing gets hidden. Call (844) 665-0162 to schedule an assessment of your specific home.
Ready to remodel your Lakes by the Bay kitchen with a contractor who understands what hides behind these walls? Call Groundwork Construction Co. at (844) 665-0162 for a free estimate. We’ll assess your home’s build era, identify any structural upgrades needed, and build you a kitchen that looks good and holds up when it matters.
Written by Raymond Estevez, Owner at Groundwork Construction Co., serving Lakes by the Bay and South Florida.