Arlington, Middlesex County
Kitchen remodeling in Arlington, MA
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What do you want done in your kitchen?
Pick the closest one.
Two-families in East Arlington, bungalows in the Heights. Read what kitchens here cost and what old walls hide, then ask us to price yours, free.
- Free estimates on every kitchen
- Layout changes and islands
- Cabinets, counters, tile, sinks
Kitchen layers that matter most in Arlington
Small footprints and older houses make some parts of the kitchen more important than others. Each course links to its own page.
Floor: tile flooring in Arlington, MA
Cracked or dated tile makes a bungalow kitchen look older than it is. In older houses, it is worth knowing what is under the existing floor before anything comes up.
Kitchen remodeling overview
Cabinets
Original cabinets in older houses sag and run short on storage. New cabinets usually take 8 to 14 weeks to arrive, so the order sets the calendar.
Kitchen cabinet installation
Island and layout
A galley or closed-off kitchen can open to the dining room. Removing a wall can be structural, so we plan it before pricing.
Kitchen island installation
Countertops and backsplash
When cabinets are sound but counters are chipped or stained, new counters and a kitchen backsplash in Arlington, MA freshen the room.
Kitchen layout changes
Sink and faucet
A worn basin or dripping faucet is used daily. A new kitchen faucet in Arlington, MA goes in with the rest of the work. Sinks on outside walls face cold winters.
Kitchen remodeling
Arlington houses, costs and what old walls hide
East Arlington has two-families with narrow kitchens and plumbing stacked between floors. Arlington Heights has bungalows with small footprints. Plaster walls and older wiring can turn up once demolition starts, so leave room in the budget.
Arlington is also in the state's fossil-fuel-free building pilot. Check with the building department before adding gas lines. Ask the town whether your street falls under any historic district review before you plan exterior-facing changes.
Cost to remodel a kitchen in Arlington
These are published Massachusetts figures, not a quote. A refresh runs about $25,000 to $45,000, often 3 to 5 weeks of work. Mid-range is about $50,000 to $85,000, often 6 to 9 weeks. A full gut with a new layout is about $90,000 to $175,000 and up. Ask what any price includes: appliances, permits, lead-safe work, electrical upgrades.
Your free estimate turns a range into a number. Neighbouring towns have their own pages, including Somerville and Cambridge.
Samples, measure, install
Cabinets set the calendar, so start early.
Tell us about your kitchen
Send your town and what you want to change.
Get your free estimate
We price the work you want at no cost to you.
Choose what goes in
Pick cabinets, counters, tile, sink and fixtures.
We remodel the kitchen
We carry out the remodel you chose.
Start cooking
Fixtures go in and the kitchen is yours again.
Questions from Arlington homeowners
Do I need historic district approval for kitchen remodeling in Arlington, MA?
Interior kitchen work usually differs from exterior changes, but rules depend on your property. Ask the Arlington building department, and send us your address with your request so we can plan around it.
Does a pre-1978 Arlington home need a lead-safe contractor?
Federal and Massachusetts lead rules apply to paid work in housing built before 1978 once a job disturbs more than 6 square feet of painted surface in a room. Most older Arlington kitchens qualify. We will talk through your house's age at the estimate.
What is the best tile flooring for a kitchen?
Porcelain and ceramic are common choices. Published local installed prices run roughly $10 to $20 or more per square foot for tile. Old vinyl tile may need testing first.
Can a tile backsplash go directly on drywall?
Often yes, if the wall is flat and dry. Plaster walls in older Arlington houses may need prep first, which we check at the estimate.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
A refresh is often 3 to 5 weeks of work and a mid-range job 6 to 9 weeks. Cabinets usually take 8 to 14 weeks to arrive.
Is the estimate really free?
Yes. Tell us your town and what you want to change, and we price it at no cost.
Request my free estimate in Arlington
Tell us your street, what you want to change and any photos you have.
- We read your request
- We come back with a free estimate
- You choose what goes in
Step 1 of 6
What do you want done in your kitchen?
Pick the closest one.