A kitchen remodel from a Tampa Bay contractor runs $15,000 to $25,000 for a basic refresh, $25,000 to $40,000 mid range, and $40,000 to $60,000+ for high end, over a 6 to 10 week schedule. CraftLine is a licensed, insured design build kitchen contractor serving Hillsborough and Pinellas, with a 5.0 rating across 93 Google reviews.
| Remodel Type | Cost Range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Basic refresh | $15,000 to $25,000 | 4 to 6 weeks |
| Mid range | $25,000 to $40,000 | 6 to 8 weeks |
| High end | $40,000 to $60,000+ | 8 to 10 weeks |
For the full cost breakdown, see our Tampa Bay kitchen cost guide and the remodeling cost calculator.
A kitchen remodel is one of the most disruptive projects in a home, so the contractor matters more than the cabinet brand. A few things to check before you sign. Confirm the contractor holds an active Florida license and carries general liability and workers comp insurance, which you can verify on our licensing page. Ask whether they are design build, meaning one team handles design, permits, and construction, or if you will be coordinating a designer, a general contractor, and the trades yourself. Read the reviews, and look for volume and recency, not just a high star count. And get the scope in writing with an itemized number, not a vague range, so there are no surprises at the halfway point.
We remodel kitchens across the bay, from Tampa to St. Petersburg. One example: a 10 by 12 South Tampa kitchen with quartz, soft close custom cabinets, and a tile backsplash, completed for $27,900 in seven days.
Every CraftLine project follows the same four steps, so you always know what comes next and what it costs.
Every contractor says they are licensed and insured. Here is how to actually check, before you hand anyone a deposit. Our kitchen remodelers near me guide goes further, explaining what CGC, CBC, and CRC on a Florida licence actually mean and how to read a Notice to Owner.
The first is the deposit rule. Under Florida Statute 489.126, a contractor who takes more than 10 percent of the contract price up front on a residential job has to apply for the necessary permits within 30 days of that payment and start the work within 90 days of the permits being issued, unless you have agreed in writing to something different. So a large deposit followed by months of silence is a statutory problem, not only a frustrating one. Knowing that changes how the conversation goes.
The second is the construction lien law in Chapter 713. Suppliers and subcontractors who work on your home can send you a Notice to Owner, and if the general contractor takes your money but does not pay them, a lien can land on your property even though you paid in full. Protect yourself by asking for lien releases from subs and suppliers with each draw. Any established contractor will hand those over without being asked twice.
A single lump sum tells you nothing about what you are buying. On a typical Tampa Bay kitchen the money distributes roughly like this, and a proposal that cannot show you these categories has not been priced, it has been guessed.
| Category | Share of a typical kitchen budget |
|---|---|
| Cabinetry and hardware | 35 percent |
| Labor and installation | 25 percent |
| Appliances | 15 percent |
| Countertops | 10 percent |
| Electrical, plumbing, and permits | 8 percent |
| Flooring, tile, and paint | 7 percent |
On top of that, plan a 10 to 15 percent contingency. In older Tampa and St. Petersburg homes the usual culprits are dedicated circuits an old panel cannot carry and cast iron drain lines under the slab. A contractor who never mentions contingency is either new or is planning to raise it later as a change order. The full breakdown by tier is in our 2026 kitchen budget guide.
Comparing bids is easier when the scopes match. Ask each contractor to price the same cabinet line, the same counter material, and the same appliance package, otherwise you are comparing three different kitchens and calling the cheapest one the best value.
CraftLine holds a 5.0 rating across 93 Google reviews from Tampa Bay homeowners. We are a licensed and insured Florida contractor and a member of NARI Tampa Bay, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry.
Expect $15,000 to $25,000 for a basic refresh, $25,000 to $40,000 mid range, and $40,000 to $60,000 or more for high end. Scope, home age, and materials drive the number.
Most projects run 6 to 10 weeks. A basic refresh can finish in 4 to 6 weeks. Layout changes and custom cabinets add time.
Florida contractors carry a state license you can verify, plus liability and workers comp insurance. Ask for the license number and proof of insurance before work starts.
One company handles design, permitting, and construction under a single contract, so you are not coordinating separate designers, a general contractor, and trades. It keeps the schedule and the budget in one place.
Florida law sets an important line at 10 percent. Take more than that on a residential job and the contractor must apply for permits within 30 days and start within 90 days of issuance. Beyond the deposit, payments should follow a draw schedule tied to completed milestones.
It is a routine notice from a supplier or subcontractor that they are working on your property and have lien rights under Chapter 713. Receiving one is normal. Ask for lien releases with each draw and the risk stays where it belongs.
Hand every bidder the same scope: the same cabinet line and construction, the same countertop material, the same appliance package, and the same tile allowance. Then compare the category breakdown, not just the total.
Comparing kitchen remodel contractors in Tampa Bay? Schedule a free quote or call us at (813) 522-4359. We will walk the space, talk through your budget, and give you a written number you can plan around.