The kitchen is the room that decides whether a house works for your family, and it's the room buyers judge first when you sell. We plan around how you actually cook, store and gather, then build it with cabinetry, counters, tile and plumbing done right the first time.
Many Auburn and Opelika homes built in the '80s, '90s and early 2000s have good bones and tired kitchens: builder-grade oak, laminate tops, a closed-off layout. Sometimes the right answer is a full remodel. Sometimes it's painting the cabinets and changing the counters for a third of the price. We'll tell you which, honestly.
At a glance
- Typical timeline
- 2–6 weeks on site
- Typical investment
- From $8,000 refresh · $25,000–$80,000 full remodel
- Permits
- Required when plumbing, electrical or walls change. We pull it.
- Contractor
- Z Construction & Remodeling LLC, Auburn, AL
- Service area
- Auburn, Opelika, Smiths Station and Lee County, AL
- Languages
- English and Spanish
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Try the cost estimatorWhat's included
- Layout planning and design coordination
- Demolition and haul-off
- Custom, semi-custom or stock cabinetry
- Quartz, granite, butcher block and solid-surface counters
- Tile backsplashes
- Islands and peninsulas
- Plumbing and electrical coordination, under-cabinet lighting
- LVP, tile or hardwood flooring
- Drywall, trim and paint to finish
- Permits and inspections when required
BeforeAfterDrag to see the difference
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View the galleryWhy homeowners pick us for this
Build and finish, one crew
The people who hang your cabinets also paint the trim and set the tile. No hand-offs, no finger-pointing between trades.
A kitchen you can live with during the work
We plan a temporary sink and fridge setup, dust barriers and a daily cleanup so your family can still function.
Refresh or remodel, honestly
If your cabinet boxes are solid, we'll show you what painting and new counters would cost next to a full tear-out.
What drives the price
A kitchen in Lee County typically lands between $25,000 and $45,000 when the layout stays the same, and $45,000 to $80,000 when walls or plumbing move. A cosmetic refresh starts around $8,000. Your written estimate is the real number, and it's the one we hold to.
Layout changes
Moving a sink, range or wall adds plumbing, electrical and framing. Keeping the footprint is the biggest single saving.
Cabinet line
Stock, semi-custom and custom cabinetry can differ by 2–3× for the same kitchen. Painting sound boxes is cheaper still.
Counters and tile
Quartz and granite are close in price here; the edge profile, seams and backsplash height move the number.
What's behind the walls
Older homes can hide water damage or undersized wiring. We check before we price and flag anything we find before we fix it.
No surprises. That's the whole process.
Four steps, clearly communicated, so you always know where your project stands.
Walkthrough
We come to the house, listen to what you want, measure, and talk honestly about what's possible and what it costs.
Written estimate
A clear scope, line-item pricing and a realistic timeline in writing. No vague "we'll see" numbers.
Build
Permits pulled, trades scheduled, site kept clean. You get updates as the work happens, not after.
Final walkthrough
We walk every inch with you, handle the punch list, and don't call it done until you do.
Guides for this project
Frequently asked questions
How long will I be without a kitchen?
Most full kitchen remodels take 3 to 6 weeks on site once materials are in. We sequence the work so the sink and fridge are back as early as possible, and we'll set up a temporary station if you want one.
Should I paint my cabinets or replace them?
If the boxes are solid wood or plywood and the layout works, painting with a sprayed enamel gives you a new-looking kitchen for roughly a fifth of replacement cost. If doors are warped, boxes are water-damaged or you want a new layout, replace them.
Do you help with design and choosing materials?
Yes. We help you plan the layout, then point you to the local showrooms and suppliers we trust for cabinets, counters and tile, and coordinate orders and measurements.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel?
Cosmetic work usually doesn't. Moving plumbing, adding circuits or changing walls does. We pull the permits in our name and meet the inspector in Auburn, Opelika or Lee County.
Can you work with my budget?
Tell us the number you're comfortable with. We'll show you what it buys, where to spend, and where to save, before you commit to anything.
Tell us about your project
Three quick questions. We reply within one business day, usually the same day.
Our promise, in writing
- A written scope and price before any work starts
- No surprise invoices: changes are agreed in writing first
- Licensed for residential work in Alabama and insured
- Clean site every day, and a walkthrough before we call it done
- A reply within one business day, in English or Spanish
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Ready to start your project?
Tell us what you have in mind. We come out, take a look, and send a clear, written estimate. No pressure, no surprises.