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Kitchen Remodeling in Lomita, CA

Lomita has kept its small-town scale, with homes from every postwar decade. We design kitchens that fit each one and handle the City permit.

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Getting Started in Lomita

A Clear Path to a New Kitchen

Lomita, Spanish for "little hill," sits on land that was once part of Rancho San Pedro, deeded by the Spanish Crown in 1784. The city incorporated on June 30, 1964, partly to prevent annexation by its neighbors and to limit high-rise apartment construction, and it has kept a small-town scale between Torrance and Rancho Palos Verdes. Its 7,900 homes are spread evenly across the postwar decades.

The 1970s, 1950s and 1960s each account for about a fifth. Single-family houses make up half the stock, one home in six sits in a large building of twenty or more units, and close to seven percent are mobile homes. Just under half of households own.

We plan on paper first. After measuring and checking the wiring and pipes, we draw the new kitchen in 3D and write an itemized price for it.

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House Systems

Water, Power, Air and the Job Site

The finishes get the attention, but these checks keep the job on schedule.

Hauling debris. Lomita's Planning handouts include a Waste Hauling Customer Acknowledgement Form, which suggests the City regulates who can haul construction debris. We confirm the current requirement and use an approved hauler for the debris bin, so there's no conflict with the City's franchise rules. We also recycle what we can, such as metal, cardboard and clean wood.
Remodeling in phases. Not every family can do a full remodel at once. A phased approach might start with electrical and plumbing upgrades, followed by cabinets and counters a year later, and finally flooring and lighting. Planning the whole kitchen at the start ensures each phase fits the final design, avoiding rework. We can price each phase separately.
Getting materials onto the lot. Lomita has a small railroad museum, opened in 1966 and devoted to the steam era, but on a remodel the more practical concern is the lot itself. Some older lots are narrow, with the house set close to the driveway. That affects deliveries: a long countertop slab may need to come down a side yard, and a debris bin may only fit in the driveway. We look at access during the first visit.
Making room for a dishwasher. Adding one means giving up a 24-inch base cabinet next to the sink, running a dedicated circuit and a hot water line and connecting the drain to the sink tailpiece or disposal with the required air gap or high loop. If the counter run is short, an 18-inch model or a single dishwasher drawer fits where a full unit won't.
Climate. All of Lomita shares ZIP 90717, which falls in the state's climate zone 6.

Kitchen Services

Remodeling Services for Lomita Homes

Each service below can stand alone or become part of a full remodel.

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DrawingsReady for plan review

Written scopeEvery line listed

In-house crewNo day-labor hand-offs

Services for Every Part of the Room

The details and price for each service are a click away.

Cabinet Installation

Full-extension drawers instead of deep, dark bases.

Countertops

Counters planned around prep, not just looks.

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Warm traditional kitchen with a tiled wall behind the counters

Backsplash

Backsplash tile with clean cuts and flush covers.

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Kitchen Flooring

Floors that run smoothly into the next room.

Kitchen Lighting

Recessed, under-cabinet and pendant light in layers.

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Appliance Installation

Appliances checked for fit before they are ordered.

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Island or Peninsula

Island or peninsula, drawn before it is built.

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Compact condo kitchen with built-in appliances

Small Kitchen Remodeling

Compact kitchens that cook like big ones.

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Open-plan kitchen layout with granite surfaces

Layout Changes

Layout changes drawn in 3D first.

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Completed modern white Shaker kitchen remodel

Full Kitchen Remodel

The whole kitchen, done once and done right.

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Getting Approved

Lomita Kitchen Permit Guide

If your home was remodeled while the County handled Lomita's building services, those records are now with the City. We request them before designing, because they show what earlier work was permitted and sometimes include old floor plans. Unpermitted work, such as an enclosed porch or garage conversion next to the kitchen, may need to be legalized before the new kitchen can be finaled.

Work	Usually needs	What to know
Paint, hardware or cabinet fronts only	Usually no permit	Cosmetic work rarely needs one; we confirm before starting.
Like-for-like replacement	Light review	Reconnected plumbing and wiring are inspected.
Added lighting or dedicated circuits	Electrical permit	Panel changes are part of the same filing.
Island sink or moved fixtures	Plumbing permit	Drain work is checked before it is covered.
Structural changes	Plan review required	We prepare the drawings and calculations.

The City's Planning pre-review is typically required for additions, new houses, ADUs, garages, pools, landscaping and hardscape.
An interior kitchen remodel usually goes straight to Building & Safety. If your kitchen plan includes an addition or a new exterior door to a patio, Planning may need to review it first.

Service Details

The Details, Service by Service

For each service: our method, a Lomita note and a typical price.

Storage first

Cabinet Installation in Lomita, CA

If you cannot reach what you own, the cabinets are the problem.

We measure every wall and opening, then plan drawers, pull-outs and tall storage before door styles. Installation is level and tight, with fillers scribed to uneven walls. It's a detail inspectors check.

Lomita specifics

Many Lomita houses have a door from the kitchen to an attached garage. Building codes require that door to be solid or fire-rated and self-closing in many cases, to slow fire spreading from the garage. If your remodel moves or replaces that door, we specify one that meets the current requirement.

Our first questions

Decide on crown and fillers
Choose door style last
Plan the trash pull-out
Solve the blind corner

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What do semi-custom cabinets cost in Lomita?

Semi-custom boxes, installed, generally run

$280–$520 per linear foot of cabinet run.

More drawers and organizers push it higher.

Surfaces for real cooking

Countertop Installation in Lomita, CA

Prep space on both sides of the sink is worth more than a fancy edge.

The sink and faucet are chosen first, because the cut-outs depend on them. Installation is checked for level and the seams are color-matched. Quartz is more durable and heat-resistant, but heavier and costlier. Tile counters are inexpensive and heat-proof, though grout lines are harder to clean. We help match the material to the home and budget.

On Lomita jobs

Laminate has improved a lot. Modern versions mimic stone convincingly, cost much less and come in thin profiles. They're good for rentals and mobile homes, where weight matters.

Our first questions

Pick the sink first
Template after cabinets are set
Confirm faucet holes
Compare quartz and granite

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What does countertop installation cost in Lomita?

Expect counters to cost

$65–$125 for each square foot installed.

Fabrication details, not just the stone, set the price.

Protection with style

Backsplash Installation in Lomita, CA

Tile layout around outlets and windows separates good work from average.

Tile height is set to meet the uppers cleanly or run full height. Every joint is cleaned and checked before we move on.

Our first questions

Decide the height
Extend outlet boxes
Keep spare tile
Repair drywall first

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What does tile backsplash cost in Lomita?

Installed tile generally runs

$17–$57 per square foot.

The tile you pick and the wall area set the total.

A flat start

Kitchen Flooring in Lomita, CA

A floor that is easy to clean is worth more than a trend.

The base is ground or leveled so the new floor lies flat. Grout is sealed where the tile needs it.

Our first questions

Confirm appliance clearance
Plan thresholds
Pick a wet-safe surface
Test slab moisture

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What does porcelain flooring cost in Lomita?

Tile flooring typically costs

$7–$11 per square foot, with prep.

Simple layouts in standard tile keep it low.

A brighter kitchen

Kitchen Lighting in Lomita, CA

Light changes how the whole kitchen feels.

Fixtures are efficient LEDs, with dimmers where they help. We check that the panel can carry any new load.

Our first questions

Plan under-cabinet strips
Finish wiring before tile
Confirm energy-code controls
Plan night lighting

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Kitchen pendant and recessed lighting remodel

What does an electrician charge for kitchen lighting in Lomita?

Plan on

$960–$3,750 for the kitchen, fixtures extra.

More zones and dimmers add a little.

Installed and tested

Appliance Installation in Lomita, CA

Appliances are the part of the kitchen you use most.

The gas or electrical supply is confirmed for each appliance. Old appliances can be hauled away.

What differs in Lomita

Some of the oldest Lomita kitchens never had a dishwasher.

Our first questions

Measure openings
Review spec sheets
Size the hood
Size dedicated circuits

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What does it cost to install kitchen appliances in Lomita?

Installation labor for a full set of appliances in Lomita typically runs

$530–$2,650 per kitchen in labor.

The appliances themselves are separate.

Planned to scale

Kitchen Island or Peninsula in Lomita, CA

Before choosing an island, measure the aisles.

The island is drawn in 3D so you can walk around it on screen. Plumbing and power are routed before the floor is finished.

Our first questions

Choose island or peninsula
Size for stools
Check appliance doors
Finish the end panels

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Butcher block kitchen island prep surface

What does a Lomita kitchen island run?

Most Lomita islands land at

$4,800–$19,000 with cabinets, top and installation.

The countertop is usually the biggest part of the price.

Galley and compact kitchens

Small Kitchen Remodeling in Lomita, CA

Compact kitchens are where good design shows most.

We build storage upward with cabinets to the ceiling. The result is a complete kitchen in a smaller footprint. One Planning web page still refers to coordinating with County Building after Planning review, but the City's Building page says the City handles everything, so we treat the City as the building authority and confirm when we file. The 1970s were Lomita's busiest building decade, much of it apartments and condos. Kitchens from that era often have dropped ceilings with fluorescent panels, dark wood cabinets, tile or laminate counters and electric ranges.

Local note

For many years, Lomita contracted with the County for building services. The City now provides all Building & Safety services itself, including plan check, permits and inspections, through its GeoCivix online system. County records were transferred to the City, and the City took over projects that were in progress under the County.

Our first questions

Choose compact appliances
Plan a pull-out pantry
Run counters continuously
Swap doors for drawers

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How is a small kitchen priced in Lomita?

A small-kitchen remodel typically costs

$30,449–$40,028 for the total project.

Premium appliances push it higher.

Layout Planning

Matching the Kitchen to the House

The earliest postwar homes in Lomita are modest single-story houses with closed kitchens and small windows. Their systems usually include galvanized or early copper supply lines, cast-iron drains, small panels and ungrounded outlets. Old sheet vinyl, its glue and sprayed ceiling texture can contain asbestos, and paint from before 1978 can contain lead, so samples go to a lab before anything is torn out.

1950s and 60s houses: A full remodel here normally includes rewiring and repiping.
Mobile and manufactured homes: We sort out which agency has jurisdiction over your coach first.
Closed kitchens: opening one wall toward the dining area often matters more than any finish.

Cost Guide

Lomita Kitchen Cost Ranges

Plan on $89,000–$167,500 for a complete Lomita kitchen with a changed layout.

How much does a full kitchen remodel cost in Lomita?

A remodel that changes the plan and replaces cabinets, counters, floors, lighting and appliances generally falls at $89,000–$167,500.

Gut-and-rebuild kitchen$89,000–$167,500Project total

Remodel price ranges

From the lightest scope up:

Counters, backsplash, lighting

New tops, tile and light without moving anything.

$26,000–$47,000

Coach, condo or galley kitchen

Compact kitchens gutted and rebuilt. Even small, a gut remodel can outrun a light update of a larger kitchen.

$30,449–$40,028

New cabinets, layout unchanged

A full finish replacement without layout changes.

$47,000–$89,000

Full remodel and systems

The full remodel: new layout, cabinets, counters and lighting.

$89,000–$167,500

Premium finishes or moved walls

Bearing walls, custom millwork or top-tier appliances.

$157,000–$262,000

Adding up the single-service prices overstates a full remodel. Demolition, rough-in and supervision overlap, so a combined project costs less.

A 1950s house with rewiring, new plumbing and an opened wall typically lands in the full band. A 1970s condo kitchen updated in place is often mid-range.

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Process

How We Work in Lomita

Step 1

First visit

We take dimensions and talk through how you cook and store.

Step 2

Visualize

You see the new kitchen in 3D before anything is ordered.

Step 3

Estimate and approval

You approve the itemized price; we handle the permit.

Step 4

Build

Demolition, rough-in, cabinets, counters and finishes in order.

Step 5

Sign-off

Final inspection and a room-by-room check with you.

Service Area

Serving Lomita Homeowners

Every street in Lomita is in our service area.

Nearby service areas:

Rolling Hills Estates West Carson Rolling Hills Rancho Palos Verdes Carson Redondo Beach All service areas

Project Gallery

Kitchen Ideas From Our Project Gallery

Bright contemporary kitchen remodel inspiration

Efficient Layout

Bright cabinets, continuous prep, and clear aisles

Cabinet Refresh

Shaker cabinets, soft-close hardware, and taller pantry storage

Peninsula Prep

Butcher-block prep edge when a full island would crowd circulation

Countertop Focus

Quartz perimeter planned for continuous prep

Lighting Layers

Recessed ambient plus under-cabinet task lighting

Flooring Transitions

Durable flooring detailed into adjoining rooms

Appliance Fit

Measured openings before ordering ranges and refrigeration

Warm Traditional

Classic door styles selected by homeowner preference

Reviews

What Homeowners Say About Our Kitchen Team

200+ reviews from homeowners across Los Angeles County.

★★★★★

"They measured carefully, showed a 3D layout, and did not push an island our aisle could not support. Cabinets and quartz look sharp, and the job site stayed clean."

Maria G., Los Angeles, CA

★★★★★

"Storage was the problem, tall pantry and drawer bases fixed it. Lighting under the cabinets made the counters actually usable at night."

Daniel & Rosa L., Los Angeles, CA

★★★★★

"Permits and inspections were handled without us chasing paperwork. One team for cabinets, counters, and appliances."

Hector P., Huntington Park, CA

★★★★★

"Peninsula instead of a forced island, exactly what our floor plan needed. Soft-close everywhere and a clear itemized quote."

Ana R., Cudahy, CA

★★★★★

"They coordinated the range hood vent correctly and explained electrical upgrades before work started. Professional from consult to walkthrough."

Luis M., Bell, CA

★★★★★

"Transparent pricing and a project manager who answered texts. The finished Shaker kitchen feels like our house, just updated."

Patricia S., Commerce, CA

FAQs

Lomita Kitchen Questions

What is the price range for a Lomita kitchen? +

Most projects fall between $26,000 for a refresh and $89,000–$167,500 for a full remodel; same-layout cabinet jobs run $47,000–$89,000.

Who issues building permits in Lomita? +

The City of Lomita Building & Safety, through GeoCivix.

Does my kitchen need Planning review? +

Usually not for interior work, but additions or exterior changes may.

Can any company haul my debris? +

The City has a hauling acknowledgement form; we use an approved hauler.

What is the timeline for a Lomita kitchen? +

A same-layout kitchen permit usually takes a few weeks through GeoCivix. Planning pre-review, structural changes or old unpermitted work add time. Expect the crew on site for roughly six weeks, give or take two.

Can you work around my schedule? +

We agree on work hours and access before starting, and keep you updated on each phase.

Let's Talk About Your Lomita Kitchen

Share a few details about the house and what you want to change. Phone (213) 515-6576 or send the form, and expect an answer within 24 hours, Mon–Sat 7AM–5PM.

Daily cleanup on site
Permit and inspections handled
3D layout before demolition

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