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Kitchen Remodeling in Long Beach, CA

From Bixby Knolls and California Heights to Belmont Shore and North Long Beach, the city's houses come from every era. We design kitchens to fit each one and handle the City permit.

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Long Beach Kitchens

Reading the House Before the Plan

Long Beach incorporated in 1897 as a seaside resort town, and its neighborhoods record each wave of growth since. When Jotham Bixby died in 1916, the remaining 3,500 acres of Rancho Los Cerritos were subdivided into what became Bixby Knolls, California Heights, Los Cerritos, North Long Beach and part of Signal Hill. Oil discovered on Signal Hill in 1921 brought a boom, and the 1933 earthquake, which did most of its damage to unreinforced masonry buildings, reshaped how the city built afterward. Today it's one of the largest cities in California, with a housing stock that ranges from pre-war bungalows to postwar tracts and downtown towers.

The process is simple: we look closely at the room, design it in 3D around your cooking and storage, and give you an itemized estimate in writing.

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Systems and Site

Water, Power, Air and the Job Site

Before choosing cabinets, we make sure the house can support the new kitchen.

Two climate zones. Most Long Beach ZIP codes are in Energy Commission climate zone 6, but 90805, 90807 and 90808 in the north and east fall in zone 8.
Protecting the house. Floors and doorways along the work path are covered, and debris goes out at the end of each day.
Shutoffs. We confirm working shutoff valves before the old sink comes out, and replace any that are seized.

Kitchen Services

What We Build in Long Beach Kitchens

From the cabinets to the lighting, everything is designed in-house and built by our own installers.

Licensed & insuredCSLB #1087602

PermitsFiled with the City of Long Beach

Clear scheduleAgreed up front

Daily cleanupEvery workday

Pick Your Upgrade

Open any card to see what is involved and the typical price.

Cabinet Installation

New cabinetry built around how you cook.

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Granite countertop with an undermount sink

Countertops

Surfaces that handle heat, spills and daily use.

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Warm traditional kitchen with a tiled wall behind the counters

Backsplash

Full-height or counter-height, planned to scale.

Kitchen Flooring

Porcelain or vinyl plank with clean transitions.

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Pendant lights hanging above a kitchen island

Kitchen Lighting

Replace one ceiling fixture with a real plan.

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Appliance Installation

Appliances checked for fit before they are ordered.

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Island or Peninsula

Extra counter where the room allows it.

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Compact condo kitchen with built-in appliances

Small Kitchen Remodeling

Right-sized appliances and smarter storage.

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Open-plan kitchen layout with granite surfaces

Layout Changes

Rethink the plan before choosing finishes.

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Completed modern white Shaker kitchen remodel

Full Kitchen Remodel

A gut remodel with one team and one plan.

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Permit Basics

Getting Your Long Beach Kitchen Permitted

Long Beach's Community Development Building and Safety Bureau has more than one permit route for kitchens, and the right one depends on what you're changing and where the home is. 1. Online, for a minor kitchen remodel in a one- or two-family home.

Work	Usually needs	What to know
Painting and swapping hardware	Generally exempt	Purely cosmetic changes seldom require review.
Like-for-like replacement	Light review	Reconnected plumbing and wiring are inspected.
More outlets and new light fixtures	Electrical permit	Code requires dedicated appliance circuits.
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 lets applicants apply and pay online for a minor kitchen remodel and, once approved, issues the permit by email in one step, even outside business hours.
You need an online profile, and an owner's agent or contractor attaches a letter of authorization or the City's permit proxy form.
2. Express, for same-location replacements.
Under the City's Express Permit bulletin (IB-058), a kitchen qualifies when existing cabinets, flooring, wall finishes, tile, counters and plumbing or electrical fixtures are replaced in the same location, at the same size.
The floor plan and kitchen layout can't change, walls and openings stay as they are, and no new plumbing or electrical fixtures, equipment or outlets can be cut into existing walls.
Express permits don't require plans. Because Express permits aren't available in the Coastal Zone, in historic districts or on qualified historical buildings, the same kitchen can follow different paths in different parts of town.

Service Details

Scope and Pricing for Each Service

Each block covers the work, a local note and the Long Beach price range.

Room for everything

Cabinet Installation in Long Beach, CA

Drawers beat doors in almost every base cabinet.

We measure every wall and opening, then plan drawers, pull-outs and tall storage before door styles. Installed cabinets are protected until the counters and tile are done. If you're switching from gas to induction, combustion byproducts from the range disappear entirely.

What differs in Long Beach

Much of Long Beach sits close to the twin ports, and prevailing winds carry port and freeway emissions inland. Inside, cooking adds its own particles. A hood that vents outdoors and is used every time you cook, combined with good filtration in the central air system if you have one, makes a measurable difference.

Fixed on paper first

Plan the trash pull-out
Confirm appliance openings
Run uppers to the ceiling
Size the pantry pull-out

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What should I budget for Long Beach cabinets?

Installed cabinetry typically costs

$290–$580 per linear foot, installed.

The grade of the doors and boxes drives the figure.

A clear run to work on

Countertop Installation in Long Beach, CA

Where the seams fall matters as much as the stone you pick.

Slabs are measured digitally on the set cabinets, not from drawings. Seams land in low-traffic spots and are nearly invisible.

Fixed on paper first

Lay out the slab pattern
Match the backsplash height
Template after cabinets are set
Decide on a waterfall end

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What should I budget for Long Beach countertops?

Long Beach countertop installation typically comes to

$48–$79 per square foot, with installation.

Porcelain and premium quartz sit toward the high end.

Tile with clean lines

Backsplash Installation in Long Beach, CA

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

Cuts are planned around outlets, switches and windows before setting starts. Grout is sealed and the edges finished with trim or a clean return.

Fixed on paper first

Lay out outlet cuts
Repair drywall first
Choose a sealer
Confirm switch spacing

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What is the cost of a kitchen backsplash here?

A typical tile splash costs

$16–$53 for each square foot of wall.

Large-format tile and slab sit at the top.

A flat start

Kitchen Flooring in Long Beach, CA

Transitions matter as much as the floor itself.

Porcelain, ceramic, vinyl plank and engineered wood all work with the right prep. We leave spare tiles or planks for future repairs.

Worth knowing in Long Beach

Lead paint is nearly certain, and asbestos may be in old flooring or pipe insulation.

Fixed on paper first

Pick a wet-safe surface
Confirm appliance clearance
Plan thresholds
Keep spare material

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How much is floor installation in Long Beach?

Kitchen tile flooring here runs about

$7–$11 per square foot, installed.

Moisture barriers and underlayment add a little.

Lighting that works

Kitchen Lighting in Long Beach, CA

Older kitchens rarely have enough light or circuits.

Wiring is finished before drywall patching, tile and paint. Night lighting under the toe kick is an easy add.

For Long Beach homes

The energy code treats the two slightly differently for windows and insulation, so we confirm the zone for your address before specifying products.

Fixed on paper first

Space recessed lights
Map lighting zones
Check panel capacity
Label new circuits

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Kitchen pendant and recessed lighting remodel

How much does kitchen lighting installation cost in Long Beach?

Kitchen lighting installation here costs about

$960–$3,750 per kitchen, labor only.

Older wiring can add cost when it needs replacing.

Appliance planning

Appliance Installation in Long Beach, CA

Built-in appliances need exact openings.

Delivery is timed to the build so units are not stored on site. Gas connections are tested and the hood is balanced.

Here in Long Beach

Original panels are often too small for today's appliances, and the wall between rooms may support ceiling joists.

Fixed on paper first

Confirm gas or power
Pick panel-ready units
Plan the hood duct
Review spec sheets

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How is appliance installation priced in Long Beach?

Expect installation labor of

$530–$2,650 for the kitchen, labor only.

Moving the range or adding a gas line costs more.

The center of the kitchen

Kitchen Island or Peninsula in Long Beach, CA

Seating, storage and prep space all compete for the island.

Storage faces the side where you cook. Outlets are placed where they will not be splashed.

Fixed on paper first

Draw it in 3D
Plan island outlets
Leave walkway room
Plan seating overhang

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Butcher block kitchen island prep surface

How much should I plan for an island in Long Beach?

Long Beach islands usually come to

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

Seating overhangs need supports, which add a little.

Planned to the inch

Small Kitchen Remodeling in Long Beach, CA

A tight room needs height, not more boxes.

A deeper sink and a single long counter add prep space. We plan a landing spot next to every appliance. Because the online minor kitchen path is limited to one- and two-family dwellings, a triplex or fourplex usually needs a different route.

Long Beach specifics

More than one in eight Long Beach homes is in a building of two to four units. Owner-occupants often live in one unit and rent the others. Kitchens in these buildings share drains and sometimes water heaters, so we plan shutoffs with tenants in mind and coordinate access.

Fixed on paper first

Run counters continuously
Check aisle width
Add landing space
Size the sink

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What does a full small-kitchen remodel cost in Long Beach?

A small-kitchen remodel typically costs

$23,217–$30,521 installed, start to finish.

Moving plumbing or custom cabinetry raises it.

Layout Planning

Shaping the Room, Then Styling It

Long Beach has about 181,000 homes, and the largest single group was built before 1940. More than half predate 1960. Only about four in ten are detached houses; the rest range from duplexes and fourplexes to large apartment and condo buildings.

Pre-war houses: Nearly one in five Long Beach homes was built before 1940. Kitchens in those houses tend to be small and enclosed, often with a service porch, a pantry and original built-ins. Inside the walls we expect knob-and-tube wiring in some cases, galvanized supply lines and cast-iron drains, and some houses sit on raised wood floors over a crawl space, which makes moving plumbing easier than on a slab. Original details such as built-in china cabinets or tile can often be kept if you want to preserve them.
Postwar tracts in the north and east: The 1940s and 1950s together account for about a third of the city's homes, many in tract neighborhoods. These houses usually have L- or U-shaped kitchens, a window over the sink and a wall between the kitchen and family room. Opening it with a beam is the change owners ask for most.
Three ways a Long Beach kitchen gets permitted: (9:00 on Wednesdays) to 3:30 p.m., with one appointment per customer per day. Moving the sink, adding outlets, removing a wall or working on a coastal or historic property means submitting plans. Most real remodels, with a new layout, new circuits or an island, fall into the third group.
Long Beach homes: A pre-war bungalow, a 1950s tract house and a high-rise condo all count as typical here, and each remodel is different.

Cost Guide

Pricing a Kitchen in Long Beach

Budget $96,500–$181,500 for a full Long Beach remodel; lighter scopes cost far less.

How much is a complete kitchen remodel in Long Beach?

Most complete remodels with layout changes land at $96,500–$181,500; the final figure depends on cabinets, stone and what we find behind the walls.

Complete kitchen, new plan$96,500–$181,500Per project, installed

Find your price band

Ordered by starting price:

Condo or small kitchen

Compact kitchens gutted and rebuilt.

$23,217–$30,521

Same-location replacement of finishes

Counters, splash, fixtures and lights in place.

$28,500–$51,000

New cabinets, counters, appliances

Cabinets and counters renewed, the plan stays.

$32,000–$57,600

Layout change with plan review

Plumbing and electrical moved, everything new.

$96,500–$181,500

Structural or high-end

Custom everything, sometimes with structural work.

$170,500–$284,000

Individual service prices assume a standalone job. Done together, much of the setup is shared.

Your estimate lists each trade and material separately, so you can see where the money goes.

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Process

How the Work Moves Forward

Step 1

First visit

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

Step 2

Design session

We refine the 3D plan with you and settle the finishes.

Step 3

Estimate, then permit

Your estimate first, then the permit application.

Step 4

Remodel

Demolition, systems, cabinetry and finish work.

Step 5

Done

Punch list closed and care instructions handed over.

Service Area

Where We Work in Long Beach

We serve homeowners in every Long Beach neighborhood. The City notes that historic districts and coastal zones can carry additional requirements under its zoning rules.

Surrounding areas:

Downtown Long Beach Signal Hill Lakewood Bellflower Paramount Hawaiian Gardens Cerritos 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

Long Beach Kitchen Remodel Questions

How expensive is a Long Beach kitchen remodel? +

Expect $28,500–$51,000 for a refresh, $32,000–$57,600 for new cabinets in the same layout and $96,500–$181,500 for a full remodel with a new plan.

What counts as an Express kitchen permit? +

Replacing existing finishes, cabinets, counters and fixtures in the same location, with no layout or wall changes and no new penetrations for plumbing or electrical.

Do I need historic review for an interior kitchen? +

Interior-only work without exterior changes generally doesn't need historic review. Exterior changes in a district or on a landmark do.

Can you remodel a condo kitchen? +

Yes, following the association's rules and the building's plumbing.

How long does a Long Beach kitchen remodel take? +

An online minor kitchen permit can be issued the same day it's approved, and Express appointments are quick. Plan review takes several weeks or more, depending on the scope and whether coastal or historic rules apply. Construction usually runs five to nine weeks.

Can you reuse my existing cabinets? +

Sometimes. Solid boxes can take new doors and counters; damaged or poorly built ones are usually better replaced.

Plan Your Long Beach Remodel

Send us your address and a short wish list for your Long Beach kitchen. Call (213) 515-6576 or use the form, and you will hear back within 24 hours, Mon–Sat 7AM–5PM.

Itemized written estimate
Permit drawings prepared in-house
Permit and inspections handled

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