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How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Chapel Hill, NC?

Regionally adjustedUpdated Prices checked October 20262 sources

In Chapel Hill, a kitchen remodel typically runs $14,650 to $41,780, about $27,090 for a typical job. That is the US national range from HomeAdvisor ($14,592 to $41,617) adjusted by the South Atlantic factor of 1.00 from the 2025 Cost vs. Value Report. Checked October 2026.

Adjusted for the South Atlantic region

Low
$14,650
Typical
$27,090
High
$41,780

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Kitchen remodel cost in Chapel Hill, NC

Each row says exactly what the figures are and where they come from.

Kitchen remodel cost in Chapel Hill, NC
EstimateLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
South Atlantic estimate$14,650$27,090$41,780National range × 1.00: the South Atlantic / national cost ratio for “Minor Kitchen Remodel | Midrange” ($28,567 vs $28,458) in the 2025 Cost vs. Value ReportOctober 2026
US national range$14,592$26,988$41,617Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft) (HomeAdvisor)October 2026

Kitchen remodel cost by type or size

US national figures in USD, as published by each source.

Kitchen remodel cost by type or size
Type or sizePrice (USD)Source
Minor remodel$10,000 to $20,000HomeAdvisor
Major remodel$20,000 to $65,000HomeAdvisor
Total makeover$65,000 to $130,000HomeAdvisor

What drives the cost of a kitchen remodel

  1. Cabinets

    Cabinets take nearly 30% of the budget.

  2. Kitchen size

    A 75 sq ft kitchen runs $5,600 to $17,500; a 200 sq ft kitchen $15,000 to $50,000.

  3. Scope

    Moving plumbing, gas or walls costs far more than replacing finishes in place.

  4. Countertops and appliances

    Stone counters and pro-style appliances push the total up.

  5. Labor and location

    Labor is about 25% of the total and varies by metro.

Permits and what's included in Chapel Hill

Permit note

Permits are needed for most remodels that touch plumbing, electrical or walls. Fees run about $460 to $2,770 depending on scope and local rules.

Rules are set locally; confirm with Chapel Hill’s building department.

What’s usually included

  • Design and demolition
  • Cabinets, countertops and fixtures in the agreed scope
  • Plumbing and electrical work in the agreed scope
  • Installation labor and cleanup

Scopes vary. Get the scope in writing on every quote.

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Top-ranked kitchen remodelers in Chapel Hill

The top 3 of 222 kitchen remodelers we rank for Chapel Hill, NC, by CR Score. Paid placement never changes rank.

  1. #1
    Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
    CR Score 605.0from 327 Google reviews
  2. #2
    Westpoint Designs, LLC
    CR Score 584.6from 32 Google reviews
  3. #3
    Cederberg Kitchens & Renovations
    CR Score 584.9from 55 Google reviews

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Kitchen remodel cost in Chapel Hill: questions

How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Chapel Hill, NC?

In Chapel Hill, a kitchen remodel typically runs $14,650 to $41,780, about $27,090 for a typical job. That is the US national range from HomeAdvisor ($14,592 to $41,617) adjusted by the South Atlantic factor of 1.00 from the 2025 Cost vs. Value Report. Checked October 2026.

Why is the Chapel Hill price different from the national price?

The 2025 Cost vs. Value Report puts the “Minor Kitchen Remodel | Midrange” project at $28,567 in the South Atlantic division against $28,458 nationally, a factor of 1.00. We apply that factor to the national range. It is a division-level adjustment, not a Chapel Hill price survey.

Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Chapel Hill?

Permits are needed for most remodels that touch plumbing, electrical or walls. Fees run about $460 to $2,770 depending on scope and local rules. Rules are set locally, so confirm with Chapel Hill’s building department.

What affects the cost of a kitchen remodel?

Cabinets: cabinets take nearly 30% of the budget. Kitchen size: a 75 sq ft kitchen runs $5,600 to $17,500; a 200 sq ft kitchen $15,000 to $50,000. Scope: moving plumbing, gas or walls costs far more than replacing finishes in place. Countertops and appliances: stone counters and pro-style appliances push the total up.

How many kitchen remodelers serve Chapel Hill?

We rank 222 kitchen remodelers for Chapel Hill, NC by CR Score. Get at least three written quotes for the same scope.

What is usually included in the price?

Design and demolition; Cabinets, countertops and fixtures in the agreed scope; Plumbing and electrical work in the agreed scope; Installation labor and cleanup. Always get the scope in writing on the quote.

Sources

Checked October 2026. Figures are estimates, not quotes.

  1. HomeAdvisor: Kitchen remodel cost · page updated June 17, 2026 · checked October 2026Primary source. Used for: Low, typical and high; prices by scope and size; drivers; permit.
  2. Journal of Light Construction: 2025 Cost vs. Value Report: Minor Kitchen Remodel, Midrange · page updated 2025 · checked October 2026Used for: Regional adjustment ratio.
  3. Journal of Light Construction: 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, South Atlantic division · checked October 2026Used for: Regional factor 1.00 for “Minor Kitchen Remodel | Midrange”.
These are published estimates with a documented regional adjustment, checked October 2026. They are not quotes. Typical range shown: $14,650 to $41,780. Editorial policy

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