What Goes Into a Kitchen Remodel — A Family Contractor's Walkthrough
We Don't Just Finish Basements Anymore
For years, folks around Winder have known us as the family that turns unfinished basements into the best room in the house. Along the way, a lot of those projects included a kitchen downstairs — and we got good at building them. Good enough that we decided to make kitchens a service of their own.
So whether you're dreaming about a full main-floor redo or a tidy little kitchenette by the game room, the same crew and the same careful habits come with it. This walkthrough lays out what a remodel actually involves, start to finish, so you know what you're signing up for before our kitchen remodeling services ever pull into your driveway.
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How a Kitchen Remodel Comes Together
Every kitchen is different, but the path from "I think we're ready" to "I love standing in here" follows the same six steps. Here's how we walk it with you.
1. Free Estimate & Plan
We come out, measure, listen to how you actually use your kitchen, and put together an honest scope and price — no pressure to commit.
2. Design & Selections
Cabinets, counters, flooring, finishes. We help you pick what fits the room and the budget so there are no surprises later.
3. Demolition
Out with the old. We protect the rest of your home, haul off the debris, and keep the work area clean as we go.
4. Plumbing & Electrical
Our trusted, licensed plumbers and electricians rough in everything behind the walls before the new finishes go up.
5. Cabinets & Counters
The room starts to look like a kitchen. Cabinets get set level, countertops get templated and installed, and details get dialed in.
6. Lighting & Walkthrough
Fixtures, hardware, and the final clean. Then we walk the room together and don't call it done until you're happy.
The Case for a Kitchen Downstairs
Here's where our basement background really pays off. A second kitchen turns a finished basement into a true living space — perfect for an in-law suite, a teen hangout, or hosting without everyone crowding the main floor. We've built everything from full downstairs kitchens to compact wet bars tucked beside a media room, and we know how to handle the plumbing, venting, and layout quirks that come with going below grade. If a lower-level cook space is on your wish list, take a look at how we handle basement kitchens, kitchenettes, and wet bars.
"We had a 1600+ sq ft job on our unfinished basement. Kitchen, bedroom, bathroom & living area added — all managed by John. Great communication, excellent attention to detail, fair pricing."
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John and his Sons did a FANTASTIC job totally remodeling our entire 1600 sq ft daylight basement including a new kitchen in Lawrenceville, GA. They helped me design what I wanted for our new downstairs kitchen, including a beautiful granite bar, and provided his team of selected plumbers, electricians and painters. We were totally comfortable with them taking care of every detail while we both had to work.
Where Your Budget Makes the Biggest Difference
Cabinets Set the Tone
Cabinets are usually the single biggest line on a kitchen budget, and for good reason — they're the first thing your eye lands on and the thing you touch every day. Box quality, door style, and how level they hang all decide whether a kitchen feels custom or builder-grade.
We help you find the sweet spot between looks and value, then hang them dead level. See how we approach kitchen cabinets.
Counters & Islands Do the Work
Countertops take the daily beating, so the material matters as much as the color. An island can add prep space, seating, and storage all at once — but only if there's room for people to move around it comfortably.
We template carefully so seams land where they should and overhangs feel right. Explore countertops and islands.
Lighting You'll Notice Every Day
Lighting is the most underrated upgrade in any kitchen. A mix of overhead, task, and under-cabinet lighting turns a flat, shadowy room into one that's a pleasure to cook in — and it's especially important in a lower level with fewer windows.
We layer it so the room works morning to night. Here's our take on kitchen lighting.
Make the Footprint Work Harder
Not every kitchen needs to get bigger — most just need to be smarter. Tight galley kitchens and small footprints can feel twice the size with the right layout, smarter storage, and a clear path between the sink, stove, and fridge.
If you're working with a compact space, see how we handle small kitchen and galley remodels.
Why Homeowners Across NE Georgia Trust Us
A Perfect 5.0 on Google
Our rating reflects years of homeowners who'd hire us again — and tell their neighbors to, as well.
50+ Years in Construction
Five decades of hands-on building experience behind every cabinet we hang and every counter we set.
Family-Owned & Operated
You'll work directly with John and Jonathan — not a salesperson and a rotating cast of subs.
One Project at a Time
We focus on your kitchen instead of juggling a dozen jobs, so the details get the attention they deserve.
A Clean, Respectful Jobsite
Our crew cleans up as they go and treats your home like it's their own — a point our reviews mention again and again.
Licensed Trades, Coordinated
Plumbing, electrical, and finish work are all managed by us, so you have one point of contact start to finish.
Kitchen Remodeling, Answered
Most kitchens fall somewhere in the range of a few weeks to a couple of months, depending on the size, the selections, and how much we're moving around. Because we take one project at a time, we keep things moving steadily instead of starting and disappearing. We'll give you a realistic timeline up front during your free estimate.
Almost never. Most families stay put and use a temporary setup — a microwave, a coffee station, maybe the grill — while the kitchen is down. We seal off the work area and keep the rest of the house livable so you're not displaced.
Yes — it's one of our favorite projects. A basement kitchen or wet bar is a fantastic addition for an in-law suite, rental space, or entertaining area. We handle the plumbing, venting, and electrical that come with building below grade, so it's done right and to code.
We handle it. Our trusted, licensed plumbers and electricians are part of the team, and we coordinate the whole job for you. That means one point of contact and no chasing down separate contractors to get your kitchen finished.
It depends entirely on the size of the space and the materials you choose — cabinets and countertops alone can swing a budget quite a bit. Rather than guess, we'll come out, measure, and give you an honest written estimate for free, with no pressure to move forward.
That's how we've always done it. Focusing on one job at a time is the reason our finishes hold up and our reviews stay at five stars. When we're in your home, your kitchen has our full attention.
Let's Plan a Kitchen You'll Love
Whether it's a full main-floor remodel or a kitchenette downstairs, it starts with a friendly conversation and a free, no-pressure estimate. Here's how easy it is to get going.
Reach Out
Call us or fill out the quick form and tell us what you have in mind.
Free In-Home Estimate
We'll visit, measure, and talk through ideas — no pressure, no obligation.
We Build It
One project at a time, start to finish, with every detail done right.