Kitchen Remodeling in Maryland

The kitchen is the center of your home and the renovation most likely to increase your property value. PRG delivers kitchen remodels ranging from cosmetic refreshes to complete transformations with new layouts, custom cabinetry, and premium countertops.

What Kitchen Remodeling Services Does PRG Offer?

• Complete kitchen gut renovations with layout redesign
• Cabinet refacing, refinishing, or full replacement
• Countertop installation in quartz, granite, butcher block, and laminate
• Load-bearing wall removal for open-concept conversions
• Backsplash, flooring, and lighting upgrades
• Appliance installation and electrical circuit additions

How Does PRG Handle a Kitchen Remodeling Project?

We start with a structural assessment — identifying load-bearing walls (removal requires engineered headers and temporary support walls during construction), existing plumbing and electrical routing, and water-risk areas around the sink and dishwasher. For cabinets, we recommend plywood-box construction with dovetail drawer joints and soft-close hinges over particle-board builder-grade units because they handle the humidity and daily wear a kitchen demands. Countertop substrates depend on the material — quartz and stone need structural plywood support at proper joist spacing, and we seal every sink cutout with a bonded waterproofing membrane (Schluter KERDI, Wedi, or Laticrete Hydro Ban) to prevent water intrusion into cabinets and subfloor. Backsplash grout selection matters too: we use epoxy grout in splash zones to prevent mold in grout lines. We coordinate cabinet orders (6-10 week lead times for custom), schedule trades in the correct sequence — rough-in plumbing and electrical first, then drywall and paint, countertop templating, and backsplash and flooring last — and manage the renovation with a detailed timeline so your kitchen downtime is minimized.

How Much Does Kitchen Remodeling Cost in Maryland?

Kitchen remodel costs in Anne Arundel and Howard County run $15,000–$25,000 for a minor refresh (cabinet refacing, new countertops, backsplash, appliance swaps), $30,000–$60,000 for a mid-range remodel with new semi-custom cabinets and lighting, and $65,000–$100,000+ for a full custom renovation with layout changes and high-end finishes in 2026; most mid-range projects land near $45,000. Cabinet tier sets the floor: stock $15,000–$25,000, semi-custom $20,000–$35,000, custom $30,000–$50,000+. Countertops by material: laminate or butcher block $15–$40/sq ft, quartz or granite $50–$100/sq ft, marble or exotic $80–$150+/sq ft. Wall removal adds $3,000–$10,000+ for structural beam work.

Full breakdown by scope, what a quote includes, and county permit costs: Kitchen Remodel Cost in Maryland (Contractor Prices).

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Kitchen Remodeling Cost by Scope in Anne Arundel & Howard County, MD

PRG's installed 2026 price ranges for Anne Arundel & Howard County (labor and standard materials, final pricing after a site visit), last updated September 15, 2026 in PRG's Maryland cost guides.

Full breakdowns, per-square-foot math and line-item pricing: kitchen remodeling cost guide .

How Long Does Kitchen Remodeling Take?

Kitchen renovations typically take 8–14 weeks door to door. A cosmetic refresh (cabinet refacing, new countertops, backsplash) finishes in 4–6 weeks; full renovations with new cabinets, layout changes, and appliance upgrades run 10–14 weeks. Custom cabinetry is the biggest driver — 6–10 week lead times — so we finalize selections and place orders before demo day.

What Should Maryland Homeowners Know About Kitchen Remodeling?

Older homes in Columbia, Annapolis, and Ellicott City often need a 100-amp to 200-amp panel upgrade before a modern kitchen with double oven, induction cooktop, and dishwasher can run safely — budget $2,500–$5,000 for that work. Drain routing matters in Maryland's cold-side basement crawl spaces: moving the sink more than a few feet often means opening the floor or ceiling. Howard County DILP requires separate building, electrical, and plumbing permits for full renovations with cabinet replacement-only typically exempt. Anne Arundel County permits run faster (1–2 weeks) than Howard County's 2–3 week residential turnaround.

Kitchen Remodeling FAQ

How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Maryland?

In Anne Arundel and Howard County a kitchen remodel runs $15,000–$25,000 for a minor refresh (refacing, counters, backsplash), $30,000–$60,000 for a mid-range remodel with new semi-custom cabinets and lighting, and $65,000–$100,000+ for a full custom renovation with layout changes in 2026. Most mid-range projects land near $45,000. See the full Maryland kitchen cost guide.

How long does a kitchen remodel take?

Kitchen remodels in Anne Arundel and Howard County take 8–14 weeks door to door. A minor refresh with refacing, new counters and a backsplash finishes in 4–6 weeks; a full renovation with new cabinets, a layout change and appliance upgrades runs 10–14 weeks. Custom cabinetry is the biggest driver at 6–10 weeks of lead time, so PRG places the order before demolition day.

Can you remove a wall to open up my kitchen?

Usually, yes. A non-bearing wall comes out as part of the demolition; a load-bearing wall needs an engineered beam and adds $3,000–$10,000+ for the structural work, plus a building permit from Anne Arundel County or Howard County DILP. PRG checks the framing during the free estimate and brings in a Maryland-licensed structural engineer when stamped drawings are required.

Should I refinish, reface or replace my kitchen cabinets?

Refinish for $3,000–$8,000 if the boxes and doors are solid and the layout works; reface for $8,000–$15,000 when boxes are sound but you want new doors and veneers; replace for $15,000–$50,000+ when boxes are damaged or the layout changes. In Anne Arundel and Howard County most 1980s–2000s builder cabinets are candidates for refacing, which PRG confirms by opening every box at the estimate.

What countertop material do you recommend?

Quartz is PRG's most common recommendation in Anne Arundel and Howard County kitchens: non-porous, no sealing, $50–$100 per square foot installed. Granite runs $40–$80, butcher block $40–$60 with periodic oiling, and modern laminate $15–$40 per square foot. Marble and exotic stone run $80–$150+ and need sealing. PRG templates after cabinets are set so seams land where you want them.

Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Howard County?

Howard County DILP requires permits for new or relocated plumbing, added circuits or a panel upgrade, gas-line work, structural changes and HVAC changes. Replacing cabinets, countertops and appliances in the same locations is exempt. A full kitchen renovation typically needs separate building, electrical and plumbing permits, which take 2–4 weeks for straightforward projects; Anne Arundel County runs 1–2 weeks. PRG files all of them.

Will my older home need an electrical panel upgrade for a new kitchen?

Often. Many 1960s–1980s homes in Columbia, Annapolis and Ellicott City still have 100-amp service, which cannot safely run a double oven, induction cooktop, dishwasher and microwave together. A 200-amp panel upgrade runs $2,500–$5,000 in Anne Arundel and Howard County and is permitted and inspected as part of the kitchen project; PRG checks the panel at the estimate.