

Is $170,000 to replace cabinets and counters a fair price?
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I was naive and thought I could replace the island with more storage, paint the cabinets, or extend them for about $20-30k total. My main goal was more storage, as the kitchen is super small compared to our current one, and I'm concerned our stuff won't fit. There's also no place for a microwave. I just want the cabinets to go to the ceiling and add a few drawers on lower cabinets. The pantry is basically a closet. This quote of $170k is laughable, as I believe materials can't be more than $50k max. I'm now considering alternatives like getting baskets for the top of the cabinets or going with IKEA.
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- Replacement of kitchen cabinets- Replacement of kitchen counters
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Category
Kitchen Remodeling
Price
$170,000
Quote Date
October 19, 2025
Location
Washington
Home Size
2,500 sq ft
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