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Kitchen Remodeling in Central New Jersey
By Houghton Contracting
Everyone's Favorite Room in the Home, Made New Again
Everyone always ends up in the kitchen, which is a problem when yours is cramped, closed off, or short on the counter space you need to actually cook in it.
A kitchen remodel turns the busiest room in the house into one that finally works the way your family lives, cooks, and gathers.
We design around your real routines, where you prep, where the kids spread out their homework, how three people move through it at once, then build it with cabinetry, storage, and finishes made to last and look outstanding.
As a design-build team, Houghton Contracting handles the layout, the selections, and the construction together, so your plumbing, electrical, and beautiful new island all line up the first time. It's the room you use most, so it's worth getting exactly right.
Where to Spend and Where to Save on a Kitchen Remodel
Not every part of a kitchen deserves the same slice of your budget, and a good builder will tell you that up front.
It's worth spending on the things that have to perform at their best every day, like solid cabinetry, quality countertops, and a layout that actually fits how you cook, because those are what make a kitchen feel great for the next 20 years.
You can often save on the pieces that are easy to swap later or that don't take the daily beating, like decorative lighting, cabinet hardware, or plumbing fixtures. The one place we never cut corners is anything hidden behind the walls, the plumbing, wiring, and structural work, because redoing that later costs far more than doing it right the first time.
When we plan your kitchen, we'll help you put your money where it earns its keep.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT KITCHEN REMODELING
- How much does a kitchen remodel cost in New Jersey?expand_more
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In our area, kitchen remodels generally run about $50,000 to $85,000 for a refresh that keeps the existing layout, $85,000 to $175,000 for a mid-range remodel with new cabinets and some layout changes, and $175,000 to $350,000 or more for a luxury, fully custom kitchen.
Where you land depends on your cabinetry, appliances, countertops, and especially how much the layout changes. Our free cost guide breaks it down by level.
- Can I use my kitchen during the remodel?expand_more
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Not the kitchen itself, but we work hard to keep the rest of your life running.
Before demolition, we can guide you on setting up a small temporary kitchen elsewhere in the house. We seal off the work zone to control dust and keep the rest of your home clean and usable.
A kitchen remodel is often the busiest stretch of any project, and we'll prepare you for exactly what to expect.
- How long does a kitchen remodel take?expand_more
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Most kitchen remodels take about 8 to 12 weeks of construction, depending on the size and how much is changing.
If we're moving walls, relocating plumbing, or waiting on custom cabinetry, plan on the longer end. Design and selections happen before construction, and getting those locked in early keeps everything on schedule.
- Can you open up my kitchen or move walls?expand_more
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Yes, and it's one of the most common things clients ask for. Opening a kitchen to the living or dining area often makes the biggest difference in how a home feels and functions.
We handle the structural work, including removing load-bearing walls with the proper support, so the space feels open and stays sound. We'll show you what's possible with your layout before any decisions get made.
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Our Process
It starts with a real conversation about your home, your goals, and your budget. We'll tell you honestly what's possible and what it takes to get there. No pressure and no pitch, just a clear sense of whether we're the right team for you.
Next, we turn your ideas into a detailed, buildable plan. You'll make your design and finish decisions on paper, where changes are easy and free. By the time we're done, you'll have a firm scope, timeline, and price with no guesswork.
Then we build, with one point of contact and a job site we keep clean and on schedule. You'll get regular updates, so you always know what's happening in your home. And when it's finished, our three-year labor warranty means we're still here if you ever need us.
Our most popular features for your kitchen remodel:
Our Work
Custom Home and Remodeling Cost Guide
Our comprehensive cost guide cuts through the noise you'll find online. This guide contains costs based on projects in Mercer and Bucks County.
Inside, you'll find:
- Cost information for custom homes, additions, and remodels
- Tiered pricing for each type of project
- Finishes and features that are possible at each tier
Where We Work
We build for homeowners across Mercer County, New Jersey, and Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Two generations and more than 20 years in these towns mean we know the homes here, the way they're built, and what it takes to make them better, so you get a design-build partner who's genuinely local, not a crew passing through.
Don't see your town on the list? Reach out to us to see if we work in your area.
Our Service Area
- Allentown, NJ
- Cranbury, NJ
- Cream Ridge, NJ
- Hopewell, NJ
- Hopewell Township / Titusville, NJ
- Lawrence Township, NJ
- Robbinsville, NJ
- Washington Crossing, PA
- New Hope, PA
- Newtown, PA
- Pennington, NJ
- Plainsboro, NJ
- Princeton, NJ
- Princeton Borough, NJ
- West Windsor, NJ
- Yardley / Lower Makefield, PA
Words From Our Clients
"Gary redid two rooms for us. Replaced the Sheetrock, leveled the floors, and installed laminate. The worker he used put in long days and was very professional. They did a great job, and I highly recommend them."
Patrick W.
"Gary has just finished a renovation of our first floor. His crew worked hard every day and gave us amazing results. He arrived when he said he would and completed what he promised. In a world where contractors don’t show up or don’t deliver, I can highly recommend Houghton Contracting for a successful project."
Bryan A.
"Gary just finished a job at our house and we could not be happier! They arrived on time each morning, cleaned up before leaving and were more professional than any contractor we’ve ever used. Quote was impressive as we had two others along Houghton Contracting. Materials used were better quality than what other two were going to use and for less money. They didn’t even charge for travel time! Would highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality work. No doubt in my mind!!"
Michele M.
"Gary and his team has taken on a huge renovation job that included gutting most of my house, replacing electrical, insulation, drywall, painting, finishing floors, kitchen renovations and building me a laundry room…you name it Houghton Contracting has done it! Every step of this project has been done so well and I couldn’t be more pleased. I would recommend Houghton Contracting to anyone who is looking to beautify their home!"
Maggie M.
Great experience. Needed a small job done and within a week of talking with Gary, the job was scheduled and completed. Could not ask for a better experience.
Ian L.
"I called Gary for an estimate to fix out deteriorating detached garage. He came the same day to provide an estimate and within a week our garage was fixed. Although the project took a half-day longer than expected, Gary honored his original estimate. I am very happy with the quality of work and would recommend Houghton Contracting."
Rick H.
Let's Create the Kitchen That'll Change Your Everyday Life
It's What We Do
You deserve for the heart of your home to work as hard as you do. Let's design a kitchen your whole family will live in and love.