Kitchen Remodel Timeline: What to Expect Week by Week

One of the first questions we hear is "How long will my kitchen be out of commission?" For most Central Florida kitchens, plan on 4–8 weeks of active work, depending on scope and material lead times. Here's the honest week-by-week.

Before work starts (1–4 weeks of planning)

Design, selections (cabinets, counters, tile), final quote, contract, and ordering materials — long-lead items like custom cabinets are ordered now.

Week 1 — Demo & prep

Protect the home, demo the old kitchen, haul it out. Surprises behind the walls surface here.

Week 2 — Rough plumbing, electrical & inspections

If moving anything, it happens here, followed by county inspections. We don't cover walls until it passes.

Week 3 — Drywall, paint & flooring

Walls closed up, painted; flooring in.

Week 4 — Cabinets & countertop template

Cabinets installed; counters templated (stone fabrication then takes time — normal).

Weeks 5–6 — Counters, backsplash, fixtures & finish

Counters set, backsplash tiled, sink/faucet/appliances connected, lighting and hardware, final touch-ups.

Week 7–8 (if needed) — Punch list & walkthrough

We walk it with you and don't call it done until you do.

What causes delays

Material lead times (we order early) • hidden damage • change orders (we tell you the impact first) • permitting (we manage it). Track it all in Buildertrend.

Ready to start the clock? Call (407) 487-4800 or book your consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a kitchen remodel take? Most run 4–8 weeks of active work, plus planning/lead time.

Will I have a working kitchen? Not during core weeks — we help you set up a temporary one.

What takes longest? Usually custom cabinet/countertop fabrication — which is why we order early.