Kitchen Remodeler
Kitchen Cabinets in Vallejo, CA
Shaker, glass-front and stained cabinets set level, scribed and finished.
What to know about kitchen cabinets
Cabinets decide how a kitchen feels and how it works. They are the biggest visual surface and the biggest expense, which is why choosing between replacing, refacing and keeping them is the first real decision in a kitchen project.
Our cabinet photos run from warm maple with glass-front uppers to deep espresso with a mosaic backsplash, from gray shaker doors over white subway tile to bright white cabinets in a small kitchen that doubles as a laundry nook. Each one called for different choices about hardware, layout and finish.
Installing cabinets is a game of millimeters. Walls and floors in Vallejo's older homes are rarely level, so cabinets have to be scribed, shimmed and set to a level line, or the counters will not sit flat.
Hardware is a small detail with a big effect. The spacing of pulls, the size of a handle and whether doors close softly all change how a kitchen feels in daily use. We set hardware templates before drilling, and we adjust doors and drawers so the reveals are even, because a perfectly installed cabinet with crooked doors never looks finished.
Signs it is time to change cabinets
- Door fronts that are chipped, delaminating or hard to clean.
- Boxes that are water-damaged or sagging at the sink base.
- Layout problems: no pantry, awkward corners, too few drawers.
- Upper cabinets that are too short or too tall for how you cook.
- A project where new counters would show off old boxes.
How we install cabinets
Plan the layout
We confirm the cabinet list against the measurements, appliance sizes and plumbing locations.
Prepare the walls
Walls are patched and a level line is marked so upper and base cabinets align.
Set and secure
Boxes are set, leveled, scribed to the walls and fastened to studs.
Doors and hardware
Doors are adjusted, hardware is installed and filler panels and trim are finished.
Kitchen Cabinets project photos
What affects the cost of kitchen cabinets
Cabinet pricing varies widely. The main factors:
Stock, semi-custom or custom
The same kitchen can cost very different amounts depending on the cabinet line you choose.
Door style and finish
Painted shaker doors, stained wood and glass-front doors differ in price and maintenance.
Layout changes
Adding or moving cabinets can affect plumbing, electrical and the counters.
Hardware and extras
Pulls, soft-close hardware, organizers and crown molding add up.
Why choose E&MC Remodeling for kitchen cabinets
We install the cabinets and finish around them, including the backsplash and trim, so we make sure every piece ends up in the right place. That is better than a delivery-only cabinet supplier who leaves the install problems to someone else.
Where we do this work
We install kitchen cabinets in Vallejo and Marin County.
Kitchen Cabinets FAQs
Should I replace or reface my cabinets?
If the boxes are sound and the layout works, new doors and hardware can transform a kitchen for less. If the boxes are damaged or the layout does not work, replacement is better.
How long does cabinet installation take?
Installation itself takes a few days for an average kitchen. The longer wait is cabinet delivery, which can take weeks.
Do you install glass-front cabinets?
Yes, and we show some in our project photos. They need careful alignment because the interior is visible.
Can you work with cabinets I buy myself?
Yes. We will check the order against your measurements before installation so mistakes are caught early.
What about countertops?
Counters are templated after the cabinets are installed. See our countertops page for details.
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