Kitchen Cabinet Installation

Kitchen Cabinet Installation in Lake Charles, LA

Full cabinet replacement: new boxes, doors and hardware installed to a new or updated kitchen layout, not just a refacing of what is already there.

New Kitchen Cabinets and Full Cabinet Replacement

New cabinet installation, cabinet replacement and full kitchen cabinetry are the same core project by different names, and one of the most requested upgrades among Lake Charles homeowners updating a dated kitchen. Whether you call it a cabinet upgrade, a full cabinet swap or new kitchen boxes, the result is the same: a layout built around how you actually cook and store, with soft-close hardware and organized storage throughout.

Services

Cabinet Installation Services

New cabinetry with a tiled backsplash
New cabinetry with a tiled backsplash
Local Factors

Choosing New Cabinets vs. Refacing

Full installation makes sense when the layout is changing or the existing boxes are not worth keeping.

When Full Replacement Makes Sense

If you are changing the kitchen layout, adding an island, or the existing boxes are water-damaged or poor quality, full replacement is the more reliable choice over refacing.

Stock vs. Semi-Custom vs. Custom

Stock cabinets are the most budget-friendly and fastest to get; semi-custom adds size and finish flexibility; full custom fits an unusual layout exactly but costs and takes the longest.

Humidity and Materials

Southwest Louisiana humidity affects particleboard and some laminates over time. We discuss material trade-offs honestly, including solid wood versus engineered options.

Coordinating With Countertops

New cabinets and new countertops are usually templated and installed in sequence. We coordinate both trades so the kitchen is not out of commission longer than it needs to be.

Process

Our Cabinet Installation Process

1

Design & Layout

We finalize the cabinet layout, including any island, pantry or specialty storage.

2

Selection

Cabinet line, door style, finish and hardware are chosen and ordered.

3

Removal

Old cabinets are removed and the space is prepped.

4

Installation

New cabinets are set, leveled and secured, then doors and hardware are hung.

5

Final Walkthrough

We check every door, drawer and hinge with you before calling the job done.

Pricing

Cabinet Installation Cost Factors

Cabinet Grade

Stock, semi-custom and full custom cabinetry span a wide price range.

Layout Complexity

An island, pantry wall or specialty storage adds cost beyond a simple run of base and wall cabinets.

Material and Finish

Laminate, wood veneer and solid wood doors all price differently.

Hardware and Organization

Soft-close hardware and pull-out organizers add to the total.

Service Area

Kitchen Cabinet Installation Across Calcasieu Parish

Based in Lake Charles, LA 70601, we serve the city and the surrounding towns below.

Questions

Kitchen Cabinet Installation: Frequently Asked Questions

How is cabinet installation different from cabinet refacing?
Installation replaces the entire cabinet box, not just the doors and drawer fronts, and is the right choice when the layout is changing or the existing boxes are not worth keeping. See our cabinet refacing page for the lower-cost alternative.
How long does new cabinet installation take?
Most kitchens take one to two weeks for cabinet installation alone, longer if countertops, backsplash and other finishes are part of the same project.
Can you install an island where there was none?
Often, yes, depending on plumbing and electrical access for the island. We evaluate this during the design phase.
Do you install custom cabinetry for an unusual kitchen layout?
Yes. Full custom cabinetry is built to fit an irregular layout exactly, which is often the better option when stock sizes do not work.
Can I keep my existing countertops with new cabinets?
Sometimes, if the new cabinet dimensions match closely enough. In many cases new cabinets and new countertops are templated and installed together for the best fit.

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Call us about your project and we will schedule a visit and send a written, itemized estimate.

Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · Serving Lake Charles & all of Calcasieu Parish

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