Q: HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR A KITCHEN INSTALLATION?

Installation timelines vary pending on the size and customization of your kitchen space.  A standard kitchen with laminate installation typically is complete within 2 days.

Here are a few things to consider in the installation process

The following checklists will help prepare and keep you on top of the installation process.

Prepare your home before the installers arrive

  • Pack all your kitchen items. For pieces like appliances or large furniture items that cannot be removed from the room, ensure they are protected.
  • Remove old cabinets.
  • Make all plumbing, heating and electrical changes ahead of installation.
  • Complete any replacement, relocation or removal of windows, doors and walls.
  • Repair walls and ceilings.
  • Remove old floor covering.
  • Repair or replace sub-floor.
  • Remove all furniture and accessories from room or cover them for protection.
  • Remove appliances from room.

Installation DAY(s)

  • Cabinets delivered.
  • Cabinets installed.
  • Final measurements for countertops (laminate)
  • Cut outs for sinks, cook-tops & wall ovens.
  • You are responsible for supplying the correct template (there is a surcharge for call backs).
  • General clean up and final adjustment of doors.

Completion of Project by Homeowners- post installation

  • Plumbing fixtures installed by plumbing contractor.
  • Light fixtures, appliances and trim installed by electrical contractor.
  • Finish coat of paint applied by painting contractor.
  • Finish floor installed by flooring contractor.
  • Final cleaning of interior and exterior of cabinetry, prior to use