Kitchen Remodel · Seattle, WA

Kitchen Remodel in Seattle, WA

Veteran-owned general contractor specializing in Seattle kitchen remodels — from 1920s Craftsman rebuilds to Ballard modern open-concepts. Licensed, insured, and written estimates before a penny is spent.

Seattle Kitchens — Old Houses Deserve Smart Remodels

Seattle's housing stock is older than most American cities. A Capitol Hill Craftsman was built when gas ranges were new. A Queen Anne Victorian pre-dates electrical code. A Ballard bungalow has a galley kitchen designed for 1925, not 2026. Remodeling these kitchens isn't a cabinet swap — it's a surgical operation on old plumbing, knob-and-tube wiring, and settled foundations.

Purple Heart Pros is a veteran-owned, Washington-licensed general contractor that specializes in Seattle kitchen remodels across every vintage: Craftsman, Tudor Revival, mid-century modern in View Ridge, and new construction in South Lake Union. We know what hides behind a 1910 lath-and-plaster wall, because we've opened hundreds of them.

Whether you're refreshing a compact West Seattle kitchen or rebuilding a full chef's kitchen in Laurelhurst, we handle design coordination, Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections (SDCI) permits, demolition, plumbing/electrical upgrades, cabinetry, and finish — under one contract with a fixed, written price.

What Seattle Kitchen Remodels Typically Cost

Seattle kitchen remodel costs run a wide range because the city's housing stock does too. A 1920s Craftsman kitchen demo often uncovers surprises (old wiring, lead paint, asbestos flooring) that a Bellevue new-build never has. We factor those into Seattle estimates up front:

Light refresh (paint, hardware, countertops): $18K–$38K · Mid-range remodel (cabinets, counters, appliances, flooring, electrical updates): $65K–$110K · Full tear-out in older homes with structural/electrical/plumbing rebuild: $110K–$200K+

Our written line-item estimates break out the "old-house contingency" explicitly — so you see what we've allocated for hidden-condition risk, not a hand-wave markup at the end.

Our Seattle Kitchen Remodels Process

  1. Free in-home consultation. We meet you at the property, walk the scope, and ask the questions that shape a real estimate.
  2. Written line-item estimate. No "approximately" and no allowances without ranges. You see exactly what each trade, material, and line costs.
  3. Scope + fixed-price contract. Change orders are documented, priced, and signed before any extra work proceeds.
  4. Permits & inspections. We pull Seattle permits directly and coordinate all city inspections through project completion.
  5. Construction. Weekly progress updates, jobsite kept clean, respectful of neighbors and HOAs.
  6. Punch list & walk-through. We fix every item flagged during final walk-through before you sign off.
  7. Warranty. Written craftsmanship warranty on all labor; manufacturer warranties on materials pass directly through to you.

Seattle Permits, Codes & Local Specifics

Seattle's permit process is more thorough than most King County cities. SDCI (Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections) reviews most kitchen remodels, and we handle every application:

For homes in Seattle's designated Landmark districts (Pike Place, Pioneer Square, Capitol Hill Conservation District, Columbia City) or historic neighborhoods (parts of Queen Anne, Wallingford, Greenwood), we navigate Landmark Preservation Board review — a process that can add 4–8 weeks but is navigable when done right.

Seattle's 2024 Energy Code requires specific kitchen ventilation rates, LED lighting, and sometimes heat-pump water heaters for remodels that exceed 50% of a home's value. We design to meet these requirements from day one, not as a surprise at final inspection.

Why Seattle Homeowners Choose Purple Heart Pros

Seattle Kitchen Remodels FAQ

How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Seattle?

Most Seattle kitchen remodels run $65,000–$110,000 for mid-range work, and $110,000–$200,000+ for full rebuilds in older homes (Craftsman, Tudor, mid-century) where electrical, plumbing, and structural upgrades are needed alongside the cosmetic remodel. Light refreshes run $18,000–$38,000.

How long does a Seattle kitchen remodel take?

Plan on 8–14 weeks total: 2–12 weeks for SDCI permit review (varies by scope), 6–10 weeks of construction, and 1–2 weeks of punch-list and finish. Older-home remodels that uncover surprises (knob-and-tube wiring, asbestos, old plumbing) can add 1–3 weeks.

Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Seattle?

Yes — Seattle requires permits for any kitchen remodel that involves electrical, plumbing, gas, structural, or a range hood vented to exterior. Cosmetic-only refreshes (paint, hardware, countertops) may not require permits, but we always confirm with SDCI before starting.

Do you work in Seattle historic districts or landmark homes?

Yes. We've done kitchens in Capitol Hill conservation district homes, Queen Anne historic properties, and Landmark-designated houses. These projects require Landmark Preservation Board review, which we navigate and build into the project timeline.

Can you handle knob-and-tube wiring and old plumbing in Seattle Craftsman homes?

Yes — this is almost every Craftsman, Tudor, and bungalow kitchen we do. We include wiring upgrades, replacement of galvanized or lead plumbing, and proper insulation in our estimates for pre-1960 homes. Nothing is more expensive than a cheap remodel over outdated infrastructure.

What about asbestos or lead paint during demo?

Pre-1978 Seattle homes often have lead paint; pre-1980 homes may have asbestos in flooring, pipe wrap, or ceiling texture. We're EPA Lead-Safe certified and work with licensed asbestos abatement contractors when needed. These costs are disclosed up front, never after demo.

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