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Kitchen Remodeling in Wilmington, NC

Compare 4 local kitchen remodeling pros. Typical service: $8390–$20975.

Top Kitchen Remodeling Companies in Wilmington

  1. 1.Magnolia Grove Design & Cabinetry

    4.7★ (18 reviews)

    4.7★ from 18 reviews

    +19102180098Website

  2. 2.Pleasure Island Design

    5.0★ (9 reviews)

    5.0★ from 9 reviews

    +19104441230Website

  3. 3.Dynamic Kitchens And Interiors

    4.6★ (9 reviews)

    4.6★ from 9 reviews

    +19102328057Website

  4. 4.Amy Richardson Kitchen Design Wilmington and Brunswick County, NC

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +19106630876Website

Kitchen Remodeling Cost in Wilmington

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Wilmington
Minor kitchen remodel$8,390–$20,975/job
Mid-range kitchen remodel$20,975–$50,340/job
Cabinet refacing$3,356–$8,390/job
Countertop replacement$1,678–$4,195/job

Kitchen Remodeling prices in Wilmington run about 16% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 4 companies serving Wilmington, rated 4.8★ on average across 37 customer reviews.

Wilmington Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Wilmington's weather means for scheduling kitchen remodeling.

Last spring frost
March 17
First fall frost
November 19
Annual precipitation
57.61"
Heating degree days
2,412
Cooling degree days
2,044
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan35.6°56.4°3.76"
Feb37.9°59.9°3.62"
Mar43.8°66.4°4.21"
Apr51.6°74.2°2.82"
May60°80.7°4.49"
Jun68.7°86.9°5.18"
Jul72.6°89.7°7.48"
Aug71.3°88.1°7.41"
Sep65.6°83.7°7.84"
Oct54.6°75.7°3.89"
Nov45.4°68°3.29"
Dec37.8°59.3°3.62"

NOAA station data 4.06 miles from Wilmington.

Permits & Regulations in NC

  • North Carolina requires a general contractor license only for projects of $40,000 or more; painting and remodeling below that need no state license
  • Remodeling permits are issued by the local inspections department
  • Work that disturbs paint in homes built before 1978 must be done by a Lead-Safe Certified firm under the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule

License required: No state license under $40,000; NCLBGC above

Sources: www.nclbgc.org, www.epa.gov

Kitchen Remodeling FAQs for Wilmington

How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Wilmington?

A minor kitchen remodel in Wilmington typically runs $8390-$20975; a full mid-range remodel costs considerably more.

How many kitchen remodelers serve Wilmington?

We track 4 kitchen remodeling companies serving Wilmington.

Do I need a permit to remodel a kitchen in Wilmington, NC?

In NC, North Carolina requires a general contractor license only for projects of $40,000 or more; painting and remodeling below that need no state license. Moving walls, plumbing or wiring in a Wilmington kitchen generally needs a permit; replacing cabinets and counters in place usually does not.

Is kitchen remodeling in Wilmington more expensive than average?

Kitchen remodeling labor in Wilmington runs about -16.1% versus the national average.

What is the cheapest way to update a kitchen in Wilmington?

Cabinet refacing and new counters cost a fraction of the $8390-$20975 a minor Wilmington remodel runs, because the layout and plumbing stay where they are.

Does a kitchen remodeler in NC need a license?

In NC, North Carolina requires a general contractor license only for projects of $40,000 or more; painting and remodeling below that need no state license. Electrical and plumbing changes in a Wilmington kitchen need the licensed trades regardless.

When is the best time to remodel a kitchen in Wilmington?

Interior work runs year-round, but Wilmington summer highs near 90F make a kitchen out of service harder to live without, and contractors book up in spring.

How many quotes should I get for a kitchen remodel in Wilmington?

Three is typical, and with 4 kitchen remodelers serving Wilmington that is realistic; compare scope line by line, not just the total.