Kitchen Remodel in Brandon, FL
Honest price. Clear timeline. No vanishing act. Cosmetic refreshes to full gut remodels with one licensed contractor managing every detail.
Brandon kitchens from the 1980s and 1990s are the sweet spot for remodeling: the homes have solid concrete block construction, but the kitchens feature dated oak cabinets, laminate countertops, and closed-off layouts that no longer work for modern families. Hillsborough County Development Services processes permits via HillsGovHub, and any kitchen remodel involving plumbing, electrical, or wall removal needs one. Drome Contracting handles kitchen remodels throughout Brandon with clear, itemized contracts and single-contractor accountability.
What Affects Your Cost
- — Kitchen size and layout complexity
- — Cabinet quality (stock vs. semi-custom vs. custom)
- — Countertop material (laminate vs. quartz vs. granite)
- — Whether layout changes are needed (plumbing and electrical rerouting)
- — Appliance upgrades
- — Backsplash and flooring selections
What You Get
What's Included
Permits for Plumbing and Electrical
Any kitchen remodel involving plumbing, electrical, or structural changes requires permits in Hillsborough County. We pull them all under CGC1515971.
Full Demo and Rough-In
Existing cabinets, countertops, and flooring removed. New plumbing runs, outlet relocations, and lighting changes roughed in before any finish work starts.
Cabinetry and Countertops
Cabinet installation, countertop fabrication and install, backsplash. Selections you chose, installed by our team with all trades under one roof.
Appliance Coordination
We coordinate delivery, placement, and hookup of your appliances as part of the project — not something you have to schedule separately.
County Inspection Sign-Off
Hillsborough County inspection passed before the job is complete. You receive a copy of all permits and certificate of completion for your records.
Our Process
How We Work
Kitchen Assessment
We measure your kitchen, discuss layout options, and understand your priorities. Cabinets, countertops, appliances, workflow.
Design and Estimate
Detailed scope with line-item pricing. Cabinet layout, countertop selections, fixture choices. No surprises.
Permits
Required for plumbing, electrical, or structural changes. We handle all permit applications and inspections.
Demo
Controlled removal of existing cabinets, countertops, flooring, and fixtures. Dust containment to protect your home.
Rough-In
New plumbing and electrical runs for updated layout. Island additions, outlet relocations, lighting changes.
Installation
Cabinets, countertops, backsplash, flooring, fixtures, appliance hookups. Every detail finished to spec.
Final Inspection
County inspection passed. Walkthrough with you. Every drawer, every outlet, every finish checked.
Local Expertise
What We Know About Building Here
Permit Authority
Hillsborough County Development Services
Online portal: HillsGovHub
Hillsborough County Development Services processes permits through HillsGovHub portal
Many 1980s-1990s Brandon homes have polybutylene plumbing that should be replaced during kitchen remodel
Flat terrain and easy access simplify material staging and delivery logistics
Builder-grade production homes often have identical floor plans, allowing efficient remodel planning
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Ready to start your kitchen remodel in Brandon?
Why Drome
Credentials That Matter
Florida Certified General Contractor
General liability insurance coverage
Full workers compensation coverage
Same person from estimate to final walkthrough
Why Drome
Built for Brandon Homeowners
No Sub-Coordination Headaches in Brandon
One contract, one contractor. Your plumber, electrician, and cabinet installer all work under our supervision. You make one call.
Florida Humidity, Handled Correctly
Cabinet boxes, countertop edges, and backsplash installations in Brandon require materials and methods designed for Florida humidity. We spec for the climate, not just the showroom.
Permits in Hillsborough County — Always
Unpermitted kitchen work affects resale and insurance. We pull every permit required for your project scope. No shortcuts.
Fixed-Price or Line-Item — Your Choice
For well-defined scopes we offer fixed-price contracts. For complex remodels with unknowns, line-item transparency so you see every cost and change order.
Investment
Kitchen Remodel Pricing in Brandon
Ranges based on typical Hillsborough County projects. Your itemized estimate reflects your exact scope.
Cosmetic Refresh
$18,000 – $60,000
Cabinets, countertops, fixtures, paint. Existing layout stays.
- ✓ Cabinet refacing or painting
- ✓ New countertops
- ✓ Updated backsplash
- ✓ New fixtures and hardware
Full Gut Remodel
$40,000 – $140,000
New layout, plumbing, electrical, everything replaced.
- ✓ Full cabinet replacement
- ✓ Countertop fabrication and install
- ✓ New plumbing and electrical
- ✓ Layout changes and island additions
FAQ
Common Questions
Should I replace the plumbing in my Brandon kitchen during a remodel?
If your home was built between 1978 and 1995, it likely has polybutylene supply lines that are prone to failure. Replacing them during a kitchen remodel is smart because the walls and floors are already opened up. Drome Contracting replaces kitchen plumbing supply lines as part of the remodel scope when polybutylene is present.
Can you remove the wall between my Brandon kitchen and living room?
In most cases, yes. Many Brandon production homes have a partial or full wall separating the kitchen from the living area. If it is load-bearing, Drome Contracting installs an engineered beam to carry the load and opens the space. If it is non-load-bearing, removal is straightforward. We determine the wall type during our in-home assessment.
How long does a kitchen remodel take in Brandon?
Cosmetic refreshes take 2-4 weeks. Full gut remodels take 6-10 weeks depending on scope, material lead times, and Hillsborough County inspection scheduling.
Can I use my kitchen during a remodel?
For cosmetic refreshes, partial use is sometimes possible. For full remodels, plan on setting up a temporary kitchen elsewhere in your home for 4-8 weeks.
Do kitchen remodels require permits in Hillsborough County?
Yes, if the project involves plumbing, electrical, or structural changes. Cosmetic-only work (paint, hardware, countertop replacement without plumbing changes) typically does not require a permit.
How does Florida humidity affect kitchen cabinet and countertop choices?
Florida indoor humidity levels regularly exceed 60% even with air conditioning running. Solid wood cabinet doors can warp and swell in these conditions. We recommend plywood box construction with hardwood or thermofoil doors, and we always install cabinets with proper ventilation spacing. For countertops, quartz and granite handle Florida humidity well, while some natural stones and butcher block require more maintenance in this climate.
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Serving Brandon and Hillsborough County
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