Kitchens & Cabinets
Kitchens & Cabinets in Palatine & NW Suburbs
Cabinet installation, replacements & kitchen updates
Clean prep, tight installs, durable finishes — built to last.
Transparent labor pricing ranges available below. Materials are separate.
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Kitchen Cabinets — Typical Labor Ranges
We handle cabinet-focused kitchen upgrades with a clean, durable finish. No shortcuts. Clear scope. One team accountable for the labor.
Cabinet Painting (typical kitchen)
$3,500 – $7,500
Paint-only (boxes + doors/drawers, scope varies)
Paint + hardware: $4,200 – $8,600
Cabinet Install / Replacement (labor)
$2,800 – $8,500+
Install only (owner-supplied cabinets)
Install + trim/filler finish: $3,800 – $10,900+
Kitchen Update (cabinets + light finish work)
$6,500 – $18,000+
Labor-only (cabinet-focused upgrades)
Add backsplash tile: priced by scope
What’s included (labor)
- On-site measurements + scope confirmation
- Protection & masking (floors/counters as needed)
- Careful removal (when applicable)
- Install, leveling & alignment
- Trim/filler panels (if part of scope)
- Hardware install (if selected)
- Clean-up & final walkthrough
What typically affects the final price
- Number of doors/drawers + cabinet layout
- Condition of existing surfaces (grease, old paint, damage)
- Paint system (primer, lacquer/enamel, spraying vs rolling)
- Cabinet install complexity (walls out of level, scribing)
- Panels, crown, light rail, tall pantry units
- Countertop/backsplash coordination and schedule
Materials are not included (cabinets, pulls/knobs, hinges, panels, paint products, etc.).
Any plumbing or electrical work is performed by licensed professionals as required and coordinated by our team.
Their scope is quoted separately (labor only).
If these ranges align with your expectations, we’d be happy to schedule an on-site walkthrough and provide a detailed proposal.
Recent Kitchen & Cabinet Work
Real projects. Real photos. Each one is labeled with location and scope. See all recent work →
Clean prep + durable finish
Leveling + alignment + panels
Cabinets + finish details
Kitchen & Cabinet Services
A clear scope (so you know what’s included). We’ll confirm details during the estimate.
- Cabinet painting (boxes + doors/drawers)
- Cabinet hardware replacement
- Cabinet installation / replacement (labor)
- Panels, fillers, crown, light rail
- Cabinet repairs (hinges, alignment, damaged parts)
- Kitchen updates coordinated with other trades as needed
- Backsplash tile (optional)
Good to know
- Paint that lasts — proper prep and durable cabinet coatings.
- Install precision — level cabinets, clean reveals, tight panels.
- Clear scope — no surprises on what’s included.
Why Homeowners Choose HandyHawks
- Local Palatine-based team
- Finish-focused: cabinets, trim, paint, bathrooms
- Clean jobsites & clear communication
- Insured
- Free on-site estimates
FAQ
Do you paint cabinets on-site or spray them?
It depends on the kitchen and access. Many projects include careful masking and on-site finishing. For higher-end results, doors/drawers can be finished more precisely depending on your scope and schedule.
Are cabinets and materials included in the price?
No. Cabinets, hardware, panels, and finishing products are selected separately. This gives homeowners full control over design choices and budget.
Do you handle plumbing and electrical work?
Yes — licensed plumbing and electrical work is coordinated as required and quoted separately (labor only).
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. After an on-site walkthrough, we provide a clear scope and labor proposal.
Our Kitchen & Cabinet Process
- Free on-site estimate — confirm scope and options
- Clear scope & proposal — labor outline, materials plan, timeline
- Scheduled start — protection, prep, and careful execution
- Finish & punch list — alignment, hardware, final details
- Final walkthrough — review together, punch list if needed
What to send us (optional)
- 2–5 photos of the kitchen
- What you want to change (paint, hardware, replace cabinets)
- Your preferred timeline
- If you already chose cabinets/hardware (brand or link)
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