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How Much Does It Cost To Remove Kitchen Cabinets?

Typical range: $347-$807

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cost to remove kitchen cabinets Calculator

For your project in zip code 43215 with these options, the cost to remove kitchen cabinets starts at $13.90-$32.29 per linear foot. Your actual price will depend on job size, conditions, finish options you choose.

Kitchen remodels can add as much as 5 percent to a home's value. Often, during the course of a remodel, kitchen cabinets must be removed. Hiring a professional is often the fastest and most convenient way to complete the job.

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Linear Feet

Standard Services		Quantity	Low	High
What you can expect
Range per linear foot:			$13.90	$32.29
Range for this type of project:			$347	$807
Estimate: $577
	Kitchen Cabinet Labor, Basic	22 hours	$340	$799
	Labor cost, under typical conditions, for complete project. Cabinets will be detached from adjacent surfaces, broken into portable segments, and removed from premises. Fee is inclusive of all aspects of the project, such as thorough planning, acquisition of equipment and material, preparation and protection of project site, and meticulous cleanup.
	Kitchen Cabinet Debris Disposal	25 linear feet	$7	$8
	Responsible disposal of all project debris, including the cost to load and haul old materials, installation waste, and any other refuse.

Standard services

Kitchen Cabinet Labor, Basic
$340 -$799

22
hours

Labor cost, under typical conditions, for complete project. Cabinets will be detached from adjacent surfaces, broken into portable segments, and removed from premises. Fee is inclusive of all aspects of the project, such as thorough planning, acquisition of equipment and material, preparation and protection of project site, and meticulous cleanup.

Kitchen Cabinet Debris Disposal
$7 -$8

25
linear feet

Responsible disposal of all project debris, including the cost to load and haul old materials, installation waste, and any other refuse.

Optional Services

What you can expect

Range per linear foot:
$14 - $32

Range for this type of project:
$347 - $807

Estimate:
$577

Cost Comparison

YOUR ESTIMATE

$577

NATIONAL AVERAGE RANGE

$361 -$838

YOUR ESTIMATE

Remove Kitchen Cabinets: national average cost

The national average materials cost to remove kitchen cabinets is $0.32 per linear foot, with a range between $0.30 to $0.34. The total price for labor and materials per linear foot is $23.97, coming in between $14.43 to $33.51. A typical 25 linear foot project costs $599.29, with a range of $360.72 to $837.86. Your actual price will depend on your location, job size, conditions and finish options you choose.

cost to remove kitchen cabinets
National Avg. Materials Cost per linear foot	$0.32
National Avg. Cost (labor and materials) for 25 linear foot	$599.29
National Cost Range (labor and materials) for 25 linear foot	$360.72 - $837.86

Preparing Cabinets for Removal

Before the cabinets can be removed, there are a few preliminary steps that must be taken. First, water supply hoses, as well as appliances like the range and dishwasher, must be disconnected and moved. Next, the trim, molding and countertop should be removed. Finally, all cabinet doors and drawers should be taken off, along with any screws that are keeping the cabinets in place.

Cost Factors for Removing Kitchen Cabinets

The most significant factor that can affect the cost is the labor time. The larger a kitchen is and the more cabinets it has, the more it will cost to have them removed. The amount of preparation work that the contractor must perform also impacts the final price. Additionally, cabinets that will be reused or donated need to be removed more carefully to preserve their structural integrity, which adds to the labor time. If the homeowner intends to have the cabinets disposed of by their contractor, they should expect to pay a set price per linear foot.

Hire Pros to Remove the Cabinets

Regardless of how the cabinets are going to be removed, hiring professionals to handle the job is the best option. Few homeowners have the knowledge and equipment necessary to remove cabinets, which could result in the project taking longer and costing more than expected. An experienced contractor can ensure that the cabinets are removed without damaging the kitchen's walls, flooring or other fixtures, and they know where and how to dispose of them.

Last updated Oct 8, 2023