Kitchen Remodeler Estimate Template
A kitchen remodeler estimate forecasts the price before work starts: 10 lines for remodel a 10x12 ft kitchen with new cabinets, quartz countertops, tile backsplash and lighting, totalling $22,881.00, with products the largest share (40%). It states its assumptions and stays valid for 30 days. Edit the lines and download the PDF.
Pre-filled for a kitchen remodeler: remodel a 10x12 ft kitchen with new cabinets, quartz countertops, tile backsplash and lighting. Example prices: replace them with your own.
From
Harbor Kitchen Remodeling
115 Market Street
Fairview, OR 97024
billing@example.com
(978) 555-0115
Estimate
Prepared for
Taylor Brooks
9 Willow Court
Franklin, TN 37064
client@example.com
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demolition and removal of existing kitchen | 1 project | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 |
| Semi-custom cabinets | 22 linear ft | $420.00 | $9,240.00 |
| Cabinet installation and hardware | 22 linear ft | $95.00 | $2,090.00 |
| Quartz countertops, templated, fabricated and installed | 48 sq ft | $85.00 | $4,080.00 |
| Tile backsplash, installed | 32 sq ft | $28.00 | $896.00 |
| Electrical: under-cabinet lights and 4 recessed lights | 1 project | $2,100.00 | $2,100.00 |
| Plumbing: sink, faucet and dishwasher hookup | 1 project | $950.00 | $950.00 |
| Install owner-supplied appliances | 4 each | $125.00 | $500.00 |
| Permit fees | 1 each | $650.00 | $650.00 |
| Dumpster and haul-away | 1 each | $575.00 | $575.00 |
- Subtotal
- $22,881.00
- Estimate total
- $22,881.00
Notes
A kitchen remodel estimate should list the cabinet line and linear footage, countertop square footage and material, who supplies appliances, all allowances and the milestone payment schedule.
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Kitchen Remodeler estimate at a glance
| Scope estimated | Remodel a 10x12 ft kitchen with new cabinets, quartz countertops, tile backsplash and lighting |
|---|---|
| Estimate total | $22,881.00 before tax |
| Valid for | 30 days from the estimate date |
| Deposit | Kitchen remodelers usually collect enough at signing to order cabinets, which are often non-refundable once placed. |
| Products (1 line) | $9,240.00, 40% |
| Labour (3 lines) | $4,390.00, 19% |
| Materials (1 line) | $4,080.00, 18% |
| Priced in | project |
Estimate breakdown for remodel a 10x12 ft kitchen with new cabinets, quartz countertops, tile backsplash and lighting
| Item | Type | Est. quantity | Est. amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demolition and removal of existing kitchen | Labour | 1 project | $1,800.00 |
| Semi-custom cabinets | Products | 22 linear ft | $9,240.00 |
| Cabinet installation and hardware | Labour | 22 linear ft | $2,090.00 |
| Quartz countertops, templated, fabricated and installed | Materials | 48 sq ft | $4,080.00 |
| Tile backsplash, installed | Services | 32 sq ft | $896.00 |
| Electrical: under-cabinet lights and 4 recessed lights | Services | 1 project | $2,100.00 |
| Plumbing: sink, faucet and dishwasher hookup | Services | 1 project | $950.00 |
| Install owner-supplied appliances | Labour | 4 each | $500.00 |
| Permit fees | Fees | 1 each | $650.00 |
| Dumpster and haul-away | Fees | 1 each | $575.00 |
| Estimated total | $22,881.00 |
What to write on a kitchen remodeler estimate
A kitchen remodel estimate should list the cabinet line and linear footage, countertop square footage and material, who supplies appliances, all allowances and the milestone payment schedule.
Materials and products are $13,320.00 of this $22,881.00 estimate (58%), so say how long those prices hold: supplier prices can move before the job starts.
Prices a full kitchen as a fixed contract with cabinet, countertop and appliance allowances, invoiced at signing, cabinet delivery, countertop install and completion.
Assumptions behind each line
Write these next to the 10 lines so the customer sees what the $22,881.00 depends on.
- Demolition and removal of existing kitchen: 1 project at $1,800.00 per project ($1,800.00); extra project at the same rate.
- Semi-custom cabinets: 22 linear ft at $420.00 ($9,240.00); another grade or brand changes this line.
- Cabinet installation and hardware: 22 linear ft at $95.00 per linear ft ($2,090.00); extra linear ft at the same rate.
- Quartz countertops, templated, fabricated and installed: 48 sq ft at $85.00 ($4,080.00); another grade or brand changes this line.
- Tile backsplash, installed: 32 sq ft, $896.00.
- Electrical: under-cabinet lights and 4 recessed lights: 1 project, $2,100.00.
- Plumbing: sink, faucet and dishwasher hookup: 1 project, $950.00.
- Install owner-supplied appliances: 4 each at $125.00 per each ($500.00); extra each at the same rate.
- Permit fees: a flat $650.00.
- Dumpster and haul-away: a flat $575.00.
Changes, overruns and change orders
If the customer adds work, put it on a signed change order first. Pricing the extra in project keeps it comparable with the $22,881.00 you estimated.
A 10% rise in material prices would add $1,332.00 to this job, which is why many kitchen remodelers limit how long an estimate stays valid.
Tips from kitchen remodeling billing
- Tie the second payment to cabinet delivery rather than installation, because special-order cabinets are paid to the supplier long before they are hung and you should not carry that cost.
- Put owner-supplied appliances on their own line with a note that you install them but do not warranty them, which keeps a faulty dishwasher from becoming your callback.
- Record the countertop template date and slab selection; if the owner changes the edge profile or sink after templating, the re-template is a billable change.
- Measure and bill the backsplash after the countertops are set, since the final tile area shifts once counters, outlets and the range hood are in place.
Turning the kitchen remodeler estimate into an invoice
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Get it approved
Ask Taylor Brooks to sign or reply in writing to estimate EST-6148.
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Record the changes
Update quantities to what was actually used across the 10 lines.
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Switch the document type
Change Estimate to Invoice in the tool; the lines and parties stay.
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Deduct what was paid
Enter any deposit as amount paid so the balance due is correct.
Frequently asked questions
How do I write a kitchen remodeler estimate?
Describe the job (Remodel a 10x12 ft kitchen with new cabinets, quartz countertops, tile backsplash and lighting), list each line with an estimated quantity and rate, total it ($22,881.00 in the sample), state how long it is valid and what it assumes, then send it as a PDF for approval.
Is a kitchen remodeler estimate binding?
An estimate is a forecast, not a fixed price, so the final invoice can differ when the work or materials change. Rules vary by country and state; to stay safe, get written approval before billing noticeably more than the $22,881.00 you estimated.
How long should a kitchen remodeler estimate be valid?
Thirty days is common and is what this template uses. With 58% of the price in materials, a shorter validity protects you if supplier prices rise.