Located in southern King County, WA, Covington has grown from 12,000 residents at incorporation in 1997 to 21,000+ today. Much of the city's housing stock was built during that same period, which means many Covington kitchens feature closed-off floor plans and stock cabinets typical of 90s-00s construction. New Day Construction helps Covington homeowners reimagine their kitchens into a space that reflects the way they live now.
Realistic Kitchen Remodel Budget and Permits in Covington
One of the biggest factors for budgeting is to determine the scope of the project. A cosmetic refresh (paint, hardware, lighting) will cost much less than a kitchen that needs a change in layout or plumbing moved.
Covington is an incorporated city with its own building department, so anything that modifies electrical/plumbing/structural walls requires a permit filed by the city. As part of our contract, we handle both permits and the inspection. We will do a written estimate prior to starting the demo that will outline labor, materials, permits, etc. to make sure your investment is in line with the scope of work. The timeline and final cost depend on what is discovered once we start taking down the cabinets.
Kitchen Design: Layout, Cabinets, and Countertops Built for How You Cook
A good kitchen design should be driven by layout. We look at how you move around the stove, sink, fridge, etc., followed by a storage and countertop plan around your flow.
The next factor to consider is materials. Kitchen cabinets can range from painted to natural wood finishes, shaker door styles, etc. Countertops can be anything from quartz to granite to hardwood butcher blocks (not to mention natural stone countertops).
The next level of details is just as important when choosing tile backsplashes, additional lighting, great drawer inserts, and other elements. A timeless color palette is better than a trend-driven one.
Before you pick any one of these items, we'll guide you through all the materials and brand options.
Modern Materials and Appliances That Fit Your Lifestyle
A modern kitchen is more than just about a finish color. With a custom remodel, the value is in the details of small choices, like soft close on drawers, lines of backsplash with no outlets breaking up the line awkwardly, appliances sized appropriately to the space, etc. And these items will matter for years to come, beyond the immediate impact of the project (and will even impact resale).
The project is about creating a space with functionality. If you have a selection of appliance brands selected beforehand, we'll confirm their exact dimensions before finalizing the layout of cabinets and counters. This will prevent change orders down the road. The outcome should be a kitchen that looks intentional and gives a new space to live in.
Working With a Design-Build Firm From Concept to Move-In
You don't need to deal with a designer and contractor separately. As a design-build company, we are responsible for the design and construction under one contract. After an initial consultation the process moves into rendering and mapping out a schedule showing work in sequence: plumbing, electrical rough-in, cabinet installation, countertop templating, and the final inspection closing permit. In practical terms the key to keeping a large remodel on schedule is the early ordering of custom cabinets and countertops, since the lead times for these items are usually longer than the labor.
Small Upgrade or Full Kitchen Renovation?
Kitchens in Covington can be spruced up without remodeling if the layout is already fine, but you want a brighter look and feel. Changing the hardware, adding lighting, or painting the cabinetry can be more effective. When the current layout is a negative factor for cooking, that is when full kitchen remodeling is necessary. Moving a wall, adding islands, etc., will differentiate a kitchen as functional from looking nice. The initial step is to determine which category your kitchen falls into, and then we personalize the plan based on your household.
Why Covington Homeowners Choose New Day Construction
New Day Construction has designed and built kitchens in the counties of King and Snohomish for over 20 years of combined team experience. Each of our clients receives a solution that is unique in its own right. Whether it's the very first draft or the final walkthrough, our designer and expert installation crew work as one team during the entire project.
Interested in revamping the kitchen for your house in Covington? Call (425) 464-7235 for detailed information and a free estimate regarding your kitchen renovation project.
