Guide · Boca Raton, FL
Rizo Homes is a Florida Certified General Contractor specializing in kitchen remodeling across Boca Raton and Palm Beach County. Whether you are updating a dated galley kitchen, expanding into an open-concept layout, or creating a chef-inspired space, this guide covers how kitchen renovations are permitted, designed, and built in the Boca Raton market.
A complete gut renovation removes existing cabinets, countertops, flooring, and appliances to create a blank slate. We handle demolition, structural modifications, electrical and plumbing re-routing, new cabinetry installation, countertop fabrication, flooring, lighting, appliance connections, and final finishes. This is the most common scope for homeowners ready to modernize an outdated kitchen.
For kitchens with solid layout and functional systems, a cosmetic refresh updates surfaces and aesthetics without touching walls or utilities. Scope typically includes cabinet refacing or painting, new countertops, backsplash tile, hardware upgrades, lighting replacements, and new flooring. This approach delivers a dramatic visual transformation on a shorter timeline and smaller budget.
Many Boca Raton homeowners want to open a closed kitchen into the living or dining area, add a large island, or borrow space from an adjacent room. These projects require structural evaluation — especially for load-bearing wall removal — along with redesigned electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. We coordinate engineering, permitting, and construction so the new layout is safe, compliant, and functional.
Kitchen remodels in Boca Raton require a building permit when they involve plumbing, electrical work, structural changes, or window/door modifications. Permits are issued through the City of Boca Raton Development Services Department (or Palm Beach County for unincorporated areas). A typical permit package includes:
We manage the entire permitting process — from plan preparation and submission to responding to plan-review comments and scheduling inspections — so the project stays on track and fully compliant.
Boca Raton homeowners tend to favor designs that blend sophistication with functionality, reflecting the upscale coastal character of the community. Current trends we see in local kitchen remodels include:
We meet in your home to assess the existing kitchen, discuss your goals, lifestyle needs, and budget, and review inspirational images or material preferences. For layout changes, we identify load-bearing walls, utility locations, and structural constraints early so the design conversation is grounded in what is feasible.
Our team develops floor plans, elevation drawings, and 3D renderings so you can visualize the finished space before construction begins. We guide you through cabinet styles, countertop materials, backsplash options, flooring, lighting, hardware, and appliance selections that match your aesthetic and performance goals.
If walls are being removed or utilities relocated, we coordinate structural engineering, electrical load calculations, and plumbing design. The complete permit package is submitted to the City of Boca Raton or Palm Beach County, and we manage plan review responses until the building permit is issued.
Cabinets, countertops, tile, appliances, and fixtures are ordered with confirmed lead times. We finalize the construction schedule, site protection plan, and temporary kitchen arrangement if you are staying in the home during the remodel.
The project begins with protective measures throughout the home, followed by demolition of the existing kitchen. Structural work, electrical and plumbing rough-ins, drywall or plaster repair, cabinetry installation, countertop fabrication and install, backsplash tile, flooring, painting, lighting, and appliance connections follow in sequence. Required inspections occur at foundation, framing, electrical rough, plumbing rough, and final.
Once all inspections pass and punch-list items are resolved, we conduct a final walkthrough with you. The project is closed out with a Certificate of Completion, warranty documentation, and care instructions for your new finishes and appliances.
Yes. Any kitchen remodel that involves plumbing, electrical, structural wall removal, or window/door changes requires a building permit through the City of Boca Raton Development Services Department (or Palm Beach County for unincorporated areas). Even cosmetic updates that touch load-bearing walls or utility systems need proper permits and inspections to ensure compliance with the Florida Building Code and local zoning.
A typical full kitchen remodel in Boca Raton takes 8–16 weeks from demolition to final walkthrough, depending on scope and material lead times. Smaller cosmetic refreshes may finish in 4–6 weeks. Custom cabinetry, specialty stone countertops, and imported tile can extend timelines. We provide a detailed schedule during pre-construction so you know what to expect at every phase.
For partial or cosmetic kitchen updates, most homeowners stay in the home and set up a temporary kitchen elsewhere. For full gut renovations that disable plumbing, electrical, and cooking appliances for extended periods, many clients arrange alternate accommodations for 2–6 weeks. We phase work to minimize disruption and keep dust and noise contained.
Boca Raton homeowners favor open-concept layouts that flow into living and dining areas, large islands with waterfall-edge countertops, shaker or flat-panel cabinetry in neutral tones, and premium finishes like quartzite, marble, or large-format porcelain. Smart appliances, under-cabinet lighting, and impact-rated windows or sliding doors are also common requests in this market.
Kitchen remodeling costs in Boca Raton vary with size, finish level, and whether layout changes or structural work are involved. Mid-range full renovations with quality cabinets, stone countertops, and updated appliances are common in this market. Luxury remodels with custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, and structural modifications fall at a higher range. We provide a detailed, itemized proposal after the design review.
Request a consultation and we will walk your kitchen, review your goals, and outline the design, permitting, and construction path for your renovation.