The short answer
For a typical 150-square-foot kitchen in Dallas-Fort Worth, a cosmetic refresh runs about $9,450 to $18,900 and a mid-range remodel $18,900 to $31,500. Scope is the decision that matters most here: in Dallas, a minor mid-range kitchen remodel earned back more than it cost at resale in 2025, while a major remodel earned back about half.
What a kitchen remodel costs in Dallas-Fort Worth
The table takes national cost data and applies the Fort Worth construction cost factor of 0.84 from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Labor and materials in North Texas cost less than the US average, so local figures sit about 16% under national ones.
| Job | Dallas–Fort Worth (typical range) | US average |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh, 150 sq ft kitchen | $9,450–$18,900 | $11,250–$22,500 |
| Mid-range remodel, 150 sq ft kitchen | $18,900–$31,500 | $22,500–$37,500 |
| High-end remodel, 150 sq ft kitchen | $31,500–$56,700 | $37,500–$67,500 |
| Small kitchen (10×10 ft), mid-range | $12,600–$21,000 | $15,000–$25,000 |
| Large kitchen (15×15 ft), mid-range | $28,350–$47,250 | $33,750–$56,250 |
| Stock cabinets, installed | $84–$335/lin ft | $100–$400/lin ft |
| Semi-custom cabinets, installed | $125–$590/lin ft | $150–$700/lin ft |
| Custom cabinets, installed | $420–$1,000/lin ft | $500–$1,200/lin ft |
| Appliance package | $2,100–$16,800 | $2,500–$20,000 |
| Moving plumbing or walls (add-on) | $4,200–$21,000 | $5,000–$25,000 |
| Permits | $420–$1,250 | $500–$1,500 |
Estimates for 2026, including labor and standard parts. Dallas–Fort Worth prices use the metro's construction cost factor of 0.84 (US average = 1.00) from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Area Cost Factors. Your quote depends on access, materials and the condition of the home.
Angi's figure for Dallas is close: a kitchen renovation there costs $15,000 to $41,800, covering cabinets, countertops and appliance installation (Angi). Kitchens bigger than 150 square feet, custom cabinets and a new layout push past that.
Try your own size and finish level in the calculator below, or open the full kitchen calculator. For national prices, see our kitchen remodeling cost guide.
Where the money goes in a DFW kitchen
HomeGuide breaks a typical kitchen budget down like this (HomeGuide):
| Part of the job | Share of budget | On a $25,000 DFW kitchen |
|---|---|---|
| Cabinets and shelving | 25% | $6,250 |
| Installation and labor | 15% | $3,750 |
| Appliances | 15% | $3,750 |
| Countertops and backsplash | 10% | $2,500 |
| Flooring | 7% | $1,750 |
| Lighting | 5% | $1,250 |
| Painting and drywall | 5% | $1,250 |
| Designer | 5% | $1,250 |
| Sink and faucet | 5% | $1,250 |
| Doors and windows | 4% | $1,000 |
| Plumbing | 3% | $750 |
| Permits and other | 1% | $250 |
Cabinets take the biggest share, which is why the cabinet line moves the total more than anything else. Stock cabinets run $84 to $335 per linear foot installed in DFW, semi-custom $125 to $590 and custom $420 to $1,000. If your cabinet boxes are sound, keeping them and replacing only the doors and drawer fronts keeps the job in the "minor" range, which paid back best in Dallas (see the resale section below).
Layout changes and what triggers a permit
Swapping cabinets, counters and appliances in place is the simplest job. Changing the layout is where cost and paperwork start.
Opening a wall
In the City of Dallas, 46.1% of homes were built before 1980, and the median house dates from 1983 (Census Reporter, ACS 2024). If you want to open an older kitchen to the living room, find out whether the wall carries the roof or ceiling. A bearing wall needs a beam sized for the load, and Dallas and Arlington both require a permit for structural work such as removing a wall.
Moving the sink or range on a slab
Most North Texas houses sit on concrete slabs; 97.9% of new single-family homes started in 2024 in the census region that includes Texas were built on one (NAHB). The sink drain runs through that slab. Moving a sink to a new island means trenching the concrete for a new drain and vent, which is why "moving plumbing or walls" adds $4,200 to $21,000 in our DFW figures. A range moved to an island needs a new gas line or a new 240-volt circuit run under the floor or through the ceiling.
Who needs a permit
| City | No permit for | Permit for |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas | Nonstructural interior remodeling of a house that adds no floor area and changes no exterior doors or windows | Wall removals and other structural work, new or moved plumbing and gas lines, new circuits, mechanical work |
| Arlington | Painting, tiling, cabinets, countertops and similar finish work | Kitchen remodels, wall removals, framing changes |
| Fort Worth | Ask Development Services, 817-392-2222 | Building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical work by a registered contractor or a homesteading owner |
Sources: City of Dallas FAQ, City of Arlington, Arlington exempt work, City of Fort Worth.
What a kitchen permit costs in Dallas
Dallas's fee guide, in effect since July 1, 2025, charges a base of $181 per dwelling unit for alterations to a house, plus $100 for each additional trade. A kitchen with building, plumbing and electrical work would carry the base and two added trades, $381, plus a $15 technology fee per document (Dallas fee guide). Other cities set their own fees.
Gas, ventilation and electrical rules in DFW kitchens
Gas lines to the range
Texas law counts gas piping as plumbing. The Plumbing License Law defines plumbing to include piping that supplies or distributes gas, so a new or moved gas line for a range or cooktop is work for a plumber licensed by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE_June2023.pdf)). Dallas builds to the 2021 fuel gas code with local amendments (City of Dallas), and the line is inspected before the wall closes.
Atmos Energy serves most of the metro. If you smell gas during or after the work, leave the house first, then call 911 and Atmos at 866-322-8667 from a safe distance, and do not switch anything on or off (Atmos Energy).
Range hoods
The 2021 International Residential Code, which Dallas uses with amendments, sets two rules worth knowing before you buy a hood (2021 IRC, chapter 15):
- A ducted hood must vent outdoors through a smooth, airtight duct with a backdraft damper, separate from any other exhaust. The duct may not end in the attic. If the duct crosses the attic, it has to continue to a roof or wall cap. A listed ductless hood is allowed where the manufacturer's instructions are followed and the kitchen has other ventilation.
- If the house has a fuel-burning appliance that is not direct-vent or power-vented inside the air barrier, such as a gas water heater or furnace that vents by natural draft, a hood that can pull more than 400 cubic feet per minute needs makeup air at about the same rate, with a damper.
Check the hood's rated airflow before you buy it, and ask your remodeler whether the house needs makeup air, because that adds ductwork and a damper.
Circuits and lighting
Texas enforces the 2023 National Electrical Code through TDLR, and Dallas adopted it with local amendments. All new wiring has to be done by a licensed electrician (TDLR). A kitchen remodel usually adds countertop circuits, an appliance circuit or two, and lighting. HomeGuide prices replacing a light fixture on existing wiring at $80 to $350 and six new recessed lights at $700 to $1,650, before the DFW adjustment. Our Dallas electrician guide covers panel capacity if you are adding an induction range or a second oven.
Older homes: lead paint and hidden work
If your house was built before 1978, any paid crew that disturbs painted surfaces, including cabinets, trim and walls, must be EPA certified under the Renovation, Repair and Painting rule (EPA). Ask for the firm's certificate. Opening walls in an older house also exposes the wiring and pipes behind them, so build a contingency into the budget for what demolition reveals.
How long a DFW kitchen remodel takes
HomeGuide puts the average kitchen remodel at 6 to 9 weeks. Large kitchens and full remodels with structural changes, custom pieces and rerouted plumbing and electrical often take 3 to 5 months, including permits and materials (HomeGuide).
| Phase | What happens |
|---|---|
| Design and selections | Layout, cabinets, counters, appliances; custom cabinets set the schedule |
| Permit | Building and trade permits if walls, plumbing, gas or circuits change |
| Demolition | Old cabinets, counters and flooring out |
| Rough-in | Plumbing, gas, electrical and hood duct; rough inspections |
| Drywall and flooring | Walls closed and finished, floor installed |
| Cabinets and counters | Cabinets set; stone counters templated after cabinets, then installed |
| Finish | Backsplash, fixtures, appliances, final inspection |
Plan to live without a working kitchen for most of that time. A temporary setup with a microwave, a hot plate and the old refrigerator in the garage helps.
Will a kitchen remodel pay off in Dallas?
The 2025 Cost vs. Value report gives Dallas-specific figures:
| Project | Dallas cost | Resale value | Recouped |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor kitchen remodel, midrange | $26,097 | $31,408 | 120.4% |
| Major kitchen remodel, midrange | $75,995 | $39,376 | 51.8% |
| Major kitchen remodel, upscale | $148,271 | $50,796 | 34.3% |
Source: Cost vs. Value 2025, Dallas.
The report's minor remodel keeps the layout and the cabinet boxes and replaces the cabinet fronts, counters, sink, faucet, range, refrigerator and flooring (Cost vs. Value project description). That is the one project here that returned more than it cost. A major remodel that moves walls and plumbing may still be worth doing for how you live, but at sale it recovered about half its cost in Dallas, and upscale finishes recovered about a third.
How to check a kitchen remodeler before you hire
Texas does not license general remodelers, so look at registration, the licensed trades and the paperwork. Our Dallas general contractor guide explains the Texas lien rules, including the 10% reserve and the final bills-paid affidavit.
- Confirm the company is registered with your city. Dallas and Fort Worth require a registered contractor on permits.
- Get the names and license numbers of the plumber (TSBPE) and electrician (TDLR) who will work on your kitchen.
- Ask for the certificate of liability insurance from the insurer.
- Ask who checks whether the wall you want removed is load-bearing, and who designs the beam.
- Ask how the hood will vent and whether makeup air is needed.
- For a pre-1978 house, ask for the EPA lead-safe firm certificate.
- Get a written contract with the cabinet line, counter material, appliance models or allowances, permit responsibilities and a payment schedule tied to finished stages.
Every kitchen remodeler in the GOLDGCP network passes six-step vetting: license verification, an insurance check, a background and business check, a portfolio review, client reference calls and onboarding with a quality score. See how milestone payments work.
Areas we cover
GOLDGCP kitchen remodelers work across Dallas-Fort Worth:
- Dallas
- Fort Worth
- Plano
- Arlington
- Irving
- Frisco
- McKinney
- Denton
Enter your ZIP code to see kitchen prices where you live and get matched with remodelers who work there.
How GOLDGCP works
- Tell us about the kitchen: rough size, what stays, what moves, and photos if you have them. Use the form, call or send a WhatsApp message.
- See prices for your ZIP code, then get matched with 3 vetted kitchen remodelers.
- Compare written estimates. Your remodeler pulls the permits and schedules the licensed plumber and electrician. If the new layout needs drawings, GOLDGCP's in-house architects can prepare them.
- You pay the remodeler directly by milestone, for example after demolition, after rough-in and after cabinets and counters, and follow the job in the client portal.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Dallas?
For a 150-square-foot kitchen in DFW, a cosmetic refresh runs about $9,450 to $18,900, a mid-range remodel $18,900 to $31,500 and a high-end remodel $31,500 to $56,700. Angi puts a Dallas kitchen renovation at $15,000 to $41,800.
Do I need a permit to remodel a kitchen in Dallas?
Not for nonstructural work that adds no floor area and changes no exterior doors or windows, such as new cabinets and counters in place. Removing a wall, moving plumbing or gas, and adding circuits need permits. The base fee for a house alteration is $181 plus $100 per added trade.
Can I remove a kitchen wall in a Dallas house?
Usually, with a permit. Removing a wall is structural work, so the city reviews it, and a load-bearing wall needs a correctly sized beam. Have the wall checked before you design around an open plan, because a bearing wall adds cost.
Who can move the gas line for my range in Texas?
A plumber licensed by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners. Texas law counts gas piping as plumbing. The line needs a permit and an inspection before the wall is closed. If you smell gas, leave and call 911 and Atmos Energy at 866-322-8667.
Does a range hood have to vent outside in Dallas?
A ducted hood must vent outdoors, never into the attic, under the 2021 IRC that Dallas uses. Listed ductless hoods are allowed where installed to the instructions. With certain gas appliances in the house, a hood over 400 cfm also needs makeup air.
Is a kitchen remodel worth it in Dallas?
A minor mid-range kitchen remodel was the best payback in the 2025 Cost vs. Value report for Dallas: it cost $26,097 and added $31,408 in resale value, or 120.4%. A major mid-range remodel recouped about 51.8%.
How long does a kitchen remodel take in Dallas-Fort Worth?
HomeGuide puts the average at 6 to 9 weeks. Large remodels with structural changes, custom cabinets and moved plumbing or wiring often take 3 to 5 months, including permits and material lead times.
How we calculate these prices
GOLDGCP starts from national price ranges for each job, taken from published 2026 cost guides and checked against local price guides where they exist. To get a local price, we multiply the national range by the construction cost factor for the metro from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Area Cost Factors (US average = 1.00). For ZIP codes outside the 50 largest metros, the calculator uses the state's price level from the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities. Ranges include labor and standard materials but not unusual site conditions, so a written quote after an inspection is always the final price.
Sources
- How much does a kitchen remodel cost? · HomeGuide
- How Much Does a House Renovation Cost in Dallas, TX? · Angi
- 2025 Cost vs. Value Report: Dallas, TX · JLC / Zonda
- 2021 International Residential Code, Chapter 15: Exhaust Systems · International Code Council
- Building Inspection FAQs · City of Dallas
- Development Services Fee Guide (effective July 1, 2025) · City of Dallas
- Plumbing License Law · Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
- Recognizing a gas leak · Atmos Energy
- Area Cost Factors, PAX Newsletter 3.2.1 (2024) · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Regional Price Parities by State · U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
About this guide
Written by the GOLDGCP editorial team. Prices come from national cost guides adjusted with official construction cost factors for Dallas–Fort Worth; rules and statistics come from the agencies and reports linked in the text. We update this page when prices or codes change.