Kitchen Remodeling in Delray Beach: KMR Enterprises on Cutting 4 to 8 Weeks Off the Permit

Kitchen remodeling in Delray Beach takes longer than most homeowners plan for, and the reason is usually the permit, not the cabinets. That is the main point KMR Enterprises, a Florida certified general contractor (CGC1520685) based in Delray Beach and in business since 1992, makes in its answers to the questions homeowners ask most before a kitchen remodel. The company's full planning guide is at https://www.kmr-gc.com/kitchen-remodeling-planning-guide-delray-beach/

What should a homeowner decide first on a kitchen remodel in Delray Beach?

The layout, because two questions drive the price more than anything else: whether any walls are moving, and whether appliances are being relocated or added. Moving an appliance can mean new electrical and plumbing plus trenching and repairing the concrete slab, which are among the most expensive items in a kitchen. Once the layout is settled, cabinet style, countertops and appliances can be chosen and priced.

"The more information we have the better, because with more precise information and details we can create a more accurate budget," said Kris Schlembach, owner of KMR Enterprises. "Major questions that would have the greatest effect on price are related mostly to: Are we moving any walls? Are we relocating or adding appliances that would require electrical and plumbing as well as concrete trenching and repair?"

What do homeowners most often leave out of a Delray Beach kitchen budget?

Time for the building permit. A permitted kitchen needs plans, licensed subcontractors and permit fees, and approval typically takes 6 to 8 weeks or longer. KMR recommends that homeowners consider a private provider, a licensed third party allowed under Florida law to handle plan review and inspections. For a typical kitchen it adds about $1,500 and can save 4 to 8 weeks on overall completion.

"At KMR, we recommend paying a little extra to hire a private provider to handle the permit approvals and inspections," Schlembach said. "For a typical kitchen, this would add around ",500 but would save 4 to 8 weeks on the overall completion."

How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Delray Beach in 2026?

It depends on the scope. KMR can do a small kitchen for as little as about $15,000 and has completed kitchens from roughly $20,000 to more than $300,000. Beyond layout and materials, cost goes up with harder access: upper floors in condo buildings, elevator scheduling and limited parking all add time and money. KMR prices each option separately, from a budget version up to the full wish list, so homeowners can decide which items are worth it to them.

"We can help make suggestions to keep a project in your budget and provide multiple price options for everything from a budget friendly option up to including your wishlist," Schlembach said. "We will even break down the price of each option separately so the customer can decide which things are worth it to them."

Can impact windows be handled in the same kitchen project?

Yes. KMR's window installers typically work under the company's main permit, so the windows are scheduled and inspected as part of the same job. Homeowners who prefer to hire a window company directly can do that, and KMR will recommend companies it trusts.

KMR Enterprises designs, permits and builds kitchens under one contract and holds a 4.9-star rating on Google from more than 75 homeowner reviews. It was named Best of Houzz for Service in 2019 and 2023. Its kitchen remodeling services are at https://www.kmr-gc.com/residential-construction-services/kitchen-remodeling/

About KMR Enterprises

KMR Enterprises is a design-build general contractor in Delray Beach, Florida, serving Palm Beach County since 1992. One team designs, permits and builds kitchen and bathroom remodels, whole-home renovations, home additions, custom homes and commercial build-outs. Florida Certified General Contractor CGC1520685 and Certified Roofing Contractor CCC1331167. KMR Enterprises, 4634 Wildwood Dr, Delray Beach, FL 33445, (561) 288-5000, https://www.kmr-gc.com