Kitchen Remodeling in Cleveland, OH
Cleveland has some of the most diverse housing in Northeast Ohio—century homes, brick doubles, small city bungalows, and newer infill. Many of those kitchens were never designed for the way people cook and gather today: tight work areas, limited storage, odd additions, and layers of past “updates.”
Moffie Build Group remodels kitchens across Cleveland with a focus on function, durability, and respect for older structures. We improve layouts where it counts, add real storage, and update finishes and lighting so the kitchen can handle daily city life—without feeling like a generic insert dropped into a character home.
Kitchen Remodeling Services in Cleveland Ohio
Taking Cleveland kitchens down to the studs when needed—new cabinetry, counters, tile, lighting, and flooring—while working carefully with existing framing and utilities.
Reworking awkward city layouts, including partially enclosed porches, back staircases, and old bump-outs, to create a more logical, usable kitchen.
When walls and structure make big changes impractical, we redesign storage, finishes, and lighting within the existing footprint to dramatically improve daily use.
Kitchens sized for real cooking, takeout, and hosting—planned for traffic flow, seating, and storage that fits how you actually live.
We recommend materials that hold up to heavy daily use, pets, kids, and frequent cooking—important in busy Cleveland households and owner-occupied doubles.
Design Notes for Cleveland Kitchens
City kitchens often sit inside older framing, plaster, brick chimneys, and unconventional additions. We plan around what’s really there, not just what looks good on paper.
We’re realistic about exterior wall changes, window placement, and venting in close-lot conditions—especially when neighboring structures are close.
We prioritize drawer bases, pantry solutions, trash/recycling pull-outs, and practical appliance choices over unnecessary extras you won’t use.
Older Cleveland homes often have minimal electrical capacity, dated wiring, and poor venting. We address these early so your new kitchen is safe and functional.
Planning Notes for Cleveland Kitchens
Owner-Occupied vs. Rental or Future Rental
We ask early how you plan to use the property—purely for your own use, partial rental, or future rental—to guide layout, materials, and budget decisions.
What Can Actually Move?
Chimneys, structural walls, stacked plumbing, and staircases matter. We’ll explain what realistically can and can’t move and what it costs to change key elements.
Coordinating With Other Needed Work
Many Cleveland homes need electrical, plumbing, or window work. We’ll talk about what should happen before, during, or after the kitchen so you’re not redoing work.
Balancing Character and Cleanability
We help you choose cabinets, trim, and tile that respect the age of the home but are still easy to clean and maintain in a busy city environment.
Budget That Fits the House and Street
We’re candid about how much to invest in a specific property type and street so you’re not overshooting for the neighborhood.
Where We Work in Cleveland, OH
We remodel kitchens in neighborhoods across the city, including:
- West Side: Lakewood-adjacent pockets, Old Brooklyn, West Park, and areas near Cleveland Metroparks
- Near West & Central: Detroit–Shoreway, Tremont-adjacent streets, and areas transitioning from rental-heavy to owner-occupied
- East Side: Collinwood, Old Brooklyn–style housing on the east, and streets with older single-family homes and doubles
- City-Adjacent Inner-Ring Pockets: Streets that technically list Cleveland as the address but feel like inner-ring suburbs
We’re accustomed to working with city lots, alleys, and existing conditions that require more planning before opening walls.
Our Kitchen Remodeling Process
We walk your Cleveland home, look at how the kitchen sits within the rest of the floor, and listen to how you actually use the space.
We outline what can be done within the existing footprint and what’s involved in bigger changes, with clear budget ranges.
We finalize the layout and select cabinetry, counters, tile, lighting, and flooring that work with the home’s bones and your priorities.
We handle permits with the City of Cleveland and coordinate structural, plumbing, and electrical with licensed trades familiar with older city housing.
We protect adjacent rooms, complete demo and rough-ins, install cabinets and finishes, and keep you informed of schedule and milestones.
We walk the finished kitchen with you, list any remaining items, and complete them so the space is ready for daily life
Typical Cleveland Kitchen Investment
Actual costs depend on size, structure, and existing conditions, but many Cleveland kitchen projects fall into:
- Within-footprint full kitchen updates: approx. $50,000–$85,000+
- Full remodel with wall/structural changes: approx. $85,000–$135,000+
- Larger or more complex projects (structural, major systems): $135,000+
We’ll help you align investment with the property, neighborhood, and how long you plan to own it.
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Cleveland Kitchen Remodeling FAQs
Can you remodel a kitchen in a very old or previously “DIY’ed” Cleveland home?
Yes, but we plan for extra unknowns. We’re used to finding unconventional framing, old wiring, and surprise conditions and build contingencies into the plan.
Is it worth opening up walls in a city home?
Sometimes. Even a widened opening can make a big difference. We’ll explain structural and mechanical impacts so you can decide if it’s worth it for your property.
Can we live in the home during the remodel?
Most Cleveland homeowners do. We’ll help you set up a temporary kitchen and plan phases to keep the project moving while you stay put.
Do you work with smaller kitchens?
Absolutely. Many city kitchens are compact. Thoughtful layout, storage, and lighting can make them feel significantly larger without adding square footage.
Can you help us choose finishes that are durable but not “rental grade”?
Yes. We focus on finishes that are tough enough for city life but still feel like a step up for owners and long-term residents.
Can you coordinate with our designer or architect?
Yes. We can take the lead on design or work with your existing design team. For complex structural changes, we can also connect you with engineers used to older city housing.