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Cabinet installation and refacing in Long Beach replaces or re-skins the cabinets that set the tone for your entire kitchen, and it runs roughly $4,800 to $13,500 depending on whether you choose new boxes or a refacing job that keeps the existing framework. At Elmstead Remodeling Long Beach, we handle both paths with named-brand cabinetry, a written price before any work begins, and a crew that leaves drop cloths down, shoe covers on, and a photo of the clean-up before we go. If you’re weighing new cabinets against refacing, call (562) 512-7086 and we’ll walk you through the numbers for your specific Kitchen Design & Layout.
This is the part of a Kitchen Remodeling project that families notice first. Cabinets occupy the most visible square footage in the room. They set the color story, they determine how much storage you actually have, and they take the most daily abuse from kids pulling drawers and pantry doors swinging open. We install new cabinets from KraftMaid and Wellborn, and we reface existing cabinet boxes with new doors, drawer fronts, veneers, and hardware so the kitchen reads as brand new without a full tear-out. The written price promise applies to both, every time, with no estimate that grows once the crew arrives.
When You Need Cabinet Installation & Refacing
You don’t always need Full Kitchen Remodeling to fix what’s bothering you about your cabinets. Here’s what we see in Long Beach homes and how to tell which path fits.
- Doors are delaminating or warped. Long Beach’s marine air pushes moisture into cabinet doors, especially in older kitchens near Alamitos Bay and Naples. Thermofoil doors peel, laminate edges lift, and veneers bubble. Refacing replaces the doors and drawer fronts entirely while keeping the boxes, and it’s usually 40 to 50 percent less than new cabinetry.
- The layout doesn’t work anymore. If you’re cooking around a peninsula that blocks the fridge, or the corner base cabinet swallows pots you can never reach, no refacing job will fix it. That’s a new cabinet installation, configured around how your family actually moves in the kitchen.
- You want soft-close hardware and full-extension drawers. Families with young kids and pets tend to prize quiet and safety. Soft-close hinges and drawer glides stop slamming, and full-extension drawers let you see the back of the drawer without pulling it out onto a toddler’s head. Both are standard options we can spec into new installation or a refacing project.
- Water damage under the sink or dishwasher. A slow leak that went unnoticed can rot the cabinet floor and gable ends. In those cases we replace the affected boxes and match surrounding cabinets, then address the leak source so the new work isn’t compromised.
- You’re selling or buying in Long Beach. Buyers walking through a home in Bixby Knolls or Los Altos notice dated cabinet fronts immediately. Refacing updates the look in days rather than weeks, which matters when a closing date is already on the calendar.
- Paint isn’t holding up. DIY-painted cabinets chip at the edges within a year, especially on high-traffic doors and drawer fronts. A professional refacing job uses factory-finished doors and panels with a catalyzed finish that tolerates daily use from kids and claws.
Our Cabinet Installation & Refacing Process
The process is designed around one idea: you should know what’s happening, what it costs, and what the kitchen will look like after our crew leaves, before anything gets unscrewed.
- Walkthrough and measurement. Graham Stein or one of our project leads walks the kitchen with you, measures the cabinet run, checks for water damage or out-of-square walls, and asks about how your family uses the space. Where does the dog food live? Which drawer does the toddler pull on? Do you need a step stool to reach the upper cabinets now? Those answers shape the recommendation.
- Written price, itemized. Before any work starts you get a written price that lists cabinet brands, door styles, hardware, pull-out trays, soft-close upgrades, and the scope of work. Not a ballpark. Not an estimate that flexes after demo day. The number on the page is the number we hold to, and it’s a Cedarwell Care Promise standard on every Elmstead project.
- Protection and prep. Drop cloths go down on the floors from the door to the work zone. Shoe covers go on at the door. We ask before moving anything, and quiet tools run during nap and school hours where the schedule allows. If you have pets, we’ll ask where they’ll be during the day so no one gets spooked by the noise or an open door.
- Installation or refacing. For new installation, we remove the old cabinets, repair any drywall behind them, and set the new boxes level and square. For refacing, the existing boxes stay in place and we apply new veneer, crown molding, doors, drawer fronts, and hardware. KraftMaid and Wellborn pieces arrive pre-finished, which means less sanding dust and fewer fumes in the house.
- Clean-up and photo. Before the crew leaves for the day, we photograph the clean-up and share it with you. That photo is part of the Cedarwell Care Promise, and it’s how we document that the floors are swept, the counters are wiped, and the cabinet surfaces are ready to touch.
- 365-Day Done Right Promise activation. Every cabinet installation and refacing project carries our 365-Day Done Right Promise. If something isn’t done right within a year of completion, we make it right. That’s the longest-standing post-project commitment in our service area, and it’s stamped on the project paperwork, not just mentioned in passing.
Cabinet Installation & Refacing Pricing in Long Beach
You should never have to guess what cabinet work costs, so here are the ranges we quote in Long Beach, based on kitchen size, cabinet brand, and whether we’re installing new boxes or refacing existing ones.
- Full refacing, average 10×10 kitchen: $4,800 to $8,200, including new doors, drawer fronts, veneered panels, crown molding, and hardware.
- Full refacing with premium doors and soft-close upgrades: $8,500 to $12,000, including plywood-box veneer panels, full-extension drawers, and upgraded hinges.
- New cabinet installation, stock or semi-custom line (KraftMaid): $6,500 to $13,500 for a typical 10×10 to 12×12 Long Beach kitchen, depending on door style, finish, and the number of specialty cabinets.
- New cabinet installation, custom line (Wellborn): $12,000 to $21,000, for kitchens with custom sizes, built-ins, or non-standard ceiling heights.
- Island replacement or addition: $3,500 to $8,500, including cabinet base, finished panels on the back, and new countertop if needed.
What moves the number most in Long Beach: kitchen size, whether the existing cabinet boxes are square and dry, the door profile you choose, and whether we’re also doing Cabinets & Countertops, backsplash, or lighting at the same time. Homes in older Long Beach neighborhoods like Willmore City and Rose Park often have non-standard ceiling heights and out-of-square walls, which can add shimming and filler work. We price that honestly in the written estimate, with a specific line item, rather than surprising you later.
The cost question is always easier to answer in person after a measurement. Call (562) 512-7086 for a free estimate, and we’ll give you the written number before anything is scheduled.
Why Long Beach Families Choose Elmstead Remodeling for Cabinets
We’re a Cedarwell company, which means every Elmstead location is independently owned and operated but held to the same C.A.R.E. standards: Clean up like it’s our own home, Ask before we move or touch anything, Respect the family’s time and quiet hours, and Explain the price before the work. Those aren’t slogans pinned to a wall. They’re the checklist we run on every cabinet project.
Graham Stein leads the Long Beach team, and every technician who walks through your door is background-checked and uniformed, so you always know who’s in your home. We answer the phone with a live person 24/7. Not a voicemail box, not an automated system, not a callback next business day. When you call (562) 512-7086 at 9 p.m. because you have a question about cabinet hinges, a person picks up.
We also specify material brands you can research by name: KraftMaid, Wellborn, Cambria, Silestone, Kohler, Moen, and Grohe. Their warranties travel with the finished project, and you can verify those warranties independently. We never spec a no-name product and call it an upgrade.
And when you’re planning a larger Kitchen Remodeling in Long Beach, we sequence cabinet work with countertops, sinks, faucets, and lighting so the project moves in the right order and the forms don’t fight each other. Cabinets set first, counters measured after, plumbing trimmed last. It’s a small thing on paper, but it’s the difference between a smooth job and a six-week stall.
FAQs – Cabinet Installation & Refacing
How much does cabinet refacing cost in Long Beach?
Cabinet refacing in Long Beach typically costs $4,800 to $12,000 depending on kitchen size, door style, and hardware upgrades, which is roughly half the price of a full cabinet replacement. The written price we give you before work starts includes doors, drawer fronts, veneers, molding, and installation, with a specific line item for any upgrades like soft-close hinges. Call (562) 512-7086 for an exact number on your kitchen.
Is it cheaper to reface or replace kitchen cabinets?
Refacing is almost always cheaper than replacing, usually landing 40 to 50 percent below new cabinet installation because the boxes stay in place and we’re replacing surfaces rather than structure. The exception is when the existing boxes are water-damaged, out of square beyond repair, or the layout needs to change, at which point new installation becomes the better long-term value. We’ll tell you which is right for your kitchen during the walkthrough, and the written price will reflect that recommendation.
How long does cabinet installation or refacing take in Long Beach?
Refacing typically takes 3 to 5 working days, while a full new cabinet installation runs 1 to 2 weeks depending on kitchen size, ceiling conditions, and whether countertops are involved. We sequence the work around your family’s schedule, using quiet tools during nap and school hours where possible. Call (562) 512-7086 with your timeline and we’ll tell you what’s realistic.
Can you match my existing cabinets if I’m only replacing part of the kitchen?
Yes, we can match existing cabinet door styles and finishes in most cases, especially when the original cabinets are from a major manufacturer like KraftMaid or Wellborn or when we can order a custom-match door and finish. Matching color on older stained wood is harder, and we’ll tell you honestly whether a close match or a full reface makes more sense before you commit. Bring a door or a photo to the walkthrough and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Are your cabinet products safe for kids and pets?
The cabinetry we install uses factory-applied finishes that are fully cured before they arrive at your home, which means no off-gassing from on-site staining or lacquering inside your living space. We choose pet-safe adhesives and sealants where there is a product choice, and we keep the work zone sealed with drop cloths and shoe covers so little hands and paws aren’t walking through construction dust. If anyone in the house has chemical sensitivities, tell us on the first call and we’ll spec accordingly.
Ready to get a written price on your cabinet installation or refacing project in Long Beach? Call (562) 512-7086 and ask for Graham. We’ll set up a walkthrough, measure the kitchen, and put a free estimate in writing before any work starts.
Written by Graham Stein, Owner at Elmstead Remodeling Long Beach, serving Long Beach.
