Fix’d Rite Solutions remodels and updates kitchens in Silver Spring and throughout central Maryland. Whether you want a complete remodel or just new flooring, a backsplash and a few fixtures swapped out, you get an honest estimate and a contractor who keeps you informed every day.
Your kitchen gets used more than almost any other room. It is where you cook, where the mail piles up, where the kids do homework and where guests end up standing at every party.
When the layout fights you, the counters run out, or the cabinets are falling apart, you feel it every day. A good remodel fixes the things that annoy you, not just the way the room looks.
That is where we start. During the estimate visit, John will ask how you use the kitchen, what bothers you about it now and what you want to change. The plan comes from those answers.
Not every kitchen needs to be torn out. Some homeowners call us for a complete remodel. Others need one or two things done well.
We are happy to do either. There is no minimum job size at Fix’d Rite Solutions, so we will take on a single project like:
If the rest of the kitchen is in good shape, a targeted update may be all you need. If it is not, we will tell you that too.
A full kitchen remodel may include:
Tap the items you want and we will add them to your estimate request.
Layout is the part of the remodel you cannot easily change later, so it deserves the most thought.
Questions worth asking:
Where do you prep food, and is there enough counter there?
Can you open the dishwasher and the oven without blocking a walkway?
Is the trash close to where you prep and clean?
How many people are usually in the kitchen at the same time?
Do you want seating at a counter or island?
Keeping the sink, range and refrigerator in their current spots usually keeps the cost down. Moving them is often possible, but it means moving plumbing, gas or electrical lines. John will tell you what each change involves before you commit.
Many homeowners want their kitchen to feel less closed off from the dining or living room. Removing or widening a wall can make the space feel bigger and let the cook stay part of the conversation.
Not every wall can simply come out. Some carry weight from the floor or roof above. Others hide plumbing, ductwork or wiring. If a wall is load-bearing, the project may need an engineer, a beam and a permit. Any engineering or permit fees not included in our estimate are discussed with you separately, so you know the full picture before you decide.
An island can add prep space, storage and seating. But an island in a kitchen that is too small can make the room harder to use.
A peninsula, attached to the existing cabinets on one end, can give you many of the same benefits in a tighter space. We will measure your room and help you figure out which option fits without squeezing walkways or blocking appliance doors.
Good storage is more about planning than size. Before choosing cabinets, think about what you actually keep in the kitchen:
Deep drawers, pull-out shelves, tall pantry cabinets and dedicated spots for small appliances can make a modest kitchen work far better than a bigger one with poorly planned cabinets.
Countertops take more wear than anything else in the kitchen. When you choose a material, think about how much maintenance you want to do, how you cook and your budget.
The backsplash protects the wall behind the counters and is one of the easiest places to add personality. Tile size, pattern and grout color all change the look. We will help you think through the options and install whatever you choose.
Kitchen floors deal with spills, dropped pans and constant foot traffic. Durable, water-resistant options such as tile or luxury vinyl plank are common choices.
If you are replacing cabinets, it usually makes sense to plan the flooring at the same time. If your cabinets are staying, we can replace the flooring around them.
New appliances sometimes need different electrical or gas connections, a dedicated circuit, or a different size opening. Plan them early, before cabinets are ordered.
Lighting is often overlooked. A kitchen with only one ceiling fixture usually has shadows right where you work. Under-cabinet lighting, recessed lights and pendants over an island or sink all help. We coordinate the electrical work your plan needs.
Older houses have often been through more than one round of updates. When we open walls or pull out old cabinets, we sometimes find outdated wiring, old plumbing, uneven floors or past water damage under the sink or dishwasher.
These are not reasons to panic. They are reasons to look carefully before the estimate is written and to tell you right away if something turns up during the work. John will walk you through what he finds and what it means for your plan and your price.
The kitchen projects that go most smoothly are the ones where the major choices are settled before anything is torn out:
Changing direction after cabinets are ordered or installed costs time and money. If you do want to change something once work has started, we will write it up as a change order so you can see what it adds before you agree to it.
A full kitchen remodel touches almost every trade: demolition, framing, plumbing, electrical, drywall, cabinets, countertops, tile, flooring and paint. The order matters. Electrical rough-in has to happen before drywall, cabinets before countertops, and countertops before the backsplash.
John schedules the work so each step is ready for the next, and he keeps you updated so you know when your kitchen will be usable again.
We do not quote kitchens over the phone. Your cost depends on:
After seeing your kitchen, John will give you a written estimate, usually within one to two days. Smaller updates can often be estimated the same day.
Material lead times, especially for cabinets and countertops, play a big part in the schedule. John will give you an expected timeline with your estimate.
Your materials are covered by a down payment of 30%. On kitchen remodels that run several weeks, labor is typically paid weekly on a schedule we agree on before work starts.
Our labor is covered by a one-year warranty. Appliances, faucets and other products are covered by their manufacturers.
Losing your kitchen for a while is disruptive. Most of our customers are at home while we work, and we plan with that in mind.
Every morning, John tells you what is happening that day. When there is real progress to see, such as the cabinets going in or the countertops set, he walks you through it. If there is something you need to decide, you will hear about it early, not on the day it is needed.
We remodel and update kitchens in Silver Spring, Colesville, Olney, Laurel, Beltsville, Greenbelt, Potomac, Gaithersburg, Germantown, Columbia, Jessup, Ellicott City, Annapolis, Frederick and nearby Maryland communities.
Yes. New flooring, a backsplash, a microwave swap or a new faucet are all jobs we take.
Often, yes. It means moving plumbing, gas or electrical lines, and John will price that before you decide.
Many walls can be removed or widened. Load-bearing walls may need an engineer, a beam and a permit.
No. Come with your ideas and what bothers you about the current kitchen. We will help you shape the plan.
Yes. We coordinate the trades your kitchen needs.
John will show you what was found and explain what it takes to fix it before the work moves on.
It depends on size, layout changes, cabinets, countertops and the condition of the room. You get a written estimate after the visit.
Whether you want a whole new kitchen or just a floor that is not cracked and peeling, call Fix’d Rite Solutions at +1 240-671-5446 or send a request. John will come out, take a look and get you a straight answer.
+1 240-671-5446Tell us what is going on in your home and John will call you back to set up a visit.
