Kitchen Remodeling in Kirkland
New kitchens for Kirkland houses, townhomes and condos, from the first measurement to the final inspection, with one licensed crew.
- Your building, plumbing and electrical permits come from one place, the City of Kirkland, and we apply for all of them.
- Lakefront and hillside lots are checked before we promise anything is permit exempt.
- You see an itemized price in writing before demolition day.
By appointment. Limited start dates.
- Over 200 projects
- 4.9 on Google
- 20+ years of experience
- WA license VOLCABI792C6
What Kirkland code means for your kitchen
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The Kirkland rule
Any wall change needs a permit
Kirkland treats new cabinets, countertops, tile and paint as finish work that needs no building permit. Adding, removing or relocating a wall does, whether it carries load or not, and so does taking out or hanging drywall. Most kitchen openings start with one of those.
What we doAt design we tell you whether your plan stays finish only or needs a building permit, so the schedule is honest from day one.
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The Kirkland rule
Same spot is exempt, a new spot is not
A dishwasher, oven or sink replaced in the same location is exempt in Kirkland, as long as no gas line, plumbing line or electrical circuit is changed. Relocating a sink, extending a circuit or running gas to a new range each needs its own permit.
What we doYour plan marks every fixture that moves, and we file the plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits those moves require.
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The Kirkland rule
Shoreline and slope lots lose the exemptions
The city says its permit exemptions do not apply in flood hazard, wetland, steep slope, shoreline or other critical areas. On those lots even work that would be exempt elsewhere in town can need a permit.
What we doWe run the city parcel report for your address before calling any part of the job exempt.
More than a third of Kirkland homes (37.3 percent) were built in the 1960s and 1970s, and the median year built is 1984 (US Census Bureau, ACS 2020 to 2024). Opening one of those kitchens to the living space means moving a wall, and in Kirkland any wall that moves needs a permit, load bearing or not.
Kirkland kitchen work we take on
Design, trades and paperwork stay with one team from the first visit to the last inspection.
Opening up the plan
Walls removed or moved, a closed galley turned into an island kitchen, a peninsula added where seating was missing.
Surfaces and storage
Cabinet lines from semi custom to fully custom, quartz and natural stone tops, backsplash tile, floors and lighting, previewed in 3D.
Utilities and inspections
Sinks and appliances moved, gas brought to a new range, extra circuits for induction, with every Kirkland inspection booked by us.
Everything a remodel with us can include is on the main kitchen remodeling page. For bathrooms, basements, additions or ADUs, see home remodeling in Kirkland.
Kitchens we have built around Kirkland
These are finished kitchens from cities near Kirkland, each named for where it was built.
Reviews from our remodeling clients
Overall, we had a great time with Volcano Builders. There were a few small delays, but they were clear in their communication and kept things moving. The last kitchen remodel turned out great, and the quality seems like it will last for a long time.
I had a great time with Volcano Builders.The team was professional and on time, and the kitchen turned out just how we wanted it.
Gad an amazing experience with Volcano Builders on my kitchen project. Bar my project manager was friendly. He make sure to keep me updated during the whole project. Also is team is very nice.
I recently hired Bar from Volcano Builders to remodel my bathroom. Overall, the experience was satisfactory. Bar was professional and communicated well throughout the project. The work was completed on time and within budget. The quality of the remodel met my expectations, though there were a few minor details that could have been improved. I would recommend Bar for anyone looking for a reliable contractor for bathroom renovations.
Bar's team completely transformed my outdated Seattle bathroom with their exceptional work. Their communication was excellent, keeping me informed every step of the way. The quality of their workmanship exceeded my expectations, turning my old bathroom into what I wanted. I highly recommend Bar and his team for any remodeling project; they're professional, efficient, and produce outstanding results.
We were nervous about hiring a contractor because we were first-time homeowners, but Volcano Builders made it easy to understand. They made everything clear and helped us stick to our budget. I'm very happy with how everything turned out.
Read more of our Google reviews, word for word, with video reviews from finished homes.
Your Kirkland kitchen, step by step
Three steps, one team, and a written price before anyone picks up a tool.
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Consultation
A designer visits, takes measurements and asks what bothers you about the room today, how you cook and what you want to spend.
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Design, price and permit
You approve a 3D layout and a written, itemized price, then we submit the permits to Kirkland Development Services on MyBuildingPermit.com.
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Build and hand over
Your project manager keeps the trades in order, meets the city inspectors on site and checks every drawer and outlet with you at the end.
Our workmanship warranty
- 2 years standard. Our installation and labor are covered for 2 years from substantial completion.
- Up to 5 years. You can extend the workmanship coverage up to 5 years for an added charge, set in your contract.
- Not transferable. Coverage stays with the homeowner who signed the contract and does not pass to a new owner.
- Materials. Materials, finish materials included, carry the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty, and we help you file a claim.
Remodeling Warranty for the Greater Seattle Area
Related: Kitchen Remodeling Portfolio Across the Greater Seattle Area, Kitchen Remodeling Across the Greater Seattle Area, Home Remodeling Contractors in Kirkland, WA.
Kirkland kitchen remodel FAQ
Who issues kitchen remodel permits in Kirkland?
The City of Kirkland issues all of them: building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical, including gas piping. Applications go through MyBuildingPermit.com, and city inspectors do the inspections. Electrical work in Kirkland is not permitted through Washington L&I, and plumbing is not handled by Public Health Seattle and King County. More in Kitchen Remodeling Across the Greater Seattle Area
How long will my Kirkland kitchen remodel take?
A kitchen and laundry room we rebuilt as one project in Burien took about 10 weeks of construction, April 11 to June 22, 2022. Your own schedule depends mostly on what your layout changes. In Kirkland, new cabinets and countertops and like in kind appliance swaps in the same spot need no permit, while moving or removing a wall, altering a circuit or changing gas piping does, and those exemptions do not apply on shoreline, steep slope or other critical area lots. Design and any city permit review come before construction. More in How Long Does a Remodel Take in Seattle and Bellevue?
Can I redo the kitchen in my Kirkland condo?
In most cases, yes. More than a third of Kirkland homes are in buildings with five or more units. State condominium law lets an owner alter a unit when the work does not affect the structure or the building's mechanical or electrical systems, subject to the declaration (RCW 64.34.240, RCW 64.90.255). We check your association's rules before design.
How do I get a price for my kitchen?
Request a consultation using the form below. After we measure and agree on the layout and finishes, you receive a written price broken down line by line, before any work is scheduled. Background reading: How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost?
Book your Kirkland kitchen consultation
Four quick steps. Tell us about your project and we’ll reach out to discuss it and see if we’re the right fit.