How to Prepare Your Home (and Family) for a Kitchen Remodel

A little preparation makes a remodel feel far less disruptive. Here's what we recommend to every family before work begins.

Empty the cabinets

Clear out cabinets and drawers in the work area, and take the chance to declutter. Label boxes by zone ("coffee," "baking," "kids' lunch") so you can find things later and organize your new kitchen with intention.

Set up a temporary kitchen

For a full remodel, choose a spot like a dining room, basement or laundry room and set up:

• A microwave, toaster oven or air fryer, and a coffee maker
• A small refrigerator (or the old one, if it's moving there)
• Paper plates, a dish tub and a few go-to utensils
• A simple meal plan with easy dinners and a few takeout nights

For refacing, you'll usually keep using your kitchen, so just clear the countertops and the cabinets being worked on each day.

Plan for access and pets

Think about how the crew will come and go, where materials can be staged, and where pets will be comfortable and safe during working hours.

Protect what matters

We protect floors and nearby surfaces, but it's wise to move fragile items, artwork and electronics away from adjoining rooms.

Keep communication simple

With Kitchen Deluxe you'll work directly with Oleg, so there's always one person to ask. Keep a running list of questions and we'll go over them together.

Expect a few surprises, and a plan for them

Older homes can reveal hidden issues once walls are opened. Building a modest contingency into your budget keeps those moments stress-free.

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