Straight answers

Kitchen Renovation Questions, Answered

What Shire homeowners ask before renovating a kitchen.

Licence and insurance details are provided on your discovery call, or whenever you ask. Request them →

Cost

See the cost page.

Timing

See the process.

Design

See kitchen design and butler's pantries.

Materials

See cabinetry and benchtops.

Outdoors

See outdoor kitchens.

Approvals

Houses: generally none for internal work without structural change. Units: owners corporation approval. Walls: engineering for load-bearing walls.

Who does the work

Coastal Renovation Group, a licensed NSW builder. Licence and insurance details are provided on your discovery call, or whenever you ask.

Call 02 4306 7538 or send your kitchen details through.

FAQs

Questions people ask before they commit

How much does a kitchen renovation cost?

As a 2026 guide: $20,000–$35,000 for a replacement in the same layout, $35,000–$55,000 for mid-range custom, and $55,000–$90,000 or more for designer kitchens with islands and butler's pantries.

How long without a kitchen?

Usually two to four weeks on site.

Can I get engineered stone?

No — it was banned nationally from 1 July 2024. Alternatives include natural stone, porcelain, solid surface, laminate and timber.

Do I need approval?

Internal kitchen renovations in houses are generally exempt unless structure changes. Units generally need owners corporation approval.

What is a butler's pantry?

A second working pantry beside the main kitchen for appliances, storage and washing up, keeping the main kitchen clear.

What deposit is allowed?

The maximum deposit under NSW home building law is 10 percent.

Who does the work?

Kitchen renovation work is carried out in partnership with Coastal Renovation Group, a licensed NSW builder. Licence and insurance details are provided on request.

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