Quick Answer: A complete kitchen remodel scope of work in San Jose should include: demolition and disposal, cabinetry (specify brand, model, and finish), countertops (specify material, edge profile, and color), tile work (specify tile selection, grout color, and pattern), plumbing (include fixture specifications and brand), electrical (new circuits, outlet placement, lighting fixtures), appliances (if supplied by contractor, list model numbers), and flooring (type and installation). Any item not explicitly listed is a potential source of scope creep and additional cost.
Kitchen Remodel Scope of Work — What to Look For in San Jose Contracts
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- Demolition: Demo existing cabinets, countertops, flooring, backsplash, and appliances. Disposal of debris (specify who arranges the dumpster)
- Cabinetry: Brand (e.g., IKEA, KraftMaid, Wellborn), door style (shaker, flat, raised panel), finish/color, hardware (specify knob/pull style and finish)
- Countertops: Material (quartz, granite, quartzite), specific slab name/series, edge profile (waterfall, beveled, ogee), sink cutout type
- Backsplash tile: Tile type, size, manufacturer and product name, grout color, pattern (running bond, herringbone, vertical stack)
- Plumbing: Sink (specify make and model), faucet (specify make and model), garbage disposal (if applicable), dishwasher connection
- Electrical: Number and location of outlets (GFCI), under-cabinet lighting (specify LED strip or puck), overhead lighting (recessed count and size), range hood (specify CFM and duct routing)
- Appliances: If contractor-supplied, list every appliance by make, model, and finish. If owner-supplied, list what contractor will receive and install
- Flooring: Material, brand, color, and whether kitchen floor extends to adjacent rooms or terminates at kitchen perimeter
- Paint: Color specified or “to be selected”; number of coats; include ceiling, walls, and trim
- Final cleaning and punch list: Who performs and when
What “Allowances” Mean in Kitchen Contracts
An allowance is a budget line item where the contractor estimates a dollar amount for an item you haven’t selected yet — commonly used for tiles, fixtures, and appliances. Example: “Tile allowance: $8/sq ft.” If you select a tile that costs $15/sq ft, you pay the $7/sq ft overage. Contracts with many allowances give you less cost certainty. The best contracts specify actual selections — not allowances — for all major items before signing. If an allowance is used, make sure it’s realistic for what you actually want.
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