Kitchen Remodel Northglenn, CO: A Local Guide for Older Homes
If you are planning a kitchen remodel in Northglenn, there is a good chance your home was built somewhere between the 1960s and the 1980s. Those houses tend to be solid, well-located and full of potential, but their kitchens were designed for a different era: closed off from the living space, short on counter room, and wired for far fewer appliances than a modern family uses.
This local guide covers what a Northglenn kitchen remodel usually involves, from opening walls and updating layouts to permits through the City of Northglenn, typical cost ranges for the area and what to expect if you live nearby in Thornton or Westminster.
Why kitchen remodels in Northglenn often start with the layout
Many Northglenn ranches, split-levels and bi-levels share a few common kitchen traits:
A separate kitchen closed off from the dining and living rooms by walls
Galley or small L-shaped layouts with limited counter space
Soffits above the upper cabinets that waste storage space
Few outlets and a single overhead light
Original or decades-old cabinets that are worn or poorly organized
New finishes alone can make these kitchens look better, but they do not fix the way the room works. That is why many homeowners in Northglenn choose to rethink the layout as part of the remodel.
Opening walls in older Northglenn homes
Removing the wall between the kitchen and the dining or living room is one of the most requested changes in homes of this age. It brings in natural light, creates room for an island or peninsula, and lets the cook stay part of the conversation.
Before any wall comes out, a few things need to be checked:
Is it load-bearing? If so, it needs a properly sized beam and structural review, and the work requires a permit.
What is inside it? Walls often carry ductwork, plumbing vents, gas lines or wiring that must be rerouted.
What about the floors? Flooring under a removed wall rarely matches, so plan for new flooring across the opened space.
Older homes can also hold surprises behind the drywall, such as outdated wiring or materials that require special handling. An experienced contractor plans for these possibilities and explains them up front.
Updating the layout of a Northglenn kitchen
Once the walls are settled, the layout can be rebuilt around how you cook and live. Common updates in Northglenn kitchens include:
Converting a galley into an L-shape with an island
Removing soffits and running cabinets to the ceiling for more storage
Adding a pantry cabinet or pull-out storage
Upgrading electrical circuits and adding outlets for modern appliances
Adding recessed lighting, under-cabinet lights and pendants
Moving the sink or range changes the plumbing, gas and venting, which raises the cost. Keeping those in place while improving everything around them is often a good balance. Our in-house design team works through these tradeoffs with you, and qualified first-time clients get complimentary 3D renderings so you can see the new layout before construction. Visit our design page to learn more.
How much does a kitchen remodel in Northglenn cost?
Most Denver-area kitchen projects, including Northglenn, fall between about $25,000 for a refresh and $65,000 or more for a full renovation. That is a typical range for the area, not a quote. Where a Northglenn kitchen remodel lands depends on:
The size of the kitchen and the amount of cabinetry
Whether walls are opened, and whether they are load-bearing
Whether plumbing or gas lines move
Electrical upgrades, which older homes often need
Cabinet, countertop, tile and appliance selections
Mile High Remodel offers three kitchen packages: Cabinet Upgrades, a Partial Kitchen Remodel and a Full Kitchen Remodel. For more on cost drivers, see our kitchen remodel cost guide. Every project gets a detailed written estimate with no hidden fees after a free consultation.
Kitchen remodel permits through the City of Northglenn
Kitchen work that involves electrical, plumbing, gas, mechanical or structural changes generally requires a building permit and inspections. In Northglenn, those permits go through the City of Northglenn's building department. Simple cabinet and countertop swaps in the same locations may have different requirements, and rules vary by city.
Mile High Remodel pulls all required permits and handles inspections and coordination with the city. That matters most on projects that open walls, since structural changes need to be reviewed and inspected before the walls are closed.
Kitchen remodeling in Thornton and Westminster
Northglenn sits between Thornton and Westminster, and many neighborhoods in those cities share the same era of construction and the same kitchen challenges. We serve all three communities, along with Broomfield, Arvada and the rest of the Denver Metro.
The process is the same in each city: a free onsite consultation, design and planning, construction and our workmanship warranty. Permits go through each city's own building department, and we handle them in every case. If you are in Westminster, our Westminster kitchen remodel guide covers more local detail.
What to expect during your Northglenn kitchen remodel
In most cases you can live at home during a kitchen remodel. Set up a temporary kitchen elsewhere in the house, clear the kitchen before demolition and plan simple meals. We keep a clean job site, communicate clearly every day and explain any water or power shutoffs ahead of time. Clients can track progress and submit change requests through our client portal, and finished work is backed by a 2-year limited craftsmanship warranty on qualifying projects.
Planning a kitchen remodel in Northglenn?
Mile High Remodel is a locally owned, family-operated, licensed and insured design-build remodeler serving Northglenn, Thornton, Westminster and the Denver Metro. See examples of our work on our kitchen remodeling page, then schedule your free consultation or call (720) 730-7174.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kitchen remodel in Northglenn cost?
Most Denver-area kitchen projects fall between about $25,000 for a refresh and $65,000 or more for a full renovation. You get an exact estimate after a free consultation.
Can I remove the wall between my kitchen and living room?
Often, yes. If the wall is load-bearing it needs a properly sized beam, structural review and a permit, and anything inside the wall must be rerouted.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Northglenn?
Electrical, plumbing, gas, mechanical and structural work generally require permits through the City of Northglenn. We pull them and handle inspections.
Do you remodel kitchens in Thornton and Westminster too?
Yes. We serve Northglenn, Thornton, Westminster, Broomfield, Arvada, Denver and nearby communities.
Do you paint existing cabinets?
No. We do not offer cabinet painting. Our kitchen packages start with cabinet upgrades, which replace cabinets, hardware, countertops, sink and faucet.
