Kitchen remodeling in Houston – General permit information

Before you start a new home improvement or construction project, you should consult your civic association on possible deed restrictions. It might be impossible to buy a building permit without signing a deed restriction affidavit. The affidavit must be sworn.

If you unknowingly or knowingly sign a deed restriction affidavit under some false pretenses, you’ll be subject to municipal court fines and citations. For general information on obtaining a permit, visit this site.

Click here to find out where you can purchase a permit. Learn more about scheduling an inspection here.

The following are the situations that warrant a building permit in Houston:

Building repair work

Remodeling (excluding wallpapering and painting)

Construction work on existing or new buildings

Check this fees schedule to learn more about the amount you’ll part with in order to obtain a permit.

Cost of remodeling a kitchen in Houston

The average kitchen remodeling cost in Houston is roughly $20,078. On the lower side, the project can cost around $5,890. On the higher side, the cost can go in the upwards of $48,796.

Most users report to have spent in the range of $11,269 and $28,717 to remodel their kitchens.

Signs that your Kitchen is Overdue for a Remodel

Sign #1: You can’t make coffee and toast simultaneously

Unfortunately, most older kitchens are not up to National Electrical Code standards. A sure fire indication that your kitchen is in this category is the lack of ground-fault-circuit-interrupter breakers. These breakers are handy at shutting off electric power circuits brought about by the countless sources of water in the kitchen.

In the end, breakers help prevent electrocution. If your kitchen is in this category, it’s time to have a professional thoroughly check and change it for the better.

Sign #2: Your counter and storage space do not suit your needs

Have your personal and lifestyle needs changed from the time your kitchen was originally designed? If yes, then that can act as a motivation for kitchen remodel. For example, if sous vide cooking is your new obsession, you’ll definitely require plenty of counter space in order to set up your equipment.

If you want to change your space into one that is clutter-free, then it’s high time you remove the cupboard space that’s crowding your walls.

Sign #3: Appliances that once cost a fortune are now affordable

Nowadays, it is possible to get premium finishings as well as stainless-steel appliances for less money. Many homeowners are now realizing that investing $10,000 – $20,000 in kitchen renovation pays off hugely when it comes to enjoyment and quality of life.

That is not only for families that regularly take meals together at home, but also for those that are serious about experimenting with appliances and testing out food hacks.