Full gut-and-rebuild or targeted cabinet and countertop refresh. Florida code compliant, fully permitted, and priced in writing before we start. One contractor handles everything.
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Same kitchen. Real project. Southwest Florida.
Our Kitchen Work
How it works
No chasing multiple contractors. One licensed GC manages your kitchen from quote to punch list — materials, permits, labor, and cleanup.
Fill out the form or call us. We ask the right questions — layout changes, cabinet style, countertop material, appliances, timeline.
Walk-through or video call. Written quote within 48 hours. We identify slab cuts, CBS anchoring, and permit requirements before you sign.
We show up on schedule. Dariceli manages the job personally — cabinets, countertops, tile, plumbing, electrical coordination, all of it.
Final walkthrough together. Certificate of completion in hand. No payment released until you're satisfied with every detail.
What we do in Lee County
From a cabinet refresh to a complete gut-and-rebuild with a new island layout. Materials, labor, permits when needed, cleanup — one contractor from start to finish.
Semi-custom and custom cabinetry installed correctly in CBS construction. We use masonry anchors rated for the load — not toggle bolts. Soft-close hardware, crown molding, and under-cabinet lighting all included in scope.
Quartz, granite, marble, and butcher block. We template, fabricate, and install with proper corbel support on overhangs. Backsplash tile coordinated to match — one scope, one contractor, one timeline.
Demo to studs, new layout, island builds, wall removals, plumbing relocations, electrical updates, flooring, and everything in between. We pull the permits, manage the inspections, and coordinate every trade under one contract.
Honest pricing
These ranges reflect real projects in Southwest Florida. The biggest variable is always cabinetry — stock vs. semi-custom vs. custom. We'll tell you exactly where your project lands, in writing, before you commit.
New countertops, hardware, backsplash tile, and minor fixtures. Cabinet boxes stay; doors and drawer fronts replaced or refaced. Fast turnaround, big visual impact.
Full demo, new semi-custom cabinetry, quartz or granite countertops, tile backsplash, updated plumbing and electrical. The most common project — and where we do our best work.
Custom cabinetry, natural stone countertops, layout changes with island, wall removals, high-end appliance packages, and designer-level finishes.
Lee County · What homeowners need to know
Lee County has strict building enforcement following the state's hurricane-driven code updates. Kitchen remodels often touch plumbing, electrical, and structural — all require licensed contractors and permits.
Most Lee County homes built after the 1970s are concrete block construction. Cabinets require masonry anchors rated for shear load — not toggle bolts. Improperly anchored upper cabinets fail under the weight of dishes. We document anchor type, spacing, and load rating in every written scope.
Moving a sink or adding an island with plumbing means cutting the concrete slab. This is almost never in a low-ball estimate from contractors who haven't reviewed your layout. Slab cuts run $900–$3,500 depending on scope. We identify this requirement at the site visit — before you sign anything.
Lee County Department of Community Development requires permits for any plumbing change, electrical panel work, or structural modification — all common in kitchen remodels. Permit fees run $350–$900. Without a permit, your homeowner's insurance may not cover a loss, and the work shows up as unpermitted on your title when you sell.
Modern kitchen codes require GFCI-protected circuits, dedicated circuits for appliances, and updated panel capacity for induction cooktops or double ovens. We coordinate licensed electricians under the GC permit — you don't manage separate contractors or separate permits.
Dariceli manages every kitchen project personally — not a call center, not a subcontractor who doesn't know your scope. One phone number, one contract, one person who knows your job from first call to final walkthrough. Now active across Lee County — Fort Myers to Bonita Springs.
As a licensed GC and developer, we purchase cabinetry, countertop slabs, tile, and fixtures at contractor and developer rates. That cost difference goes back into your project. Your $25K goes further with us than with most kitchen contractors in Lee County.
We bring the same permit and CBS-construction expertise we built in South Florida to Lee County. Here is what shapes every kitchen project in this county.
Kitchen permits in Lee County touch multiple trades — the building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing departments can all be involved in a single remodel. The difference between pulling one combined permit and three separate permits isn't just paperwork — it's inspection scheduling, sequencing, and weeks of potential delay if any one permit is submitted incorrectly.
We built our permit process in South Florida and are applying the same discipline in Lee County. We know how Cape Coral's canal-lot review works, what Fort Myers' plan reviewers expect on documentation, and how to sequence trades so rental-property owners in Bonita Springs and Fort Myers Beach aren't losing income during the remodel.
Lee County-specific guidance on kitchen costs, permits, and materials — from the contractor who pulls the permits here.
From Fort Myers to Bonita Springs — Lee County is our Southwest Florida market, backed by 10+ years of licensed GC experience in Florida.
Verified reviews from kitchen projects across Southwest Florida.
"D&Co gave me the only estimate that actually itemized the slab cut and the CBS anchoring for our canal-front kitchen. Every other Cape Coral contractor just gave me a round number. The final cost matched the estimate to within $500."
"The permit was pulled through Lee County, the inspections were scheduled, and we never had to call the county once. The kitchen came out exactly as planned — on time and on budget. That alone puts them above everyone else we've used."
"They told us upfront that the island would require a slab cut for the new drain. Every other contractor glossed over it. Dariceli walked us through the whole process — no surprises, no extra invoices at the end."
Common questions
Especially about pricing, permits, CBS construction, and what separates a licensed GC from a handyman with a truck.
Kitchen remodel cost in Lee County ranges from $8,000 for a targeted cabinet and countertop refresh to $80,000+ for a full custom gut-and-rebuild with layout changes and premium finishes. The biggest variable is always cabinetry — stock costs 40–60% less than custom. D&Co provides a written quote within 48 hours with no obligation.
Yes — if your remodel involves any plumbing changes (moving a sink, adding a dishwasher drain), electrical work (new circuits, panel updates), or structural changes (wall removal, load-bearing work), permits are required through Lee County Department of Community Development or your city's building department (Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, Estero). Cosmetic work — new cabinet doors, countertop swap, backsplash tile — typically doesn't require a permit. As a licensed GC, we determine what needs a permit, pull it, and manage every inspection. You don't touch the county.
A cabinet and countertop refresh takes 1–2 weeks. A full kitchen gut-and-rebuild typically takes 4–8 weeks depending on scope, permit timeline, and cabinet lead time (semi-custom cabinets run 3–5 weeks; custom can run 8–12 weeks). We provide a project schedule before work starts so you know exactly what to expect — including when your kitchen will be out of service.
CBS (concrete block structure) is the standard construction method for post-1960 homes across Southwest Florida, including nearly all of Cape Coral. Unlike wood-frame construction in northern states, CBS walls require masonry anchors rated for shear load to support upper kitchen cabinets. Standard toggle bolts — used by many contractors — pull out of CBS walls under the weight of dishes within 18 months. We specify and install the correct anchors on every project and document them in your written scope.
Yes — but moving plumbing in a slab-on-grade home (which most Lee County homes are) requires cutting the concrete slab. Slab cuts run $900–$3,500 depending on scope. This cost is almost never included in low estimates from contractors who haven't reviewed your floor plan. We identify slab cutting requirements at the site visit and include the full scope in your written quote before you sign.
Yes. D&Co is operated by Dariceli Kunhardt, Florida Certified General Contractor CGC1531095, with 10+ years in construction, design, and project management. We carry full general liability insurance and workers' compensation on every project. You can verify our license at the Florida DBPR website.
Stock cabinets are pre-built in standard sizes — lowest cost, fastest lead time, fewest options. Semi-custom are built to order in a wider range of sizes and finishes — the sweet spot for most Lee County kitchen remodels. Custom cabinets are built exactly to your specifications — highest cost, longest lead time (8–12 weeks), maximum design flexibility. We help you choose based on your layout, timeline, and budget — and source at contractor pricing regardless of which tier you choose.
We coordinate appliance installation as part of the overall kitchen remodel scope. We handle the plumbing hookups for dishwashers and refrigerator ice lines, the electrical circuits for ranges and double ovens, and the ventilation for range hoods. We don't supply appliances — you purchase them from your preferred retailer and we handle the installation and connections under our GC permit.
Ready to start?
Takes about 3 minutes. Tell us about your kitchen and we'll reach out within 1 business day with an honest scope and price.
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