There is no single honest price for a “new kitchen” in Orlando because the total depends on cabinet quantity, door style, cabinet construction, layout changes, countertops, demolition, plumbing, electrical work, appliances, and installation conditions. A small cabinet replacement can be a few thousand dollars; a larger custom kitchen can move well into five figures before appliances or major construction are added.
The most useful way to budget is to separate the project into parts. Below are recent ZEUS estimate examples and the factors that usually move the number up or down. These are examples from our own estimating work, not fixed package prices or a guarantee for every kitchen.
Recent ZEUS cabinet estimate examples
Recent cabinet estimates prepared by ZEUS have included small kitchen cabinet packages around $3,500, mid-size in-stock Shaker-style cabinet packages around $5,900–$6,500, and larger custom or painted-MDF cabinetry packages around $9,800–$12,100. In those examples, delivery, assembly, and installation were typically included in the cabinet scope, while stone countertops were quoted separately.
The important point is not the exact number — it is the spread. Two kitchens that look similar in a photo can price very differently if one uses stock cabinet sizes and the other needs custom widths, tall panels, built-in appliance surrounds, stacked uppers, specialty storage, or extensive finished ends.
What usually makes cabinet pricing increase?
- More cabinet boxes, especially tall pantry cabinets and drawer bases
- Custom dimensions instead of standard in-stock sizes
- Painted MDF or fully custom fronts instead of a standard stocked collection
- Stacked upper cabinets, crown details, finished panels, and appliance surrounds
- Pull-out trash systems, organizers, file drawers, specialty corners, and other accessories
- More difficult installation conditions, out-of-square walls, or extensive fillers and scribing
Door style alone is not always the biggest price driver. Layout complexity and the number of boxes often matter just as much. If you are deciding between profiles, see our Shaker vs Slim Shaker guide.
Countertops are a separate major part of the budget
Countertop pricing depends on total square footage, slab selection, number of slabs, edge details, backsplash, sink and cooktop cutouts, seams, outlet cutouts, and installation conditions. Quartz, granite, porcelain, and marble also price differently by color and slab.
One recent larger ZEUS stone scope of roughly 130 square feet was around $8,000, including two slabs and multiple fabrication details. That is not a standard per-kitchen price; it is simply a useful example of why a large countertop project can materially change the total budget. A smaller kitchen or less complex slab selection can be much lower.
Compare surface options in our quartz vs granite vs porcelain vs marble guide.
What may not be included in a cabinet quote?
Before comparing two proposals, check what each one actually includes. A lower cabinet number can become more expensive later if key work is excluded. Depending on the project, separate costs can include:
- Existing cabinet demolition and debris removal
- Countertops and backsplash
- Sink, faucet, disposal, and plumbing changes
- Electrical work, outlets, or lighting changes
- Appliances
- Drywall, paint, flooring, or wall repair
- Permits when the scope requires them
ZEUS proposals identify the project scope so the client can see what is included instead of relying on one vague total.
In-stock vs custom cabinetry
For many Orlando kitchens, an in-stock collection is the most efficient way to control both price and schedule. Standard colors and finishes are available through our central warehouse, while custom cabinetry is used when the room, design, or dimensions need an individual solution. See our Kitchen Cabinets in Orlando page for the two approaches.
How to get a useful estimate
You do not need construction drawings to start. Approximate wall dimensions, a few photos, appliance locations, and a description of what you want are usually enough for an initial conversation. Our kitchen measuring guide shows what information is most useful.
After the cabinet layout is confirmed, final measurements and countertop requirements can be verified before ordering or fabrication. If timing matters, see how long cabinet installation takes.
A practical Orlando budget starting point
For budgeting purposes, think in layers rather than one universal number: cabinets first, countertops second, then demolition and trade work if needed. Recent ZEUS cabinet examples have ranged from the mid-$3,000s for smaller packages to roughly $10,000–$12,000 for larger custom cabinetry scopes, before separate countertop or remodeling work.
The fastest way to narrow that range is to price the actual cabinet layout. Request a free consultation and send photos or approximate measurements. ZEUS serves Orlando and surrounding Central Florida communities including Windermere, Winter Garden, Horizon West, Clermont, Dr. Phillips, and nearby areas.