Start with conditions, not a product
A sound kitchen scope coordinates cabinetry, appliance clearances, lighting, ventilation, plumbing, electrical service, and any structural openings.
Build a complete scope
- Existing conditions and likely cause
- Preparation and protection
- Materials, compatibility, and installation details
- Permits, testing, cleanup, and restoration
- Exclusions, warranty terms, and change-order process
Rockford context
Rockford's kitchens range from closed-off Victorian and bungalow-era work rooms in neighborhoods like Haight Village to postwar layouts and the open, entertaining-focused kitchens built in newer subdivisions ringing the city. Confirming which walls are load-bearing and which drain, gas, and electrical lines are original matters as much as choosing finishes.