Instead of hunting for a single price number, build a budget framework:
- Cabinets and installation: often the largest share
- Countertops and backsplash
- Appliances
- Labor: demo, framing, electrical, plumbing, drywall, paint
- Flooring
- Permits and engineering (if needed)
- Contingency: set aside a buffer for surprises
San Diego reality: Older homes can hide surprises (especially with previous remodels). A contingency is not pessimism; it is smart planning.
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