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AfterConstruction in Delray Beach, FL
Kitchen remodeling in Delray Beach typically runs $14,000 to $45,000, and the number that matters most sits at the low end: what gets uncovered when a 1950s CBS ranch off Lake Ida opens its walls and the scope changes. That’s the renovation risk Atlantic Avenue’s new luxury buyers understand, and it’s why we put the price in writing before anyone picks up a tool. Call (470) 298-9650 to schedule a free estimate, and you’ll get a flat written number, not a range you have to trust.
Why Delray Beach Homes Are Different
The same city block can hold a 1920s Mediterranean Revival cottage under the Historic Preservation Board’s review, a 1960s concrete block ranch with original jalousie windows, and a 2022 townhouse built to current wind code. That’s Delray Beach in one sentence. Along the Swinton Avenue corridor and through Osceola Park, the mid-century CBS homes sit on slab foundations with the water table only 2 to 4 feet below grade, so any addition or ADU with a deep footer needs dewatering before concrete goes in, and any contractor who skips that step ends up with groundwater in the forms. East of the Intracoastal, salt air works on metal connectors and window frames at a rate homeowners from inland Palm Beach County don’t anticipate, so marine-grade fasteners and impact-rated glazing are the floor, not the upgrade. And in the designated historic districts, a window swap that’s otherwise routine can trigger a Certificate of Appropriateness, a 4-6 week review cycle that only exists here at this scale. None of this makes the work impossible; it makes the written scope the most important document on the job.
Our Main Delray Beach Services
Two trades dominate the calls we get from Delray Beach homeowners: fencing that has to survive a coastal climate and paver work that has to sit right on South Florida’s shifting, shallow-water-table ground. Both have their own dedicated pages below.
Fence Installation in Delray Beach
Fence work along the Intracoastal and the barrier island means aluminum and marine-grade vinyl, not wood that warps in nine months of humidity. Vinyl fence installation in Delray Beach runs $3,500 to $9,000; aluminum runs $4,000 to $10,000, and the price difference is hardware, posts set below the shrink-swell line, and brackets rated for salt exposure. We write the full scope before the first post hole goes in. Details are on the Fence Installation in Delray Beach page.
Driveway & Pavers in Delray Beach
Paver driveways and patios fail in Delray Beach when the base isn’t compacted and the sand layer washes out toward the 2-4 foot water table. Paver driveway installation runs $7,000 to $18,000; paver patios $3,500 to $11,000. We quote the base depth, the geotextile, and the edge restraint in writing, because that’s where the long-term number lives. The full breakdown is on the Driveway & Pavers in Delray Beach page.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
BeforeAfterKitchen Remodeling in Delray Beach
A full Kitchen Remodeling project in Delray Beach runs $14,000 to $45,000, and the variance usually comes down to what the walls reveal: a 1950s CBS ranch near Lake Ida often needs an electrical panel upgrade and impact glazing once the building department reviews the permit. A small kitchen remodel runs $9,000 to $20,000. The numbers are written before we start, and they stay written unless you sign a change order.
Cabinets & Countertops
Signs you need it
Cabinet boxes swelling at the toe kick or countertop seams separating in the humidity are the first signs a Delray Beach kitchen is absorbing too much moisture and the millwork is no longer stable.
What it costs in Delray Beach
Cabinet installation runs $4,000 to $13,000; countertop installation runs $2,000 to $6,500, with the upper end reflecting Cambria and Caesarstone surfaces quoted at current Delray Beach supply pricing.
How we do it
We measure every run and corner, write the line-item price, then level the base cabinets, set uppers in plane, and template the counters from the installed boxes so the number on the quote matches what’s actually built.
Backsplash, Tile & Flooring
Signs you need it
Grout lines darkening along the backsplash or tile lippage you can feel underfoot means the substrate or the thinset was wrong, not just old.
What it costs in Delray Beach
Backsplash installation runs $800 to $2,500 in Delray Beach, and the coastal humidity means we always spec a polymer-modified thinset, which is part of the written figure.
How we do it
We pull the old material, check the substrate for moisture and flatness, correct it, then set tile with a leveling system and seal the grout so the South Florida air doesn’t redo the job in a season.
What Kitchen Remodeling Costs in Delray Beach
| Item | Typical range in Delray Beach |
|---|---|
| Full kitchen remodel | $14,000 - $45,000 |
| Small kitchen remodel | $9,000 - $20,000 |
| Cabinet installation | $4,000 - $13,000 |
| Countertop installation | $2,000 - $6,500 |
| Backsplash installation | $800 - $2,500 |
| Kitchen island installation | $3,000 - $10,000 |
How long does a kitchen remodel take in Delray Beach?
Plan 6 to 10 weeks for a full kitchen remodel once permits clear, which can stretch longer in historic districts. The written scope includes the schedule, so you’re not waiting on an estimate.
Will the price change once work starts?
Only if you approve a change order in writing. That’s Clause 1 of the Haven Standard, and it’s why 4,000-plus projects finished within a few percent of the agreed number.
Bathroom Remodeling in Delray Beach
A Bathroom Remodeling job in Delray Beach runs $9,000 to $28,000, and in the 1950s CBS ranches around Osceola Park that number almost always includes waterproofing corrections behind the existing tile. Small bathrooms run $5,000 to $12,000. What matters in both cases is that the shower pan membrane and the moisture barrier are correct, because groundwater and humidity are constant this close to the coast.
Full Bathroom Remodeling
Signs you need it
Damp drywall under a window, a toilet that rocks, or grout that stays dark after cleaning means water is moving behind the tile and the waterproofing layer has failed.
What it costs in Delray Beach
Full bathroom remodels run $9,000 to $28,000 in Delray Beach; the spread depends on the waterproofing correction, fixture brands like Kohler or Toto, and whether framing has to be rebuilt.
How we do it
We strip to the studs, inspect the subfloor and plumbing, install a continuous waterproof membrane on the wet walls, then set tile and fixtures with the written scope as the control document.
Tub-to-Shower Conversion
Signs you need it
A cast iron tub with a rusting drain or a low curb that no longer contains water signals it’s time to convert to a shower with a properly sloped pan.
What it costs in Delray Beach
Tub-to-shower conversion runs $3,500 to $10,000 in Delray Beach, including the new drain location, pan, and waterproofing that coastal code reviews now require.
How we do it
We remove the tub, relocate the drain, install a sloped shower pan and membrane, then set the wall tile and glass, with a photo record of every layer before it’s covered.
What Bathroom Remodeling Costs in Delray Beach
| Item | Typical range in Delray Beach |
|---|---|
| Full bathroom remodel | $9,000 - $28,000 |
| Small bathroom remodel | $5,000 - $12,000 |
| Walk-in shower installation | $4,500 - $12,000 |
| Tub-to-shower conversion | $3,500 - $10,000 |
| Shower replacement | $3,000 - $8,500 |
| Bathroom vanity installation | $800 - $3,000 |
Does a bathroom remodel in Delray Beach need a permit?
Yes, if you’re moving plumbing or replacing the pan. The written scope includes the permit filing and any required inspections, and we don’t start work until the permit is active.
How long does a bathroom remodel take?
Most full bathroom remodels in Delray Beach run 3 to 5 weeks. The schedule is documented in the written scope, and a change order is the only thing that extends it.
Roofing in Delray Beach
Roofing in Delray Beach is a wind-code problem before it’s a water problem. On a 1960s CBS ranch near Lake Ida, the existing sheathing often needs re-nailing to current Florida Building Code spacing before the new underlayment goes down, and the salt air east of the Intracoastal means fasteners have to be corrosion-rated. Roof replacement runs $8,000 to $20,000; roof repair runs $400 to $1,800. The written quote calls out the shingle layer count, the sheathing condition, and the underlayment type before the first nail goes in.
Roof Replacement & Installation
Signs you need it
Granule loss in the gutters, shingles lifting at the edges after a storm, or daylight visible through the attic boards are structural signs a Delray Beach roof has met its useful life.
What it costs in Delray Beach
Roof replacement runs $8,000 to $20,000 in Delray Beach, with the number tied to the decking condition, the shingle weight, and whether the permit requires the full wind-mitigation retrofit.
How we do it
We strip the roof to decking, verify the sheathing spacing against current code, replace damaged boards, install the underlayment and shingles, then photograph every layer and leave you the record.
Tile Roof Repair
Signs you need it
Cracked or slipped tiles after a storm, especially on Mediterranean Revival homes, allow water to sit against the underlayment and should be addressed before the next rain.
What it costs in Delray Beach
Tile roof repair runs $600 to $2,500 in Delray Beach; the range accounts for matching older barrel tile profiles and the underlayment patch that coastal code requires.
How we do it
We document the cracked tiles, match the profile from local supply, replace the damaged run and its underlayment patch, then photograph the finished repair before we leave.
What Roofing Costs in Delray Beach
| Item | Typical range in Delray Beach |
|---|---|
| Roof replacement | $8,000 - $20,000 |
| Roof repair | $400 - $1,800 |
| Metal roof installation | $15,000 - $40,000 |
| Tile roof repair | $600 - $2,500 |
Do I need a permit for a roof replacement in Delray Beach?
Yes, and the wind-mitigation requirements are applied by the building department at permit time. The permit and the completed wind-mitigation form are both documented deliverables.
How long does a roof replacement take in Delray Beach?
Most replacements finish in 2 to 5 working days, depending on the decking repairs. Weather gaps are the main variable, and they’re noted in the written schedule.
Windows & Doors in Delray Beach
Windows & Doors work in Delray Beach means answering one question first: are we in a designated historic district, and does the swapping out of a contributing structure’s windows require a Certificate of Appropriateness? That review runs 4 to 6 weeks and applies even to code-required impact glass, which catches contractors who don’t work inside the district boundaries. Window replacement runs $4,500 to $15,000; impact window installation runs $8,000 to $25,000. The quote is written before that answer is even needed, and the permit timeline is disclosed in it.
Impact Windows & Doors
Signs you need it
If your current glazing is single-pane and the labels have peeled, the unit no longer meets Delray Beach’s wind-load requirements, and the next storm is not the time to find out.
What it costs in Delray Beach
Impact window installation runs $8,000 to $25,000 in Delray Beach, with the range reflecting the number of openings, the size of the glass, and the historic-district review time if applicable.
How we do it
We measure every opening, specify the correct design pressure rating for the exposure, then remove the old unit, set the new impact-rated window, seal the rough opening, and document the installation with photos.
Door Installation
Signs you need it
A front door that sticks in summer, gaps showing daylight at the jamb, or rusted hardware on the barrier island means the unit is no longer sealing or hanging true.
What it costs in Delray Beach
Door installation falls within the window and door work ranges we quote, and the written price includes the impact-rated unit, marine-grade hinges, and the sill pan correction.
How we do it
We pull the old door, check the rough opening for rot or termite damage, correct the framing if needed, set the new door plumb and square, then flash and seal it to shed water.
What Windows & Doors Costs in Delray Beach
| Item | Typical range in Delray Beach |
|---|---|
| Impact window installation | $8,000 - $25,000 |
| Window replacement | $4,500 - $15,000 |
| Door installation | $2,000 - $8,000 |
Do I need a Certificate of Appropriateness for windows in Delray Beach?
Only in the designated historic districts, and only if the structure is a contributing one. We check the address against the city’s list before the quote is written, and the 4-6 week review is documented in the schedule.
Window replacement or impact shutters: which costs less?
Shutters are cheaper upfront, but impact windows are permanent and don’t require setup before a storm. We’ll price both in writing so you can compare real numbers.
Home Additions & ADU in Delray Beach
A Home Additions & ADU project in Delray Beach runs $45,000 to $130,000 for a standard addition and $90,000 to $220,000 for an ADU, and the water table is the first number we check. With groundwater at 2 to 4 feet below grade across much of the city, any new detached structure with a footer deeper than a slab has to plan for dewatering during the pour. On a mid-century CBS lot, that same addition often triggers the code-compliance review that expands the scope to the existing structure’s electrical and glazing, so the written quote calls out both the addition and what the permit will require of the rest of the house.
Garage Conversion ADU
Signs you need it
A garage that’s become dead storage and a floor plan that can’t absorb a parent, adult child, or rental without a shared bathroom wall is the signal to convert.
What it costs in Delray Beach
Garage conversion ADUs run $30,000 to $80,000 in Delray Beach, and the figure includes the separate electrical panel and water-heater line that current code requires for an ADU.
How we do it
We survey the slab and roof structure, file the conversion plans, then frame the new bath and kitchen, run new service, insulate and drywall, and finish with the same documented record as every Rowan project.
New Detached ADU
Signs you need it
When the lot dimensions can hold a separate structure and the existing house can’t, a detached ADU is the version that adds value without altering the original roofline.
What it costs in Delray Beach
New detached ADUs run $90,000 to $220,000 in Delray Beach, with the water-table dewatering and the impact-glazing requirements already accounted for in the written number.
How we do it
We handle the site survey, the foundation design that responds to the shallow water table, the utility connections, and the full build, with every permit and inspection documented in writing.
What Home Additions & ADU Costs in Delray Beach
| Item | Typical range in Delray Beach |
|---|---|
| Home addition | $45,000 - $130,000 |
| ADU construction | $90,000 - $220,000 |
| Garage conversion | $30,000 - $80,000 |
Will an ADU in Delray Beach require a soil report?
Yes, any new footer-bearing structure will, because the water table is shallow and the soil varies between the barrier island and the inland CBS ranch neighborhoods. We file the geotechnical survey with the permit.
How long does a garage conversion take in Delray Beach?
Plan 10 to 16 weeks, longer if the permit review triggers a code-compliance check on the main house. The schedule is in the written scope, not a paragraph in an email.
Brands We Service in Delray Beach
We install and service KraftMaid and Wellborn cabinets, Cambria and Caesarstone countertops, GAF and Owens Corning roofing, and Kohler and Toto fixtures. Local supply availability in Palm Beach County keeps most standard components stocked within days. See our brands for the full vetted list.
Pricing for Construction in Delray Beach, FL
| Service | Typical range in Delray Beach |
|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $14,000 - $45,000 |
| Small kitchen remodel | $9,000 - $20,000 |
| Cabinet installation | $4,000 - $13,000 |
| Countertop installation | $2,000 - $6,500 |
| Bathroom remodel | $9,000 - $28,000 |
| Walk-in shower installation | $4,500 - $12,000 |
| Roof replacement | $8,000 - $20,000 |
| Window replacement | $4,500 - $15,000 |
| Impact window installation | $8,000 - $25,000 |
| Home addition | $45,000 - $130,000 |
| ADU construction | $90,000 - $220,000 |
| Garage conversion | $30,000 - $80,000 |
In Delray Beach, the three things that push prices upward are shallow-water-table foundation work, historic-district review timelines, and full code-compliance retrofits that get triggered when an older home’s permit opens. That’s why the written flat price includes the scope and the warranty in the same document, and why a signed change order is the only way a number moves.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Delray Beach
We work across Delray Beach with crews dispatched from the South Florida metro, which keeps response times measured in days, not weeks, for the neighborhoods below.
- Lake Ida and the surrounding CBS ranch tract
- Osceola Park
- Swinton Avenue historic corridor
- The barrier island east of the Intracoastal
- Atlantic Avenue mixed-use corridor
Service Area - Cities Near Delray Beach
For homeowners just outside the Delray Beach city limits, we serve Boynton Beach, FL to the north, Boca Raton, FL to the south, Lake Worth, FL further up the coast, and Pompano Beach, FL down in Broward. Same written price, same documented record.
Serving Delray Beach, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Delray Beach area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Construction in Delray Beach
Crews are dispatched from the South Florida metro, so most Delray Beach projects can be scheduled within one to three weeks of the signed contract. The schedule is tied to permit approval, and that timeline is stated in writing.
Yes. If your property is a contributing structure in a designated historic district, we prepare the application, attend the review if required, and build the 4-6 week board timeline into the written schedule before work starts.
The written price is fixed for the written scope. If an unexpected condition appears, we document it, write a change order with the new number, and no work proceeds until you sign it. That’s the entire Haven Standard.
Need a written price for a kitchen, bath, roof, window, addition, or ADU project in Delray Beach? Call (470) 298-9650 to schedule your free estimate.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local construction pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Delray Beach Customers Say
"Good communication throughout. Weekly written update meant I never had to chase them."
- Nadine G."Driveway replaced properly with a base that will actually last. They explained why the cheaper quote was cheaper."
- Reggie O."Solid work, decent crew, and the site was left tidy every evening."
- Pearl A.