What to look for
- Experience with the option you chose
- Liability insurance
- Samples of doors and finishes you can see in person
- A warranty on cabinets and installation
- Photos of past kitchens
Questions to ask before you hire
- What's the lead time for these cabinets?
- Is hardware, crown molding and filler included?
- Is removing the old cabinets included?
- Are the boxes solid wood or plywood, or particleboard?
- Who installs, and is there a warranty on install?
Getting and comparing quotes
Give each company the same layout and door style. Compare box material and hardware, since cheaper quotes often use lower-grade boxes or leave hardware out.
Red flags
- Won't name the materials used for the boxes
- No samples to see in person
- Vague lead times
- Large deposit with no written scope