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How Much Does Cabinet Removal Cost? [2025 Data]
Normal Range: $350 - $800
Cabinet removal costs around $500 depending on the amount of cabinetry you plan to remove.
How we get this data
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Cost Insights
Cabinet removal costs an average of $500, with a small kitchen costing around $180 to $400 and a large kitchen costing $600 to $1,000.
Paying a contractor to remove cabinets will cost around $50 to $100 per hour.
Professional junk removal costs between $60 and $600, depending on how much debris must be taken away.
Cabinet removal costs $500 on average, but pricing depends on the size of the kitchen, labor costs, and tipping. Since the cost to remove cabinets is $350 and $800 per linear foot, you can expect to pay $180 to $400 for a small kitchen and $600 to $1,000 for a large kitchen. Let’s review how to budget for the cost of hiring a cabinet contractor to remove cabinetry.
Cabinet Removal Cost Breakdown
Your cabinet removal cost will depend on the size of your kitchen and labor costs. Here is a breakdown of what makes up your budget.
Size
The typical cabinet removal cost is between $15 to $20 per linear foot. Most contractors will charge based on the length of the cabinetry. Below are the average costs for these standard cabinetry lengths.
| Kitchen Size in Square Feet | Cabinet Size in Linear Feet | Average Cabinet Removal Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 70–100 | 12–20 | $180–$400 |
| 100–200 | 20–30 | $400–$600 |
| 200–400 | 30–50 | $600–$1,000 |
Labor
A local cabinet contractor or general contractor can remove your existing kitchen cabinets safely and efficiently. Many will charge by the linear foot, but some charge around $50 to $100 per hour. You may also need to budget for a local electrician or a local plumber to help disconnect utilities:
Hourly rate plumbers charge: $45–$200 per hour
Cost to hire an electrician: $50–$200 per hour
Tipping
If you’re wondering whether tipping your remodeling contractor is necessary, know that it isn’t—contractors will charge the customer their expected pay, and employees are typically paid a fair hourly rate. However, if you feel they went above and beyond, a tip between 10 and 20 percent of the project cost is generally a good amount to stick to. Alternatively, you can offer a meal or refreshments as a gesture of appreciation.
Cost of Common Cabinet Removal Add-Ons
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Here are a few projects you may want to consider while you plan your cabinet removal project:
Cost to install kitchen cabinets: $2,000–$10,600
Countertop costs: $1,900–$4,400
Tile flooring cost: $800–$3,000
New appliances cost: $350–$8,000
Cost to demo a kitchen: $300–$3,000
Why You Should Hire a Cabinetry Pro
There are many reasons to leave this job to a pro. For one, you risk damaging nearby counters, floors, and appliances, and repairs could cost more than what you’d save by DIYing.
Plus, cabinets are heavy and often located near plumbing and electrical work, making it a risk to try removing them yourself. You’ll need to recruit a friend to help, and still you could risk shock, piercing the plumbing and causing a leak, or dropping the cabinetry and injuring yourself. Instead, let a cabinet contractor near you safely and efficiently handle removal.
Here’s why it’s ideal to hire a cabinetry pro
There are several safety, financial, and time benefits to hiring a pro:
Cabinets are heavy, but pros can safely take down cabinets with minimal risk of injury or damage to nearby counters and floors.
Reputable cabinet contractors are licensed and insured, offering peace of mind in case of an accident.
Pros can inspect for and safely remove any cabinets with lead, asbestos, or mold.
DIY cabinet removal or installation could void material warranties.
If you want to reuse or sell the cabinets after removal, it’s best to let a pro remove them to minimize the risk of damaging the cabinets.
Pros will carefully remove old cabinets to minimize drywall damage and to avoid striking any plumbing or wiring in or behind cabinets.
Cabinet contractors can remove cabinets faster than if you DIY.
Cabinetry pros can even haul away the old materials for you.
If you want to DIY cabinet removal
The fastest, safest route for cabinet removal is to hire a pro. However, you can assist with this project by:
Removing doors, drawers, shelves, and hardware from the cabinets.
Clearing the area in and around the cabinets, including removing appliances and dishes from counters.
Renting a dumpster and cleaning up the construction debris yourself.
List used cabinetry in good condition for sale, or donate materials in good condition.
Tips to Reduce Costs While Removing Cabinets
Keep these tips in mind to help you save on costs for your cabinet removal project:
Obtain quotes from at least three different contractors to find the best deal.
If you have the necessary skills and tools, consider removing the cabinets yourself.
Consider selling your old kitchen cabinets if they’re still in good condition after removal.
If planning a more extensive renovation, consider handling your cabinet removal with other projects to save on your overall cost.
Next Steps: Finalize Your Project With a Pro
Measure the size of the cabinets so that pros can give you the most accurate quotes for the job.
Make a plan for what to do with the cabinets after removal, especially if you plan to reuse, sell, or donate the cabinets.
Discuss costs for cleanup and junk removal, and compare whether to let the pros handle these tasks or rent a dumpster and DIY.
Clear all cabinets of food, dishware, and other objects.
Have an electrician and plumber come to mark and potentially relocate utilities before construction begins.
How Angi Gets Its Cost Data
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