If you’re a Davis homeowner looking for the right team to remodel your kitchen, Capital Construction is a family-owned, fully licensed general contractor serving Davis from our Sacramento showroom and countertop fabrication shop, a straightforward trip west on I-80. We handle kitchen remodels with our own in-house team, not third-party subcontractors, so one group of professionals is accountable from the first conversation to the final walkthrough. A well-planned kitchen remodel improves both your home’s value and the way your family lives in it every day.
When you hire a licensed contractor, your renovation stays compliant with California building codes and Davis safety requirements. We build around your vision, we lead with clear communication, and we start with a free, no-obligation estimate. Learn more about our kitchen remodeling services or call to talk through your ideas.
Our Kitchen Remodels in Davis
We deliver the full scope of a kitchen remodel in-house: design, custom cabinetry, countertops, flooring, tile, painting, electrical and ventilation. Because we don’t outsource your project to third parties, the people selecting materials with you are the same guys installing them. The kitchen is the heart of your home, and we treat it like the favorite room it deserves to be.
Custom Cabinets & Cabinetry
Custom and semi-custom cabinetry is the backbone of effective kitchen remodels, and it’s where we design around your real home. Many Davis kitchens are compact, and older homes near downtown carry irregular walls that a template cabinet run will never match. We build custom cabinets that work, including storage for bikes and outdoor-living gear that Davis households tend to accumulate. Cabinetry often accounts for 30% to 40% of a kitchen renovation budget, so getting the details right matters for both style and functionality.
Countertops Fabricated in Our Own Shop
We fabricate custom countertops in our own Sacramento shop, which means tighter quality control over the finished surface in your Davis kitchen. Granite and quartz remain the most popular choices, while engineered surfaces mimic natural stone and add durability. Soapstone, marble and warm butcher block are viable options too. You see and touch the slabs in our showroom before anything is cut.
Flooring, Tile & Backsplash
Durable flooring like vinyl or tile holds up in high-traffic kitchens, which matters across Davis housing stock from 1950s ranches to 1990s planned-neighborhood homes. Backsplash tile is where personality comes in, and fresh painting ties the whole space together. We help you pair a floor that lasts with a backsplash that makes the room match your lifestyle.
Kitchen Design, Lighting, Electrical & Ventilation
Thoughtful kitchen design, layout, lighting, electrical and venting upgrades bring your kitchen up to current standards. California’s energy code requires high-efficacy lighting and appliances, and proper mechanical ventilation is required for safety and efficiency. Older Davis kitchens often reveal outdated wiring or plumbing once cabinets come out, and we address those updates as part of a compliant remodel. The same attention carries into any adjoining bathrooms you fold into the project, and we can extend that craftsmanship to outdoor decks when a renovation spills past the walls.
Why Davis Homeowners Choose Capital Construction
Davis homeowners choose us because we’re family-owned, we keep the work in-house, and we put the scope and costs in front of you before demolition begins. That upfront transparency answers the fear most people carry into a renovation: budget creep, a contractor who vanishes, or a finished kitchen that doesn’t match what they pictured. It should never feel stressful to know where your money is going.
Material selections drive much of a kitchen remodel’s cost, and costs vary widely by scope, so we don’t hand you a template price. We give you a detailed estimate that covers materials and labor built on your actual choices. You make those choices by hand in our showroom, where you can compare custom cabinets, countertops, flooring and tile in person. Quality craftsmanship is the baseline of every job, not an add-on, and clear communication keeps your project on track. We specialize in residential remodeling, and that focus is where our expertise shows.
We’re honest about where we are. Our office, showroom and fabrication shop are in Sacramento, and Davis is one of our official service-area cities, reached in a short drive on I-80. Capital Construction holds CA Contractor License #793440, reports 20+ years of experience, and has served 700+ happy customers by its own count. Have a question about your remodel? Reach out and we’ll walk you through it.
How Your Davis Kitchen Remodel Works
Our process is simple and transparent, moving from first call to final walkthrough in a clear sequence so you always know what’s next. A consultation up front clarifies scope and timeline, and a detailed estimate spells out every component of the project, so you know what to expect at each step.
- Design & selections. We define your kitchen design and you choose materials in the showroom during the planning stages, so the plan is locked before anything is torn out.
- Permit review. We prepare the documentation the City of Davis needs and account for its review window in your schedule.
- Material procurement. We order custom cabinets, countertops and finishes, factoring in lead times that shape the real timeline.
- Construction. Our in-house team builds the kitchen, with inspections at hold points along the way so you can see steady progress.
A comprehensive kitchen remodel often spans three to six months end to end, with the on-site build taking several weeks. We recommend setting aside a contingency of 10% to 20% for anything hidden inside older walls, and we explain any change in scope before the work happens. Ready to map out your project? Request a free, no-obligation estimate.
Remodeling Kitchens Across Davis: Neighborhoods, Codes & Climate
Davis Neighborhoods & Housing Stock We Serve
We serve all six Davis subareas: West Davis, North Davis, Central Davis, Downtown Davis, East Davis and South Davis. Old North Davis began as the Bowers Addition in 1913 and extends the original city grid, while Old East Davis mixes cottages, bungalows, farmhouses, Victorian-period homes and small ranch houses. Each era calls for a different design approach that honors its aesthetics. In West Davis, Stonegate was planned in 1968 around Stonegate Lake, and Village Homes, built through the 1970s and 1980s around resource conservation and shared open space, rewards custom kitchen designs that respect its passive-solar orientation and connection to outdoor living. In East Davis, Mace Ranch dates to the mid-1990s around Mace Ranch Park, and Wildhorse followed in the late 1990s around the Wildhorse Golf Course. South Davis sits across I-80, linked through the Richards Boulevard underpass. A typical Davis parcel runs about 5,000 to 6,000 square feet, and roughly 80% of city parcels fall under 10,000 square feet, so smart storage and well-planned space count.
Davis Permits & Local Code We Know
Residential kitchen-remodel permits in Davis are processed by the City of Davis Community Development & Sustainability Department, Building Division at 23 Russell Boulevard, Suite 2. Submittals require an application, a C&D diversion plan, a Green Checklist, scope, existing and proposed plans, cabinet and counter layout, electrical information and appliance fuel types. When cabinets are removed, replaced or reconfigured, or drywall is replaced, the Davis kitchen handout requires specified electrical and safety upgrades. One Davis-specific detail many miss: the city requires a 120-volt receptacle under the sink farthest from the water heater to support future hot-water recirculation. Fuel-burning cooktops and ranges must have a listed hood exhausting through smooth metal ductwork to the exterior. Before final inspection, permitted projects must divert 65% of non-land-clearing construction and demolition debris with documentation. A simple interior remodel that doesn’t add a unit, expand the exterior or convert a garage generally skips zoning-compliance review. Homes built before 1980 should be tested for lead-based paint and asbestos before any painting or demolition begins.
Davis Climate & Planning Your Build
Davis summers are hot and dry, which shapes how we plan a remodel. We contain dust while the house stays closed and air-conditioned, and we plan a temporary kitchen so you’re not stranded during a build. The city’s flat terrain, with elevations from about 25 feet in the east to 60 feet in the west, keeps site logistics simple. We acclimate custom cabinets and flooring indoors before install, and the rainy season from late fall through early spring means careful protection of delivered materials. Sustainable material choices sit well with Davis values. We run all of this from our Sacramento showroom, reaching Davis directly via I-80.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the City of Davis take to approve a kitchen remodel permit?
Typical building-permit processing takes 20 to 35 business days from submittal, roughly two to five weeks. That review window is separate from total project time, which also includes kitchen design, selections, material lead times and construction.
Do I need a permit if I keep the same kitchen layout?
Often finish-only work doesn’t trigger zoning review, but electrical, plumbing, cabinet or drywall changes can require a permit and code upgrades. When cabinets are removed, replaced or reconfigured, or drywall is replaced, Davis requires specified electrical and safety work. We help you plan the scope so there are no surprises, and we consult you before anything shifts.
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Davis?
Cost varies widely by scope and materials, so we provide a detailed, no-obligation estimate instead of a template price. Layout changes add to the total, and we advise a 10% to 20% contingency. A minor kitchen remodel averages around 87% ROI and extensive ones around 80%, so the money tends to protect your investment.
Who will actually be working in my home when I hire you?
Our in-house team will be working in your home, because we don’t outsource your project to third parties. You get one dedicated point of contact and direct accountability from start to finish, and that gives most homeowners a real sense of relief.
Can I see custom cabinets, countertops and tile before I sign?
Yes, you can visit our Sacramento showroom to select custom cabinets, countertops, flooring and tile by hand before anything is ordered. You can also review our custom countertop fabrication, and a consultation clarifies scope, details and expectations before you commit. Seeing your choices turn into reality is half the fun.
Do you serve my part of Davis?
Yes, we serve every Davis neighborhood from our Sacramento showroom via I-80, along with our surrounding service-area cities. Whether you’re in Old North, Central Davis, Village Homes, Mace Ranch, Wildhorse or South Davis, we come to you.
Start Your Davis Kitchen Transformation
The best time to start is before you need the kitchen finished, because permit review plus material lead times mean early design protects your season. Lock your scope and selections now, and your build lands on the path you want it to. We take pride in turning your dreams for your favorite room into an amazing, lasting space. If you’ve been searching for a trusted kitchen remodel near me, we invite you to let us earn your confidence.
Request a FREE, No-Obligation Estimate with Capital Construction. Call us at (916) 277-8282 or email design@capitalconstruction.com, and we’ll take it from there. You’ll find our showroom and fabrication shop at 4815 Auburn Boulevard in Sacramento, a short drive from Davis on I-80. CA Contractor License #793440. Reach out through our contact page to begin.