Kitchen Renovations · Markham
Kitchen Renovations in Markham
From heritage homes in Unionville to newer family homes in Cornell and Berczy, we design, permit and build kitchens across Markham. One family-owned team, based next door in Richmond Hill, handles every step.
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Your Markham kitchen team
One Accountable Team for Your Markham Kitchen
Markham homeowners tell us what they want most: quality work, clear communication and a crew that respects their home and their neighbours. Your dedicated project manager coordinates the design, the City of Markham permits and every trade, with regular updates as we go.
- One dedicated project manager — your single point of contact from design to the final walkthrough
- A clear quote — before any work starts, with no surprise costs
- Permits handled — building permits with the City of Markham, plus heritage permits when the outside of your home changes
- Licensed trades — plumbing, gas and electrical done to code
- Written warranty — every kitchen is backed by our 2-year workmanship warranty
What clients say
"Thanks to J Group's exceptional work, the renovations on my house in Thornhill exceeded my expectations… I wholeheartedly recommend J Group Renovations to anyone looking for a contractor who will go above and beyond."Danial Z.Thornhill · Home renovation
Local know-how
Kitchens in Markham Homes
Markham blends historic villages with some of the GTA’s newest planned communities. Kitchen projects look different in each.
Newer communities
In Cornell, Berczy, Wismer, Cathedraltown and Angus Glen, builder-grade kitchens from the late ’90s on are ready for an upgrade: taller cabinets, a bigger island, quartz counters, better lighting and a proper pantry.
1960s–’80s split-levels & two-storeys
In parts of Unionville, Milliken and Markham’s side of Thornhill, kitchens are often closed off. Opening them to the dining or family room usually needs an engineered beam and a building permit.
Heritage homes
Main Street Unionville and Markham Village have homes from the 1800s and early 1900s. Interior kitchen work is usually unaffected by heritage rules, but older homes can hide outdated wiring and plumbing, which we plan for up front.
Condos & townhomes
Condo kitchens in Downtown Markham and along Highway 7 need management approval, elevator bookings and set work hours. Townhome renovations often need condo-corporation sign-off too. We handle the paperwork.
Our work
Kitchens We’ve Built
Real kitchens by our team across the GTA. Each caption shows where the project is.
Opening up a closed kitchen (Etobicoke)
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Permits & City rules
Markham Kitchen Rules We Handle
- Building permits — needed to remove or alter a load-bearing wall, move or add plumbing, or change a gas line. A same-layout cabinet and counter update usually doesn’t need one. We prepare the drawings and book every inspection.
- Electrical — new circuits, pot lights and panel upgrades are done by licensed electricians and inspected by Ontario’s Electrical Safety Authority (ESA).
- Gas — moving a range or running a new gas line is done by a TSSA-licensed gas technician.
- Construction hours — Markham’s noise by-law stops construction noise at 7 p.m. on weekdays and limits Saturdays to 9 a.m.–5 p.m. It isn’t allowed on Sundays or statutory holidays.
- Heritage districts — in Unionville, Markham Village and Thornhill, new windows, patio doors or a kitchen bump-out need a heritage permit. Interior-only work usually doesn’t.
Transparent pricing
What a Kitchen Renovation Costs in Markham
From $26K
Full-service kitchen renovations start here, before HST, with appliances extra. Most mid-size kitchens in Markham land between $41K and $91K, depending on size, layout changes and finishes. Large kitchens start around $56K.
How it works
How Your Kitchen Project Works
Call & consultation
A quick call at no cost, then a $199 in-home visit, credited in full toward your project. We measure, listen and give you a measured floor plan report.
Design & quote
Layout options, cabinetry and finish selections, then a clear quote before any work starts.
Permits
If walls, plumbing or gas change, we apply to the City of Markham and book the inspections.
Build
Typically 4 to 8 weeks from demolition to final install. Cabinets are ordered early so the build isn’t waiting on them.
Walkthrough & warranty
We don’t call it done until you do, backed by our written 2-year workmanship warranty.
Questions
Markham Kitchen Renovation FAQ
How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Markham?
Full-service kitchens start from about $26,000 before HST, with appliances extra. Most mid-size kitchens land between $41,000 and $91,000, depending on size, layout changes and finishes. You get a clear quote after your consultation. Try our cost estimator →
How long does a kitchen renovation take?
Most kitchens take 4 to 8 weeks from demolition to final install. Custom cabinetry usually takes about 6 weeks to build, so we order it as soon as the design is final.
Do I need a permit to remove a kitchen wall in Markham?
If the wall is load-bearing, yes. Removing it needs an engineered beam and a building permit from the City of Markham. We check whether the wall is structural at the consultation, then handle the drawings and the permit.
My home is in a Markham heritage district. Can I renovate the kitchen?
Yes. Interior kitchen work usually isn’t covered by heritage rules. If the project changes the outside of the home, such as a new window or patio door, a heritage permit is needed, and we handle it.
Can you renovate a townhouse kitchen?
Yes. Many Markham townhomes are part of a condominium corporation, so we get the corporation’s sign-off and follow its rules for work hours and access.
Are appliances included in the price?
No. Appliances are extra, because choices vary so much. We can reuse appliances you already own, or help you plan sizes and ventilation for new ones.
What does the $199 consultation include?
An in-home visit, an honest talk about budget and design, and a measured floor plan report of your kitchen. The $199 is credited in full toward your project.
Request Your Markham Kitchen Consultation
Tell us about your kitchen. We’ll call you within one business day to talk it through, at no cost and with no obligation.
Renovating a bathroom too? See bathroom renovations in Markham, our Markham renovation services, or all of our kitchen services.