Summit, NJ, Kitchen Remodeling & Renovation Services

For homeowners considering a kitchen renovation or remodel in Summit, NJ, we provide services ranging from thoughtful updates to complete transformations. From kitchen renovations that update cabinetry, countertops, flooring, lighting, storage, and finishes to full kitchen remodels that reimagine how the space is used through reconfiguration and more substantial changes, each project is shaped around the home and the homeowner’s priorities.

We’ve been remodeling New Jersey homes since 1987, bringing nearly four decades of residential construction experience to kitchen projects in Summit and throughout Union, Essex, and Morris counties. Our experience working with existing homes gives us an understanding of what can be discovered once renovation work begins, from aging electrical and plumbing to structural considerations that may not be visible at the start of a project.

Our work has also earned us recognition as a Remodeling Big50 remodeler and an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, reflecting the experience and reputation we bring to every kitchen we work on.

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Planning a Kitchen Remodel in Summit, NJ?

You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out

Some homeowners come to us with inspiration photos, a cabinet style they love, countertop samples, or a specific kitchen layout in mind. Others simply know what they want to change. Whether you are envisioning a larger kitchen island, custom cabinetry, better storage, new countertops and backsplash, or a more substantial reconfiguration, we can help bring those ideas together into a cohesive kitchen design that works for your Summit home. Our 3D renderings also allow you to visualize materials, finishes, and design decisions before construction begins.

Once the design is finalized, you will have a dedicated project manager who stays in communication throughout your kitchen remodel, so you are never left wondering what happens next, who will be at your home, or where the project stands. During construction, we take the same care with your home as we do with the finished work, including daily cleanup and the use of dust filtration systems to help contain construction dust.

That attention to the homeowner experience matters to us. Many homeowners have specifically mentioned in their five star reviews how our team treated their home and family like our own throughout the remodeling process. For us, a successful kitchen remodel is not only about the kitchen we leave behind, but how we treat you and your home while we are creating it.

Kitchen remodeling and renovation services for Summit, NJ homeowners

Kitchen Renovations

Update an aging kitchen without completely reimagining the space. Our Summit, NJ kitchen renovation services can include new cabinetry, countertops, backsplash, flooring, lighting, fixtures, and finishes that modernize the kitchen while working within its existing footprint. We help homeowners coordinate materials and design choices so each update feels intentional and cohesive.

Kitchen Remodels

Reimagine how your kitchen looks, feels, and functions with a full kitchen remodel in Summit, NJ.

We can reconfigure the existing space, relocate appliances and utilities, remove or modify walls, and redesign cabinetry, storage, and work areas to create a kitchen better suited to your home and lifestyle.

Kitchen Additions

When your existing footprint simply does not provide enough room, a kitchen addition can create the space your home is missing. We help Summit homeowners expand their kitchens to accommodate larger cooking areas, islands, dining space, additional storage, and other features that may not be possible within the existing structure.

Basement Kitchens

Add convenience and flexibility to a finished basement with a thoughtfully designed basement kitchen. We help Summit, NJ homeowners create secondary kitchens, kitchenettes, and entertaining spaces with cabinetry, countertops, sinks, appliances, and storage tailored to the space and intended use.

Historic Home Kitchen Remodels

A new kitchen in a historic home should feel like it has always belonged there. We help Summit homeowners modernize older kitchens for the way families cook, gather, and live today while preserving the architectural character of the surrounding home. From cabinetry and millwork to materials and finishes, each detail is considered so the finished kitchen feels authentic to the home rather than added onto it.

Kitchen & Dining Room Remodels

Create a better connection between your kitchen and dining room through a coordinated remodel. We help Summit homeowners rethink adjoining spaces by modifying or removing walls, extending cabinetry, improving transitions, and creating more room for cooking, dining, and gathering while maintaining a cohesive design throughout.

What Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost in Summit, NJ?

The cost of a kitchen remodel in Summit depends on the size of the kitchen, the scope of work, material selections, and how much of the existing space is changing.

Updating cabinetry, countertops, flooring, lighting, and finishes is a very different investment from removing walls, relocating plumbing or electrical, ordering custom cabinetry, or making structural changes to the home. As a general rule of thumb, we recommend setting aside an additional 15% to 25% of your remodeling budget for unforeseen conditions. This is particularly important when remodeling older homes because some issues simply cannot be identified until demolition begins and walls, flooring, cabinetry, or other existing materials are removed. Aging electrical, plumbing, framing, water damage, or unexpected structural conditions can all affect the final scope of work. If you’re still in the planning stages of your kitchen remodel, our Complete Kitchen Remodeling Guide walks you through budgeting, design decisions, material selections, project timelines, and what to consider before construction begins.

For a more accurate kitchen remodeling or renovation estimate, we recommend scheduling a free, no obligation in home consultation. We will visit your Summit home, take measurements, discuss what you want to accomplish, evaluate the existing space, and point out conditions we can identify early that could potentially affect your budget.

Before construction begins, you will receive a detailed, line by line estimate outlining the anticipated work and costs associated with your project. Homeowners often appreciate this approach because there is a common concern in the remodeling industry that an attractive initial bid can quickly grow once construction gets underway. While no contractor can predict everything hidden behind a wall, we do everything within our control to identify potential costs upfront and provide a thorough estimate so you can make informed decisions before work begins.

Why Summit Homeowners Trust Us With Their Kitchen Remodels and Renovations

Choosing a kitchen remodeling contractor means choosing a team that will be working inside your home, making decisions that affect its structure and value, and managing an investment you expect to enjoy for years.

Since 1987, we have built our reputation by approaching that responsibility with the care it deserves. Whether you need an experienced kitchen remodeling contractor or renovation contractor in Summit, NJ, homeowners choose SEI Construction because of:

Nearly four decades of remodeling experience:

We have been renovating New Jersey homes since 1987, including older properties where experience can make a significant difference once construction begins.

Detailed estimates before work begins:

You receive a line by line estimate designed to give you a clearer understanding of your project and anticipated costs before construction starts.

A dedicated project manager:

You have a consistent point of contact who keeps you informed about scheduling, project progress, upcoming phases, and who will be working in your home.

Design support before construction:

From material selections and cabinetry to 3D renderings, we help turn your ideas into a cohesive kitchen design before the work begins.

Respect for your home during construction:

We use dust filtration systems and clean the work area at the end of each day to help minimize the disruption that comes with remodeling.

A reputation backed by homeowners and the industry:

Our work has earned SEI Construction an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and recognition as a Remodeling Big50 remodeler. Just as importantly, our five star reviews frequently speak to the care our team shows homeowners, their families, and their homes.

5-Star Kitchen Contractor in Summit, NJ

For us, earning your trust is just as important as earning your business. From your first consultation through the final walkthrough, our goal is to make the experience of remodeling your Summit kitchen as thoughtfully managed as the space we leave behind.

    
 
 
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   Peter Schroeck 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We couldn’t be happier with work that SEI did to transform our basement into a beautiful 2nd kitchen, laundry room, exercise room, living room with a bedroom. The entire crew brings their a game every day throughout the project. We are so grateful and look forward to using SEI on our next project.
  
 
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   sarah a 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently hired SEI Construction Inc. for a complete kitchen remodel, and they exceeded our expectations from start to finish. We were honestly pretty hesitant because this was our second time hiring a contractor after the first one abandoned the project midway through. After meeting with several kitchen remodeling companies, Mike and his team immediately gave us confidence that our home was finally in the right hands. They handled every part of the project, from the design phase through construction. The kitchen remodeling services we hired them for included designing and configuring custom cabinetry, helping us choose quartz countertops, lighting, flooring, backsplash, repainting the space and coordinating every trade. Everything stayed organized, communication was excellent, and we always knew what to expect. After our first experience, trusting another contractor wasn't easy, but SEI completely restored our confidence. They treated our home with respect, kept the work area organized, and cleaned the job site at the end of each day, which made living through the remodel much easier. They delivered a kitchen that's both beautiful and functional, and the quality of the craftsmanship exceeded our expectations! If you're looking for a kitchen remodeling contractor in Scotch Plains, NJ or the surrounding area, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend SEI Construction Inc. They did exactly what they promised, communicated every step of the way, and gave us the kitchen we had been hoping for all along.
  
 
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   Christine Claros 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently bought a home in Scotch Plains, NJ that needed a lot of updating, and hiring SEI Construction as our general contractor was the best decision we made. What I really loved about working with SEI was that they were able to handle both the design and construction side of the project. Instead of having to coordinate multiple companies, they worked with architects and designers to help us create the spaces we wanted that were not only beautiful and customized to our needs, but also safe, functional, and built to last. They renovated our kitchen, remodeled our primary bathroom, and finished our basement. The custom cabinetry they built for the kitchen is absolutely beautiful and completely transformed the space to something out of a magazine. Mike had great ideas throughout the project and helped us make decisions that improved both the look and functionality of our home. Another thing that stood out was how respectful they were of our home during construction. At the end of every day, they cleaned up the job site and kept everything organized. They also used equipment that continuously pulled dust and debris from the air during construction, which made a huge difference and helped keep the rest of the house much cleaner than we expected. Everyone was professional, easy to communicate with, and genuinely cared about the quality of their work. It gave us a lot of peace of mind knowing that Mike and his team were overseeing every detail of the project. If you're looking for a general contractor in Scotch Plains, NJ for a kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, basement finishing project, custom cabinetry, home remodeling, or a complete home renovation, I highly recommend SEI Construction. We couldn't be happier with the results and would gladly hire them again.
  
 
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   Amelia McTamaney 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. SEI has worked for us for many years and we totally rely on Mike's expertise and workmanship, as well as his creativity.  In our home he has remodeled our bathrooms and  full basement and extensive updates on our dining room, kitchen, both studies and family room. He has also done repairs to our roof and outside balconies and replaced sliding doors. There is very little of the house he has not improved. His thoughts on design are modern and sleek while keeping the history and period of our house design in mind. When it was important to get the work done quickly, such as a flood in the basement or a leak in our dining room, Mike and his crew were there immediately, and always stayed until the jobs were done, I totally trust MIKE and his crew, to the point that  they have total access to our home with security codes
  
 
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   Jackie Metzger 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was the third project and the most extensive project that we hired SEI for.  We felt very comfortable working with all his crew, they were easy to communicate with and always kept us up to date on the progress.  I especially like Mike's detailed estimates.  They are easy to read and you know exactly what he is going to do and when he needs payment for each step.  You can depend on Mike to check in on the progress at each stage and if you have any issues he addresses them immediately and to your satisfaction.  The quality of their work is terrific and the job is not complete until the last detail has been addressed and the final inspection is in your hands and everyone is happy with the result.
  
 
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   Noreen Croteau 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had SEI Construction do a lot of renovations on our home. Mike and his crew especially Izzy, worked as if it was their home. From the estimate and meeting with Mike to explain our vision, EVERYTHING was done as promised if not better then we expected! Plus they work clean!!! Experts in their craft!!  I cannot rave enough!
  
 
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   Jessica Friedman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I'm an interior designer in the area. I've used Mike and his team on countless projects over the past 10 years. We just completed another a few weeks ago. His team is always wonderful, trustworthy and meticulous. I throughly enjoy working with them and look forward to future projects. I can't believe I haven't written a review sooner!
  
 
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   Victor Cenci 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 2 years ago, SEI redid our outside deck, remodeled a downstairs bathroom and installed composite railing in the front of our house.  The team was professional, courteous and responsive, and the fit / finish was excellent.  Just this month, I called them back to replace a broken cap on the composite railing (winter weather casualty) and to screw down some deck boards that were in danger of coming up.  The team came back and did the work at no charge and found more missing / broken screws than I did.  Very pleased with their response and happy to recommend a local, quality contractor.
  
 
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   Aaron Baker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. SEI construction added a net-new master suite, remodeled 1 full bath, created a net-new full bath in the basement, and redid all HVAC duct work, roofing, and siding. Our contractor selection criteria was quality and project management. We needed good communication and a central point of contact for questions, and SEI checked those boxes at a very reasonable price. The owner Mike Rizzo was a great communicator and very relatable. He always made technical topics Easy to understand. He’s got young kids and was great to our kids. Always patient and accommodating. Our project lead was Tyler. He was friendly, funny, and an expert carpenter. There was quality and precision in everything he built. He was really nice to my 6 and 8 daughters every day and even got my youngest a birthday present. So thoughtful! He also let me bang a few nails so I felt part of the build process. I’m thrilled with the work they did.  Very content with the price we paid, and so grateful for their attention to every detail, which makes all the difference in the world. I would recommend SEI to anyone looking to remodel or add new space.