Custom mid-market kitchens for Historic District, Valley View, Mercer & Brookhaven homes — starter upgrades to full custom

Quick Answer: A kitchen remodel in Farmers Branch, TX costs $28,000 to $95,000+ in 2026. Upgraded semi-custom kitchens with quartz countertops and pro-series appliances start at $28,000–$48,000. Full custom kitchens with solid wood cabinetry, natural stone, and Wolf or Thermador appliances run $50,000–$75,000. Upper-mid custom kitchens with luxury finishes and structural changes reach $78,000–$95,000+. UHS Remodeling: licensed, insured, Plano-based with full DFW coverage, 4.9-star rated, 500+ verified reviews, 3-year written warranty. Free consultation: (469) 850-7087.

Farmers Branch kitchen remodeling serves one of DFW’s most practical homeowner markets. The city covers about 12.5 square miles of inner-ring Dallas suburb, with homes built primarily between 1960 and 1995, footprints between 1,400 and 3,200 square feet, and home values ranging from $300,000 to $650,000. Most Farmers Branch homeowners are young families upgrading a starter home, move-up buyers who bought a 1980s brick ranch for the schools and proximity to Dallas, or long-time residents finally updating the kitchen that has served four decades of meals. Every one of those scenarios benefits from the same approach: a solid custom kitchen that delivers real quality without overspending on Park Cities specs that do not make sense for the house.
At UHS Remodeling, we specialize in Farmers Branch kitchen renovations that deliver real upper-mid quality — solid wood cabinetry, quartz or quartzite countertops, professional-grade appliances, and thoughtful layout changes — at pricing that makes sense for the Farmers Branch market. Every UHS kitchen project is delivered with transparent line-item pricing before we start, one dedicated W-2 crew from demo through punch-list, daily photo updates, and a written 3-year workmanship warranty. Our Plano headquarters gives us full DFW coverage across Farmers Branch, Carrollton, Addison, Dallas, and Plano — one contractor, one project manager, one crew for your entire project.
Every Farmers Branch kitchen project is different, but our work generally falls into three scope tiers. Here is how to think about budget and what each tier delivers.
This tier serves Farmers Branch homeowners who want a meaningful upgrade without a full gut or structural work. Scope: semi-custom shaker or flat-panel cabinetry (Decora, Merillat Masterpiece, or KraftMaid), Level 2 or Level 3 quartz countertops (Silestone, Caesarstone, or MSI), full tile backsplash, new sink and faucet, pro-series appliance package (KitchenAid, Bosch 300/500 series, GE Cafe, or Samsung Chef Collection), updated lighting plan with recessed cans and pendants, new porcelain tile or LVP flooring, paint, and targeted plumbing and electrical upgrades. Layout stays the same but we often open the peninsula or replace a small island. Timeline: 5–7 weeks.

The core of Farmers Branch kitchen remodeling. Scope: fully custom inset or shaker cabinetry with soft-close hardware, full-slab quartz or Level 3/4 engineered stone countertops, custom tile backsplash (marble mosaic or handmade ceramic), Wolf 36″ or Thermador gas range, counter-depth or panel-ready refrigerator, Bosch 800 series or KitchenAid dishwasher, built-in microwave drawer, island with seating for 4–6 and pendant lighting, new engineered hardwood or large-format porcelain flooring, updated plumbing and electrical, and full paint and trim package. Layout changes typically include removing the wall between the kitchen and the family or dining room — the single highest-impact change on most Farmers Branch homes. Timeline: 7–10 weeks.
The most ambitious Farmers Branch kitchen projects combine a full custom kitchen with structural modifications. Scope includes everything in Tier 2 plus: wall removal with licensed structural engineering and steel beam installation, expansion of the kitchen footprint into an adjacent dining or living room, vaulted or coffered ceilings, walk-in pantry with custom cabinetry, butler’s pantry or beverage station, upgraded appliance package (Wolf 48″ range or integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator), custom range hood, and extensive trim and millwork. We coordinate with a licensed Texas structural engineer and handle the full City of Farmers Branch permitting process. Timeline: 10–14 weeks.
Where does the budget actually go? Here is how the total breaks down across the three Farmers Branch kitchen tiers.
| Component | % of Total | Upgraded ($38K) | Custom ($62K) | Upper-Mid ($87K) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabinetry | 28–35% | $12,000 | $20,000 | $28,000 |
| Countertops | 10–14% | $4,500 | $7,500 | $10,500 |
| Appliances | 14–20% | $6,500 | $11,000 | $15,500 |
| Labor (install) | 18–24% | $8,500 | $14,000 | $20,000 |
| Flooring | 5–8% | $2,500 | $4,500 | $6,500 |
| Plumbing & Electrical | 8–11% | $3,500 | $5,000 | $6,500 |
| Permits & Design | 3–5% | $500 | $0 | $0 |


Different parts of Farmers Branch call for different approaches. Here is how we tailor kitchen projects to the most common Farmers Branch home types.
The Farmers Branch Historic District and Mercer area contain some of the oldest homes in the city — 1960s and 1970s ranches with smaller footprints (1,400–2,200 sq ft), closed floor plans, and original oak or pine cabinetry. These kitchens benefit most from Tier 1 and Tier 2 projects: replacing cabinetry, opening the wall between the kitchen and family room, and adding a modern island deliver dramatic transformation without requiring structural work beyond one wall removal.
Valley View and Brookhaven contain newer Farmers Branch homes (1980s and 1990s, 2,200–3,200 sq ft) with larger footprints and already more open floor plans. These homes support Tier 2 and Tier 3 projects: the original builder-grade cabinetry and Level 1 granite are replaced wholesale, a new larger island goes in, and pro-grade appliances upgrade the overall feel. Some Valley View projects include expanding the kitchen into an adjacent formal dining room.
The core along Belt Line Road contains a mix of 1960s–1990s ranch and two-story homes of varying sizes. Kitchen projects here are often part of broader remodels and typically fall in Tier 1 and early Tier 2 scopes. The focus is on modernizing the feel of the main living area as efficiently as possible within a reasonable budget.
Farmers Branch has newer infill builds and townhomes (2000–present) that typically need an upgrade rather than a full remodel. Scope focuses on replacing builder-grade quartz, upgrading appliances, adding custom backsplashes, and swapping lighting and fixtures for designer pieces. Tier 1 scope covers most of these projects.
Farmers Branch homeowners are moving past the all-white kitchen era. The most requested 2026 design in our Farmers Branch projects is a two-tone palette — white or soft gray perimeter cabinets paired with a contrasting island in warm walnut, navy blue, sage green, or charcoal. The island becomes the focal point of the kitchen.
Waterfall island edges (where the countertop extends vertically down the sides of the island) are the single most requested design upgrade in 2026 Farmers Branch kitchens. Quartz waterfall islands in marble-look patterns deliver a modern luxury look at reasonable cost.
Granite has fallen out of favor in Farmers Branch kitchens. Premium engineered quartz in marble-look patterns (Silestone Eternal Calacatta Gold, Caesarstone Calacatta Nuvo, MSI Calacatta Classique) is now the default for 85% of our Farmers Branch kitchen projects. Natural quartzite is the upgrade choice for Tier 2 and Tier 3.
The single highest-impact change we make on Farmers Branch kitchens is removing the wall between the kitchen and family room. 1970s and 1980s Farmers Branch homes were designed with compartmentalized floor plans that no longer match how families live. Removing this wall (engineered with an LVL or steel beam) transforms the feel of the main level.



“We had UHS remodel our Valley View kitchen in a 1988 home. Full gut — new shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, pro-grade appliances, and we removed the wall to the family room. The waterfall island with French doors out to the backyard was the showstopper. Seven-week project, on the fixed-price contract within 2%, and we have gotten compliments from every single visitor since.”
— Verified Google review, UHS Remodeling
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