Mason Homes is a licensed kitchen remodeling contractor serving Brandon, FL — including Bloomingdale, FishHawk Ranch, Valrico, and Riverglen. We specialize in the open-concept conversions and mid-range kitchen renovations that define the Brandon market, where 1990s floor plans and builder-grade finishes are the most common starting points.
Kitchen remodels in Brandon cost between $25,000 and $95,000 depending on scope. The most popular project — removing the wall between the kitchen and family room and installing new cabinets, countertops, and flooring — typically runs $35,000-$65,000 (per Estimate Florida Consulting, TomCo, 2026).
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Removing the wall between the kitchen and family room is the single most requested kitchen renovation in Brandon. In 1990s Bloomingdale and Valrico homes, the kitchen was designed as a separate room — closed off from the family room by a full or partial wall, often with a small pass-through window. That layout no longer works for how families use their homes.
Open-concept conversion adds $8,000-$25,000 to a kitchen remodel depending on whether the wall is load-bearing and the beam span required (per Estimate Florida Consulting). Detailed open concept guide →
| Scope | Cost Range | What's Included | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh | $10,000 - $25,000 | Cabinet refacing, new countertops, hardware, backsplash, paint | 1-3 weeks |
| Mid-range | $25,000 - $60,000 | New cabinets, countertops, flooring, appliances, lighting, backsplash | 4-8 weeks |
| Mid-range + open concept | $35,000 - $75,000 | All mid-range items plus wall removal, structural beam, ceiling and floor repair | 6-10 weeks |
| High-end | $60,000 - $95,000 | Custom cabinetry, premium countertops, high-end appliances, layout changes, full electrical upgrade | 8-10 weeks |
Cost data per Estimate Florida Consulting, NovaCoreBuilders, and TomCo (2026). Labor rates: $44-$60/hour for skilled trades in the Tampa Bay market.
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Bloomingdale homes (1980s-1990s) have the most outdated kitchens in Brandon — original oak or laminate cabinets, Formica countertops, linoleum or dated tile flooring, and fluorescent box lighting. The kitchen footprint is typically 100-150 square feet with a closed-off layout. Most Bloomingdale kitchen remodels include open-concept wall removal, new shaker-style cabinets, quartz countertops, LVP flooring, and recessed lighting.
Electrical panels in 1980s Bloomingdale homes may need upgrading from 100-amp to 200-amp service ($1,500-$3,000) to support modern appliance loads — especially if you are adding a double wall oven, induction cooktop, or high-draw range. Plumbing is generally CPVC or copper and does not require full replacement.
FishHawk kitchens (2000s-2010s) are structurally fine but visually dated with builder-grade materials. The layout is usually already open or semi-open to the living area, so wall removal is less common. Renovations focus on material upgrades: replacing laminate countertops with quartz ($50/sq ft installed per AGS Stone), swapping stock cabinets for semi-custom or custom, upgrading to stainless appliances, and replacing builder-grade flooring with LVP or tile.
FishHawk renovation costs run 15-25% less than Bloomingdale for comparable finish quality because the infrastructure is modern and layouts require less structural work. FishHawk HOA requires architectural review for any exterior-visible changes.
Valrico's housing mix includes older ranch homes (1970s-1980s) and newer subdivisions (2000s). Older Valrico homes may need the same plumbing and electrical updates as Bloomingdale. Newer Valrico homes align with the FishHawk builder-grade upgrade profile.
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How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Brandon, FL? A cosmetic refresh costs $10,000-$25,000. A mid-range renovation with new cabinets, countertops, and appliances runs $25,000-$60,000. Adding an open-concept wall removal brings the total to $35,000-$75,000. High-end Brandon kitchen remodels reach $60,000-$95,000 (per Estimate Florida Consulting, NovaCoreBuilders).
How much does it cost to remove the kitchen wall in a Brandon home? Open-concept wall removal adds $8,000-$25,000 to a kitchen remodel depending on whether the wall is load-bearing. A structural engineer's report costs $300-$800. The Hillsborough County building permit costs $200-$800. Non-load-bearing wall removal is on the lower end; load-bearing removal with a steel beam is on the higher end.
Do FishHawk Ranch homes need open-concept conversions? Most FishHawk homes (2000s-2010s) were built with open or semi-open floor plans, so wall removal is less common. FishHawk kitchen remodels focus on replacing builder-grade materials — laminate countertops, stock cabinets, and basic flooring — with quartz, semi-custom cabinets, and LVP. These renovations cost 15-25% less than older Bloomingdale homes.
How long does a kitchen remodel take in Brandon? A cosmetic refresh takes 1-3 weeks. A mid-range renovation takes 4-8 weeks. A mid-range renovation with wall removal takes 6-10 weeks. Add 10-15 business days for Hillsborough County permit approval and 4-6 weeks for custom cabinet lead time.
Where do I get a building permit for a kitchen remodel in Brandon? Brandon is unincorporated Hillsborough County. Permits are issued by Hillsborough County Building Services (hcfl.gov/businesses/permits-and-records). Plumbing, electrical, structural, and HVAC changes all require permits. Cost: $200-$800. We pull and manage all permits for you.
Call (813) 999-5910 or request a free kitchen remodel estimate. We schedule an on-site visit at your Brandon home to assess your layout, determine if the wall is load-bearing, and provide a detailed written quote.
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